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self defense

Self-defense (self-defence primarily in British English) is a countermeasure that involves defending the health and well-being of oneself from harm. The use of the right of self-defense as a legal justification for the use of force in times of danger is available in many jurisdictions.

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  1. coltemp

    WTS/WTT WA  12ga Ammo, Self Defense and Trap

    OK I've had this stuff piled here and there for over a year now. Finally time to clean it out and pass it on to someone who can use it. Most of this was acquired as parts of larger trades in the past or an estate bulk sale. I've tried to set reasonable prices. Everything is OBO. So feel free to...
  2. Roymil

    Build Thread  Pistol Caliber Rifle

    I'm thinking about building or buying a pistol caliber AR pistol; possibly even a Sig MPX. Better do it before the politicians tell me I can't. I built my carbine length AR but have a feeling this is a whole different animal. I'm looking for opinions and reviews on lower brands, barrel lengths...
  3. RicInOR

    Women Self Defense Moves - via Marie Claire

    "Because I know the Internet will never lie to us."
  4. ATCclears

    Don’t buy expensive Defense Guns?

    Article: Sheriff's Tips: Don’t Buy Expensive Defense Guns?
  5. Mark W.

    Had not seen an update on Aubrey Bowlin I5 Self defense shooting

    I had not seen an update here on this incident so I went looking and found this: No charges filed in I-5 shooting death Looks as if the prosecutors could not prove other then self defense. SO no Charges for the Young woman. IMHO GOOD.
  6. M

    WTS WA  Over 1,400 Rounds of Various Quality .380 Ammo

    I purchased a Glock .380 last year and promptly purchased several boxes of different brands of ammunition to see what was most accurate. I shot a total of around 300 rounds through it over the course of a few months then went back to shooting my .45 and haven’t shot it since. The Glock 42 is a...
  7. BigStick

    Legal Self Defense with Illegal Gun?

    Hypothetically, let's say this new "assault weapon" ban passes in OR. If someone were to not register their concealed carry pistol that holds more than 10 rounds, and then used it in what would otherwise be considered legal self defense, does the legal status of the weapon have any impact on...
  8. ATCclears

    National  The Atlantic - What Critics Don't Understand About Gun Culture

    Why I Carry a Gun
  9. ATCclears

    The gated world of South Africa

  10. RicInOR

    Are you prepared to take a life in self defense - poll

    Poll: 8-in-10 gun owners 'ready to kill' if threatened The image seems off - kill by weapon = Alarm System ??? Anyways ...
  11. D

    WTS OR  .40 S&W Remanufactured and Self Defense Ammo

    closed. moving out of the pacific nw.
  12. ATCclears

    Surrounding protesters start smashing up your car. You fear for your life. What can you legally do?

    Surrounding protesters start smashing up your car. You fear for your life. What can you legally do? I don't know various State laws on this. Accurate commentary appreciated for the benefit of all. from the article: What does the law say? The quick answer is that a motor vehicle is pretty...
  13. Jason Brown

    Share your real life self defense encounters.

    No stories from a friend, (or friend of a friend) that have been embellished to heck and back. I wanna hear your personal accounts of any instance where you had to defend yourself or others and refused to be a victim. I will start: Back when I was about 18, a friend and I were walking late at...
  14. R

    Self Defense at a rally

    What kind of trouble would someone be in if you used a legally carried pistol to defend yourself at a rally against antifa beating on you? Would you be accused of being antagonistic by being there in the first place with a gun? What if you were wearing Trump gear? Would you be able to claim self...
  15. raindog

    Oregon  Shooting a Coyote in Self Defense in PDX City

    I live in NE Portland. Recently, a woman was walking her dog in a nearby park and encountered a coyote. She made it home, but then her dog because barking at the front window. She looked out and saw four coyotes circling in her front yard. I take my dog to a park (different one but near)...
  16. G

    Newbie

    I'm new to this forum. I am a disabled Vietnam veteran. After I left Vietnam, I swore that I would not own a firearm. But the times have changed. I am thinking of buying a firearm, but not sure which one. Probably only be used for self defense when the SHTF. Any suggestions for a hesitant...
  17. G

    Hello from Clackamas!

    Hi! My name is Grey. I'm a pretty new gun owner interested in hunting, personal and home defense as well as defending vulnerable communities. I am a 30 year old genderqueer individual. I bought my first gun right around election time because I didn't feel safe, and I didn't feel I could rely...
  18. Bajablast

    WTS/WTT OR  WA Too: Hornady 44 Magnum Self Defense Ammo

    I have 2 boxes of Hornady 44 Magnum self defense ammo available. Bo th boxes have 20 rounds. One box is LEVERevolution 225 gr FTX Flex Tip(red tip). $15 The other box is Hornady Custom 240 gr XTP $15 Trades: .22lr, 38 spcl. .380 acp, 45 acp, or .223/5.56 ammo I live in Hillsboro...
  19. MasterChief

    WTB OTHER  .300 BLK Ammo!

    Looking for all types of .300 Blackout ammo. Super, sub, light, heavy, fast, slow, etc.....Who has what?
  20. Hawaiian

    Oregon  Michael Strickland, guilty of 21 counts

    Welcome to Portland. Conservative Journalist Found Guilty After Whipping This Out In Public
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