JimJinNJ

good question and I have/am considering it. That one is on my list (as well as the 410, 5.56). I wonder if the 12 g is unwieldy and too much kick for middle of the night/intruder/adrenaline type situation. I have much more experience with smaller long gun than with a 12 g. but thanks for the comment. always welcome. I was intrigued by this post: http://www.range365.com/410-as-home-defense-shotgun

info from Mossberg--they say a normal red sight can be added. they emailed me as follows: "Thank you for your email. The HS410 can be equipped with normal 410 red sight applications. Thank you. Joseph Onofrio Product Services Coordinator O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc. 203-230-5304 Office 203-230-5420 Fax"

i know from reading around the net this is a hot topic but.....how do you feel about .223 vs. 5.56 for home defense purposes? (I have some experience with M16, although not recent.)

thanks much to you for the info, Krkshrk and Jack. point well taken on over penetration. The config of my house, assuming a night entry situation, penetration is probably not an issue. I don't plan to sweep my own place, just make sure no one can make up the stairs.

Thanks very much, Krdshrk. to answer you question--I'm looking to buy my first weapon since I was 12. I want it mainly for home defense. I'm doing homework and casting about. the 410 just looks like an interesting compromise for my situation. Still considering .223 rifles as well. So, without having fired a shotgun in many years and never a 410, it seems like the site might add something, esp in a high stakes situation. But any advice and coaching is readily accepted. ty agian

I'm considering this rifle mainly as home defense. Does anyone know if it can be outfitted with a red dot site? Thanks.