It's a good close quarter firearm. Especially if you're using the right "shot" size. I'd go with at least "double-ought" or 00 shot size.

It's forgiving weapon, which means within 30 yards, you won't have to be right on the target. I've got rifles sighted beyond 100 yards, but if my family is involved... the last thing I want to do is find long range targets...especially having responsibilities to my family. My family will be priority... So I'll be hiding with an old 12 gauge double barrel with my wife and kids. At least it's very simple to operate and my wife can use and operate a double barrel without difficultly.