Shotguns are the best choice for an "Only" Gun.

[Adam Helmer]

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Yes, firing any gun inside a house will deafen a person. We fired guns inside the "fun house" at the range under all light conditions and with, and without, ear protection. The flash is brighter to the target than the shooter. As for the noise, we worked out a last ditch scenario: Fire the pistol strong handed, place the weak hand over the weak side ear and roll the strong side ear down onto the top of your shoulder. With practice anyone can hit a man-sized target within any home and still preserve their hearing. Give it a try and work out the details.

Adam