Basic knowledge of London and the UK? Doh. Even if one of the rioters had a gun, it would almost certainly be some shitty handgun and he'd have little or no training in how to use it. You really think someone with a handgun is going to take on a guy with a rifle or shotgun and body armour, just to burn a house or car?
yadda yadda. Show me some cases of UK rioters toting long guns and shooting people with rifle rounds.
I'm going to a gun show next weekend, and I will likely come home a couple pistols. A revolver for my wife and a 1911 for myself. I will evaluate shot guns at that time as well.
I haven't been to a gun show in years. You'll certainly have plenty to see and hold to try on for size. I've heard that prices tend to be marked up at shows though in contrast to years past. (not that you can't afford it) Not so much for home defense but for concealed carry I'm getting a Colt New Agent, which is a 1911 with a 3" barrel, any day now.
Lucrum, I think you would be happier with this: http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl...&hl=en&biw=1419&bih=696&gbv=2&tbm=isch&itbs=1 You can find one cheaper if you shop around. Kimber is amazing
Actually a 3" Kimber was originally my first choice. After some more research I settled on the Colt. I may add Crimson laser grips to it later depending on how well I adapt to the trench sight on the Colt.
For all interested, this guy does an excellent job of video reviewing and shooting all types of hand guns, rifles, shotguns and military guns. Very knowledgeable and includes a lot of historic info. http://www.youtube.com/user/hickok45/videos