Pump action 12g shot gun alternating between 00 buck (1st load) and
slugs. For more distance, an good old bolt action Mauser.

Both are simple, effective and should not cost too much. Forget the
fancy 'boat guns'. Too tempting to be 'admired' by customs.

Also forget the hand gun, if folks get that close it is another story
anyway.

Training and willingness to pull the tiger (as well as being able to
know when the time is right and when it is not) is more important that
the firearm.


-al-