jacobhawkins Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 (edited) Someone tried to break into my building last night. Katie heard some people talking last night but didn't see anything. I woke up to tire tracks through my yard backing right up to my shop. Can't have that. Solutions? Yes, I have mass amount of light back there. @max power Edited April 2, 2018 by jacobhawkins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post TimTheAzn Posted April 2, 2018 Popular Post Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 Do you prefer large or small caliber? 1 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacobhawkins Posted April 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 (edited) 14 minutes ago, TimTheAzn said: Do you prefer large or small caliber? Always said a pump action 12 gauge would be the right choice. But I gotta know they are there first... Edited April 2, 2018 by jacobhawkins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTheAzn Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 40 minutes ago, jacobhawkins said: Always said a pump action 12 gauge would be the right choice. But I gotta know they are there first... 1 hour ago, jacobhawkins said: Katie heard some people talking last night but didn't see anything. ^^^ Your wife said she heard people talking last night lol. Frozen paint balls or those pepper spray paint balls would be entertaining. I'd have no hesitations about letting those fly if someone was snooping around my shit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonik Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 26 minutes ago, TimTheAzn said: Frozen paint balls or those pepper spray paint balls would be entertaining. I'd have no hesitations about letting those fly if someone was snooping around my shit. I would not bring a paint ball gun to what could be a real gun fight. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
max power Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 I would recommend motion activated lights and some cheap camera system. You can also get one of those driveway motion detectors that sets off a chime in the house when someone crosses a certain threshold. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacobhawkins Posted April 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 1 hour ago, max power said: I would recommend motion activated lights and some cheap camera system. You can also get one of those driveway motion detectors that sets off a chime in the house when someone crosses a certain threshold. I've seen those nest things that link to my wifi and smartphone? Thoughts on stuff like that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonik Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 15 minutes ago, jacobhawkins said: I've seen those nest things that link to my wifi and smartphone? Thoughts on stuff like that? Exactly what you need. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisHawkins Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 (edited) I'm the culprit. I was going to park over by your car on Easter to stay out of the way. I about got stuck and forgot to tell you. Regarding home defense, many experts will tell you a 20 gauge pump action shot loaded with 000 is the way to go. Lethal, good spread, easy to aim, less recoil than a 12 gauge so repeated shots are easier. Edited April 2, 2018 by ChrisHawkins 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacobhawkins Posted April 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 Best first post ever? Thanks dad, glad it wasn't crackheads. Just you and mom... still getting a camera though. I'll be able to post your back yard mudding adventures for all to see next time! 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
max power Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 (edited) 1 hour ago, jacobhawkins said: I've seen those nest things that link to my wifi and smartphone? Thoughts on stuff like that? A few years back I would've told you not to waste your money but that stuff has come along way in recent years. A good security system isn't a terrible idea to cover your valuables when you're not around or with in cell phone range. The biggest argument for having a security system is that you can hook up your smoke alarms to it to call in a fire if you're not home. Be careful with the shotgun idea. Wouldn't want to fill your dad's ass full of buckshot! Edited April 2, 2018 by max power 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTheAzn Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 I was about to say... From the picture you put up of your barn weeks ago; looks like you have to go all the way down the drive, past the house to get to the barn. For people to even know if anything was even in there; people either know you and your hobbies, or the barn doors are open all the time with your stuff right out in front to see from the street (which I doubt you do). So for someone to drive their vehicle up your driveway up to your barn in the hopes of finding something good in there I found a little strange (yes I realize there's nothing "strange" when it comes to crackhead behavior) but most thieves will do some kind of recon before bringing a vehicle to collect. Makes sense it was someone you knew. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
max power Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 All it takes is one or two of the local ghetto rats to know what he's got in there and it's all over but the Cryin. Lock your barn up like a fortress, cover the windows and if you do go with an alarm, make sure it has an extertal house speaker. They come in a stainless steel enclosure and are loud as hell. If someone trips your alarm you want to attract attention immediately. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
what Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 (edited) Lol... Something similar happened when I was a kid. Grandparents showed up at 2am for their Christmas visit, a day early. My mom and stepdad heard someone "trying to pick the lock to get in," went downstairs and had the hunting rifle aimed right at their heads as they walked through the door. "Hi Granny and Grandad, Merry Christmas!" Glad this was figured out and nobody got hurt or arrested! A security system of some sort that you can put on your house and in your shop isn't a bad plan regardless. Edited April 2, 2018 by what Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidersDiscount Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 For those interested in affordable security system (still a shotgun might be the best bet) I use and recommend Simplisafe. Not expensive but a great option compared to the normal options out there. They have come a long way as well updating and adding cameras and such recently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonik Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 29 minutes ago, RidersDiscount said: (still a shotgun might be the best bet) How do you keep your shotgun in a ready to fire position while opening a door and turning on the lights as you enter a room? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2talltim Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 14 minutes ago, Tonik said: How do you keep your shotgun in a ready to fire position while opening a door and turning on the lights as you enter a room? You kick the door open like a man and then the muzzle will supply its own light source. Get with the program. 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidersDiscount Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 (edited) 21 minutes ago, Tonik said: How do you keep your shotgun in a ready to fire position while opening a door and turning on the lights as you enter a room? I am man of many talents. Edited April 2, 2018 by RidersDiscount Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonik Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 12 minutes ago, RidersDiscount said: I am man of many talents. Nice try, but spelling isn't one of those talents. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonik Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 2 hours ago, jacobhawkins said: Best first post ever? Thanks dad, glad it wasn't crackheads. Just you and mom... still getting a camera though. I'll be able to post your back yard mudding adventures for all to see next time! I would appear your dad has been stalking you on OR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Butters Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 9 minutes ago, Tonik said: I would appear your dad has been stalking you on OR. It* Js 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonik Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 Just now, Steve Butters said: It* Js I made no claim to having spelling, grammar or any other talent. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
what Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 42 minutes ago, Tonik said: I made no claim to having spelling, grammar or any other talent. Considering what week it is and how much testing is going on, I'm surprised you have time to troll OR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonik Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 1 minute ago, what said: Considering what week it is and how much testing is going on, I'm surprised you have time to troll OR. There is no testing during spring break. You need students to do testing. Dead as a door nail around here. That said, testing does not increase my workload. My shit is a well oiled machine. The education types will be going insane though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTheAzn Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 33 minutes ago, Tonik said: That said, testing does not increase my workload. My shit is a well oiled machine. Do they proctor standardized tests online/on a computer now? Or still scan-tron? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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