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If he absolutely will NOT settle for a shotgun(which I think would be a better idea for HD), one thing he might try is a milsurp weapon such as a Makarov, CZ-82, Walther P1, etc. These are inexpensive and proven reliable. Downside is that many of them use unusual(and therefore expensive) ammo, such as 9x18 Makarov. My father just purchased a Walther P1(P38) for $280 out the door. It's in 9mm, so practice will be cheap. This is essential, because regardless of what your freind buys, he MUST learn to shoot it. A weapon you cannot use can very quickly become a liability. Remember, you are in more risk when you confront than when you hide(usually), so confronting an armed criminal if you are effectively unarmed is often a very bad idea.