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If a burglar were to break into my home, and happen to hear me rack my shotgun, he would also hear the sound of a shotgun shell hitting the floor. I'd definitely be at a tactical disadvantage, as I'd have one less round in the magazine tube. The same applies to my semi-auto pistols.

That being said, I do not have small children living in my home, so I am able to live comfortably with my guns loaded with rounds in the chamber.

For a burglar or home invader(as far as I'm concerned), the use of deadly force used against me or my loved one's is imminent and I will be prepared for that eventuality.

So no, I would not try to scare the BG away by racking the slide on either my shotgun or pistol.