I have sold a number of .38 special police trade in guns to women whose husbands are deployed and live in the country. They have to deal with 2 legged/4legged and the creepy crawleys in their yards/garages. I suggest the first two cylinders be loaded with CCI Rat shot(#9) and solids in the other 4. Have had a number of very satisfied customers! Best, Dr. BILL