You won't hear me racking a shotty, as I keep it chambered, but you may hear the B.A.D. lever drop. Whatever weapon at hand, be assured it will be chambered well before a threat is in sight. If I wanted to scare somebody I'd just run after them in my drawers.
I've had experiences that you likely have not had. I sincerely hope that is the case. I simply expressed an opinion. I don't care if you agree or not. I have exercised my training in real life, and I know what works for me. Do as you wish, but don't get all ninja about it.
Depends on how well armed and how hungry you are too,I look at it from a bad guy perspective. If I break in, and hear that lovely sound of a pump shotgun. I'm going to get the f out quick, and in a hurry.
Depends on how well armed and how hungry you are too,