...but you have to admit it's a hell of a thing to make that decision and turn your gun from merely a deterrent into an offensive weapon sending rounds purposely towards someone...especially when its not in a combat zone.
@txradioguy You have two errors -
1. It is not an "offensive" weapon if you are saving someone's life - it is still a DEFENSIVE weapon in that situation.
2. If you are saving someone's life you ARE in a "combat" zone.
If you have to stop and think if you should shoot, you may be shot yourself before you decide. You need to mentally go through the actions you would take if your or someone else's life is in danger. If you can't do that, don't take your gun.