Not sure if I'm reading you correctly. I think the author's text suggests most people have these firearms for defensive purposes, e.g. protecting their supplie

Not sure if I'm reading you correctly. I think the author's text suggests most people have these firearms for defensive purposes, e.g. protecting their supplies from those who might try to take them. I have a few fire extinguishers. I don't go around seeking fire, but I'm prepared if one breaks out.