I used to keep a gun under my pillow but I also kept one eye open while I slept.
I have not kept a gun under my pillow for about 14 years now. I do keep it on the headboard (bookshelf) secured to the inside top on my side of the bed. Makes my wife nervous though. Makes me feel safe though knowing that I woun't have to ask a criminal if they can give me a few minutes to unlock the safe to get the gun, load the gun, and then ask them to hold still while I shoot them. :lol: :lol: :lol:
It is not a safe practice to sleep with a gun under the pillow nor is it a safe practice to sleep with your AR15/M16/MP4 or whatever either, even if you are in a combat zone. :x :x :x
Each individual circumstance requires the gun owner to use the best practice for their individual requirements as far as firearms are concerned while sleeping. :grin: