Dean is also stuck with pistols and shotguns, both of which are sub optimal for zombie clearing. For pistols, this is not a movie, Dean knows he's not perfectly accurate, he'll waste bullets at any longer then about 30 ft. Shotguns, while impressive, are also very situational and close range weapons.<br/><br/>As for things being uncool, Dean doesn't give a shit. His weapons and gear are tools, not toys. Coolness goes out the window in a fight for your life.