Suggested Shotguns for Home Defense/Fun

[Montanya]

Anyone suggest a home defense/target shotgun? Something inexpensive/reliable, and fun to shoot. EM what model shotty was that you had at PMSC that I shot, that was pretty nice. I don't currently do any trap/skeet, but who knows that might be a fun possibiltiy once I get a little more time under my belt with it, just shot my first shotguns on Sunday thanks to EM and Joe Smith.

[roland]

Remington 870's and Mossberg 500's are the most popular inexpensive shottys. I'll have a few other shottys at the group shoot if you want to try different ones out.

[RocketFoot]

There are a lot of different shotties out there, but I would suggest a Mossberg 500/590 or Remington 870. Both are well built, reliable and have tons of aftermarket stuff available!

[Thekatar]

Remington 870.

[Montanya]

and then as far as ammo for home defense purposes, what type to use? I know there is the bird shot (not good for home defense unless you wanna piss someone off) and then there are like slugs (which i would guess in my apartment might be possibly over-penetrating and kill a neighbor) so what to use? I really just need to get myself a shotgun edumacation

[roland]

I wouldn't worry too much on over penetration.

[Emptymag]

Originally Posted by roland

I wouldn't worry too much on over penetration.

I know I don't...


OH! U meant the SLUGS and such!


Move along. Nothing to see here folks.

[Emptymag]

Originally Posted by Montanya

Anyone suggest a home defense/target shotgun? Something inexpensive/reliable, and fun to shoot. EM what model shotty was that you had at PMSC that I shot, that was pretty nice. I don't currently do any trap/skeet, but who knows that might be a fun possibiltiy once I get a little more time under my belt with it, just shot my first shotguns on Sunday thanks to EM and Joe Smith.

Mossberg Persuader 12 Ga pump w/ghost ring sights. 18.5" barrel.
Choate brand aftermarket pistol grip stock.
Cheapo Tac-Star light.



Nothing fancy. Works for me.

I recommend trying a Remington 870... I've only shot one of them once. The pump seemed to operate more smoothly than mine. Perhaps it was more "seasoned"? I don't know.

[roland]

I was reffering to the slugs. It's a typical newbee question. I think the chances are greater that you'll miss your intended target, than actually will have to use it in a "situation". My 2 cents.

[lildobe]

Buckshot is the best Home Defense round. 00b or 000b. Chances of over penetration are reduced and they are very effective antipersonnel rounds.

Also, I cannot recommend the Mossberg 500/590 enough. It is an easy to handle, reliable and rugged shotgun designed for Law Enforcement and Military use.

And just for reference:
http://www.lildobe.net/gallery2/v/Fi.../Shot.jpg.html