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January 29th, 2008, 11:50 AM #1
Suggested Shotguns for Home Defense/Fun
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.
Last edited by Montanya; January 29th, 2008 at 11:55 AM.
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January 29th, 2008, 12:11 PM #2
Re: Suggested Shotguns for Home Defense/Fun
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.
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January 29th, 2008, 12:12 PM #3
Re: Suggested Shotguns for Home Defense/Fun
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!
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January 29th, 2008, 12:13 PM #4
Re: Suggested Shotguns for Home Defense/Fun
Remington 870.
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January 29th, 2008, 12:22 PM #5
Re: Suggested Shotguns for Home Defense/Fun
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
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January 29th, 2008, 12:27 PM #6
Re: Suggested Shotguns for Home Defense/Fun
I wouldn't worry too much on over penetration.
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January 29th, 2008, 12:47 PM #7
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January 29th, 2008, 01:02 PM #8
Re: Suggested Shotguns for Home Defense/Fun
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.I called to check my ZIP CODE!....DY-NO-MITE!!!
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January 29th, 2008, 01:04 PM #9
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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.
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January 29th, 2008, 01:17 PM #10
Re: Suggested Shotguns for Home Defense/Fun
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
Last edited by lildobe; August 30th, 2008 at 12:35 PM.
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