Firearms
Throwback Thursday: Best Defensive Shotguns for Older Shooters
When it comes to home defense, the best firearm for most shooters is a shotgun. A handgun is for concealed…Read More >
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Throwback Thursday: Combat Shotguns Galore!
Shotguns are often seen as one of the best do-it-all firearms. Whether you’re in the field hunting or defending the…Read More >
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Review: Mossberg 500 Persuader
If you are serious about defending the home, the first choice is a shotgun, mainly because a 12-gauge shotgun will repel boarders like no other firearm. A number of years ago, Mossberg offered a short-barrel pump-action shotgun known as the Persuader. Today, the piece is back as a highly finished retrograde shotgun worthy of consideration.
Ammunition
Throwback Thursday: Buckshot or Birdshot for Home Defense? Let’s Ask Science.
The conclusion of the testing I observed was simple. Birdshot will do the job at shorter ranges, but it has major drawbacks for home defense. Read the entire story to understand the the limitations of birdshot and advantages of buckshot including a comparison of 00-buck versus .380 ACP, 9mm, .45 ACP and .223/5.56.
Firearms
By the Numbers: America’s Top 5 Shotguns
Semi-auto handguns topped the list, which was not much of a surprise. Likewise, semi-auto rifle topped it category, but when it comes to shotguns, that sweet sound of a pump being racked tops the list. Then again, with some of the awesome sales over the past couple of years, who hasn’t picked up a couple extras for when a SHTF scenario becomes reality?
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Review: Magpul SGA Stock/Mossberg 500
Firing 20 full-power buckshot loads from a 12 gauge Mossberg ended with my wrist resulted in Epsom salts the next morning. The pistol grip shotgun is acceptable for entry team use, or crowded areas, and ideal for keeping handy in fishing trawlers to take out flipping, gnashing sharks brought in with the more mundane catches. However, for extended shooting sessions, upgrade to Magpul’s SGA stock.
Firearms
Battle of the Pumps: Mossberg 500 vs. the Remington 870
Two of the best best shotguns in history are compared in this article. Who comes out on top? The Mossberg 500 or the Remington 870? You will have to read the Shooter’s Log to find out.
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Mossberg’s Rugged and Reliable Shotgun
The Mossberg pump action shotguns are smooth, reliable and rugged, easy break down and pack a punch with .410 bore ammo. With a short riot gun barrel of 18 to 20 inches the home defense type shotgun barrel makes for a fast handling and effective problem solvers. In fact, the author has used a Mossberg 500 longer than any other shotgun. Read the post to learn more about the Mossberg and what makes them such a great choice.
Ammunition
How Does Buckshot Perform at 50 Yards?
Brass Fetcher Ballistic Testing recently conducted an eye-opening ballistic gelatin test of buckshot at 50 yards distance. The rounds were shot from a Mossberg 500 12-gauge shotgun with 20″ barrel length and full choke. This video shows the results.
Firearms
Mossberg 500 Cruiser JIC Pump-Action Shotgun
Maybe you are brand new to the gun world, jonesing for a new gun, preparing for the apocalypse, want to start hunting, or need something for home protection. Perhaps you checked all the boxes above. Would you be surprised to hear that one gun will do all of that? One gun does truly rule most—the 12-gauge pump-action shotgun. Even if you haven’t jumped on the shotgun bandwagon yet, let the Mossberg 500 JIC convince you. If you were to only purchase one gun, especially for a survival or emergency situation, the Mossberg 500 JIC is the smarter choice.