This video debunks the myth that birdshot is suitable for home defense. Experts Steve and Caleb from Brownells explain that birdshot lacks the necessary mass and penetration to reliably stop a human threat, especially through clothing. They recommend 00 or #1 buckshot for home defense due to their effective balance of energy and penetration at typical indoor distances, while cautioning against the over-penetration risks of slugs and the ricochet potential of light birdshot.
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