Videos tagged with Bead Sight

This video provides an overview of the classic Remington 870 Wingmaster pump-action shotgun. The presenter highlights its enduring popularity since its production began in the 1950s, emphasizing the smooth pump action, the aesthetic appeal of the checkered walnut grips and stock, and the high-gloss finish. It's noted as a 12 gauge firearm that accepts 2 3/4 inch shells.

This video reviews the Winchester 1300 Defender, a retro pump-action shotgun with a 7+1 capacity, featuring classic wood furniture and a smooth bore with a bead sight. The presenter highlights its reliable action, easy loading, and aesthetic appeal as a defensive firearm, noting its smooth operation and good condition for a vintage piece.

This video details the process of shortening an Ithaca Model 37 12 gauge shotgun for improved handling and aesthetics. The creator "trims" approximately 7.5 inches from the barrel, aiming for a more compact "riot style" firearm. They also document their first successful attempt at threading a barrel for a bead sight. While acknowledging the trimming might not be perfectly clean, they are satisfied with the outcome after applying cold blue. Future modifications, such as adding a metal heat shield, are also mentioned, highlighting a DIY approach to customizing this classic shotgun.

This video demonstrates the use of shotgun adapters to fire handgun calibers (.45 ACP, 9mm, .22 LR) from a 20-gauge single-shot shotgun. The presenter highlights the fun and versatility these adapters add, allowing for shooting common pistol rounds through a long gun. While the adapters are typically smoothbore, the presenter notes surprisingly decent accuracy, even at moderate distances, using only the bead sight.

This guide details the operation of the Henry Axe, a .410 bore lever-action firearm. It covers loading procedures, sight identification, and live-fire demonstration techniques. The content is presented with an enthusiastic and humorous tone by the Civilian Tactical host, demonstrating familiarity with the specific model and its operation.

This video reviews the Harrington and Richardson 088 20 gauge shotgun, highlighting its budget-friendly nature and utilitarian design. The presenter emphasizes its simplicity, ease of use, and historical significance as a Massachusetts-made firearm. It's presented as a suitable option for survivalists and those seeking an affordable, reliable shotgun.

This guide details the technique for making a long-range shot with a 10-gauge shotgun, as demonstrated by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. It emphasizes using a stable shooting platform and the bead sight for accuracy at distances up to 160 yards. The content highlights Scott's expertise in unconventional long-range shooting with shotguns.

This review of the Mossberg Maverick 88 Security 12 Gauge shotgun, presented by TheFirearmGuy, highlights its exceptional value at an MSRP of $267. The video details its technical specifications, including a 20-inch barrel and 7+1 capacity, and demonstrates its reliability through live-fire tests. Expert insights are provided on design features, ammunition compatibility, and the versatility offered by its compatibility with Mossberg 500 barrels, making it a strong contender for home defense and general use.

This expert guide, drawing from InRangeTV, demonstrates the critical importance of modern sighting systems for shotguns when engaging distant targets like spinners. The video highlights how a bead sight is largely ineffective at 50 yards, while a red dot sight dramatically improves accuracy, making such engagements feasible. It emphasizes that while rifled slugs can be accurate, the sighting system is the limiting factor.

This video discusses whether a bead sight is necessary for shotguns, particularly in the context of hitting clay targets or game. The hosts, Dave and Jonny, share their thoughts based on a past discussion at Lains Shooting School. The video encourages viewer engagement in the comments section and promotes channel membership and merchandise for support. It also provides links to their podcast, Instagram, and Facebook pages.

This video demonstrates shooting .410 slugs at 100 yards using a Rossi youth model shotgun with a modified choke and bead sights. The instructor compares the accuracy of Winchester and Remington slugs, finding Winchester to shoot high and Remington to be closer to point of aim. Despite the limitations of bead sights at this distance, multiple hits were achieved on a 16-inch steel target, with Remington slugs producing an approximate 8-inch group.

This video provides a first look at a Winchester 1897 12ga shotgun, acquired locally. The presenter details plans for a trench gun conversion, including adding a heat shield, chopping and re-beading the barrel, and potentially refurbishing internal components while preserving its battle-worn aesthetic. Key features like its John Browning design and slam-fire capability are highlighted.