This review of the JTS M12 PT2 shotgun, a budget-friendly dual-action model, details its performance over a 300-round break-in period. The expert assessment highlights its dual-action capability (pump/inertia semi-auto), initial reliability with birdshot, and specific issues encountered with heavy buckshot and mini shells. The guide includes practical advice on clearing malfunctions like the 'mortar' technique and emphasizes the importance of a break-in period for this Chinese-made firearm.
This video features a blind test comparing a high-end Beretta A400 shotgun against a more budget-friendly GForce Arms model. The test focuses on identifying the firearms solely by recoil and feel, highlighting the distinct operational differences between gas-operated and inertia-driven semi-automatic shotguns. The participant correctly identifies the Beretta due to its smoother action and perceived softer recoil.
This guide details the modification process for creating a custom suppressed Benelli M2 shotgun, inspired by 'No Country for Old Men.' It covers the installation of a JK Armament suppressor and testing with subsonic ammunition. The build emphasizes the advantages of an inertia-driven system for suppressed shotgun use, as explained by a high-level firearms reviewer.
This video demonstrates the operation of a Taran Tactical Innovations customized Benelli M2 shotgun at Bravo 1 Shooting Range. It covers preparation, efficient loading techniques with an extended magazine and flared port, and rapid fire sequences showcasing recoil control. The content highlights the firearm's semi-automatic inertia-driven action and the benefits of TTI customization. The shooter, identified as an experienced individual, maintains safe muzzle discipline throughout the demonstration.
This review of the Black Aces Tactical S4 shotgun, a Benelli M4 clone, highlights its value proposition at approximately one-third the price of a Benelli M4. While the initial 50 rounds showed three malfunctions, the subsequent 900+ rounds ran flawlessly, demonstrating good reliability after a break-in period. The shotgun features a tactical configuration with an adjustable stock, heat shield/optics mount, and a full-capacity magazine tube, making it a feature-rich option for its price point.
Palmetto State Armory (PSA) is updating its 570 shotgun project, with a pump-action version expected this year and a semi-automatic variant to follow. The 570 is designed as a user-modular platform, allowing users to convert the pump to semi-auto using the same receiver. Key features include a non-reciprocating charging handle, RMR cuts from the factory, and compatibility with 870 stocks.
This entry details the 35th-anniversary review of the Benelli M1 Super 90 by Hickok45. It covers the firearm's inertia-driven action, break-in procedures using different loads, competition use, and accuracy testing with slugs. The review highlights the M1's historical significance and compares it to modern alternatives, offering insights from an expert with decades of experience.
This video from Exile Armory LLC showcases a wide variety of firearms available for sale, including new and used pistols, rifles, and shotguns. Amber highlights specific models, calibers, and prices, featuring brands like Springfield, Walther, Smith & Wesson, Ruger, Winchester, FN, T.R. Star, Rock Island, Browning, Henry, Kimber, Magnum Research, Beretta, CZ-USA, and LWRC. The inventory includes popular concealed carry options, hunting rifles, tactical firearms, and various shotgun gauges.
The Military Armament Corporation MAC 2 Tactical Wood is a semi-automatic shotgun featuring an inertia-driven action inspired by Benelli. It boasts a lightweight aluminum receiver, an 18.5-inch barrel, and is threaded for Beretta/Benelli pattern choke tubes, coming with three constrictions. The shotgun includes a Picatinny rail, ghost ring rear sight, and a Turkish Walnut stock with a pistol grip and textured panels, all offered at a competitive sub-$400 MSRP.
The Military Armament MAC 2 Tactical Wood shotgun is presented as a versatile firearm suitable for defensive use and hunting, particularly for turkey. Its inertia-driven operating system ensures reliability and light weight. The shotgun features adjustable ghost ring sights and a white dot front post for accurate aiming, a factory-installed Picatinny rail for optics, and compatibility with Benelli M2 aftermarket parts.
This video introduces the new Franchi Affinity 3 Sport Trap shotgun, designed for 2024 and targeted at new and up-and-coming clay target shooters. The 12-gauge Italian-made shotgun features a 30-inch barrel, 3-inch chamber, inertia-driven action, and adjustable ergonomics for cast, drop, and length-of-pull. Key features include a proprietary forcing cone for recoil reduction and improved shotshell performance, a stepped ventilated sighting rib, ported barrel, Mobil chokes, oversized controls, and a beveled magazine well.
This video introduces the new Stoeger M3000 Signature semi-automatic shotgun, released to commemorate the company's 100th anniversary. Key features highlighted include upgraded wood stock, a nickel-plated receiver with traditional engraving, and a glossed blued barrel. The 12-gauge, 3-inch shotgun utilizes an inertia-driven system and is capable of firing up to 3½-inch magnum shells without adjustment. The description also mentions the inclusion of a shim kit for drop and cast adjustments, and three choke tubes (IC, M, XFT). The video also provides links to various NRA publications and initiatives.
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