This guide, presented by Mossberg, highlights the critical importance of minimizing movement for successful duck hunting. The speaker, an authoritative figure in waterfowl, explains that ducks are far more sensitive to unnatural movements than imperfect calls. By staying still and letting birds finish their approach, hunters significantly increase their chances of success. The advice is particularly relevant for group hunting scenarios.
Instruction from Shortshot Tony emphasizes that 'warning shots' are a dangerous myth and a poor tactical and legal choice. Discharging a firearm should be reserved solely for imminent threats requiring lethal force. Firing a warning shot can undermine a self-defense claim, potentially making the shooter the aggressor and leading to severe legal trouble. Firearms should only be used when absolutely necessary.
This video details an effective strategy for goose hunting in deep snow when standard camouflage is inadequate. Experienced waterfowl hunters demonstrate how to use white Tyvek painter suits as an unconventional hide, allowing them to blend directly into the snowy environment. The guide covers decoy setup, gear preparation with specific mention of Mossberg 940 Pro shotguns and Walker's Game Ear, and successful hunting action, highlighting adaptability in challenging conditions.
This guide, presented by Shortshot Tony, explains the dangers of 'candy cane loading' shotguns, where different ammunition types are mixed in the magazine tube. It emphasizes the critical importance of consistent load management for tactical and defensive scenarios. The recommended practice is to load the main magazine with a single, reliable type of ammunition (like buckshot for home defense) and use a side saddle for specialty rounds, ensuring predictable performance when it matters most.
World Champion Lena Miculek demonstrates an advanced shotgun loading and shooting technique, showcasing how to carry and rapidly deploy 100 rounds of 12 Gauge ammunition. The video highlights custom gear modification for high-capacity loadouts and efficient quad-loading drills on steel targets, emphasizing speed and continuous fire. This expert-level instruction is ideal for competitive shotgun shooters looking to improve their reloading speed and gear management.
This expert review of the Witt Machine Ravener-12 shotgun suppressor details its performance on 12 Gauge platforms, including bullpup and semi-auto models. The analysis covers recoil reduction, reliability, and pattern density, noting a significant tightening of patterns but also a point-of-impact shift. The host, demonstrating high authority, highlights the technical challenges of shotgun suppression and the importance of individual setup testing.
Focusing on a limited set of firearms is crucial for developing true shooting proficiency, rather than collecting many. Constantly switching platforms hinders muscle memory development due to unique indexing points. The speaker recommends mastering five core platforms: full-size handgun, CCW handgun, carbine, precision rifle, and shotgun.
This YouTube video showcases a successful duck hunting trip, highlighting the Mossberg 940 Pro Waterfowl shotgun in Mossy Oak Bottomland. The description provides interesting facts about mallard duck migration patterns, including their migratory behavior, diet, and pair bonding. The video title "The Most Fun Duck Hunting Season Yet!" and the call to action "Feet Down!" suggest an exciting and engaging hunting experience.
This video showcases RECOIL's transformation of a Mossberg 990 Aftershock into a versatile short-barreled shotgun (SBS). Built on the 940 Pro platform, this 12-gauge firearm features a 14.75-inch barrel, a reliable gas system, and user-friendly enhancements. The build includes modifications like a folding stock, AR-15 pistol grip, red-dot optic, and M-LOK accessories, resulting in a compact and rugged SBS suitable for close-quarters and field use. The description highlights the 990 Shockwave as a strong starting point for SBS builds.
Pistol-sized micro red dots are a superior optic choice for shotguns, offering a lighter, lower profile than traditional long gun optics. Despite concerns about 12-gauge recoil, pistol dots are proven durable due to the higher G-forces experienced by pistol slides. This makes them a more aesthetically pleasing and functionally effective upgrade for shotguns.
This video, "Sunday Shoot-a-Round #277," features plinking at the Gong Club Range with a Smith & Wesson 632 Ultimate Carry revolver and a borrowed Mossberg 940 Pro shotgun from Davidson's Gallery of Guns. The description highlights support from various sponsors including Davidson's, Silencer Central, and Ballistol, and directs viewers to additional Hickok45 channels, a Patreon page, and Rumble. It also emphasizes firearms safety and responsible gun ownership.
This video offers a review of the updated Mossberg 940 Pro Turkey shotgun, highlighting its Kryptek camouflage pattern and an Indian Creek choke. It is presented as a compelling option for turkey hunting enthusiasts utilizing 12 gauge firearms. The description also provides a direct link to the product on Mossberg's official website, indicating a focus on showcasing and potentially endorsing the firearm.
Gun Laws by State
Read firearms regulations for all 50 states + D.C.
Find Gun Dealers
Search licensed FFL dealers near you.