This review covers the Smith & Wesson Model 916A pump-action shotgun, highlighting its lesser-known status and surprisingly good performance. The reviewer notes its similarities to the Mossberg 500, including safety and action release placement. Testing involved various loads, from light birdshot to heavy buckshot and slugs, with the shotgun demonstrating reliability.
This review compares the Winchester SXP Defender to its predecessors, the Model 1200 and 1300, highlighting shared lineage and design evolution. The SXP Defender is presented as a modern interpretation of a trench gun, featuring a fast-cycling rotating bolt system similar to older models. While manufactured in Turkey, it retains key Winchester design elements and offers modern amenities at an accessible price point.
This video provides a brief overview of a High Standard 18-6 Riot shotgun, identified as potentially a K1200 model. The presenter highlights its 18-inch barrel and 6-round magazine capacity (7 with one in the chamber). The shotgun is noted for its appearance in the movie 'The Getaway' with Steve McQueen. A minor feeding issue is mentioned, attributed to reloaded ammunition.
This video demonstrates the interchangeability of trigger groups between a JC Higgins Model 20 and a High Standard K1200 riot shotgun. The presenter highlights that trigger groups can be swapped 100% and function in each gun, even after modifications like grinding down a pistol grip trigger group.
This YouTube Short showcases the High Standard K1200 18-6 Riot Shotgun. The video highlights this specific model, emphasizing its 'riot shotgun' classification and its 12-gauge caliber. It's a brief presentation designed for quick viewing, likely aimed at firearm enthusiasts interested in tactical or classic shotgun models.
This YouTube Short showcases the High Standard K1200 Riot Shotgun, described as "well broken in." The video title explicitly mentions the model and gauge, suggesting a focus on the performance and functionality of this specific shotgun. As a short, it likely provides a quick look at the firearm in action or its features.
This video focuses on upgrading a High Standard K1200 Riot shotgun by replacing the factory pistol grip with a walnut stock. The creator highlights the aesthetic improvement, noting a slight mismatch in checkering between the stock and the fore-end, which they are willing to overlook for now. The description also includes a shout-out to the YouTube channel "Buffalo's Outdoors" and shares a quote about freedom, indicating the creator's personal philosophy and appreciation for other content creators.
This review covers a Remington 870 Police Magnum 12 Gauge shotgun, a police trade-in model manufactured between 1997 and 2000. The reviewer highlights its robust construction, including an all-steel receiver and barrel, and its utility as a security-style shotgun with a 20-inch cylinder bore barrel and adjustable rifle sights. The firearm is noted for its 7+1 capacity for 2.75-inch shells and 6+1 for 3-inch shells, with a chamber capable of handling magnum loads.
This video showcases the acquisition of a High Standard K1200 (also referred to as K120 or 18-6) riot shotgun. The uploader expresses excitement about finally obtaining another one after selling their previous model years ago. They note similarities to the shotgun used by Steve McQueen in "The Getaway," although their current acquisition features birch furniture and a pistol grip, with plans to acquire a proper stock for it.
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 showcases a vintage Winchester Model 1200 RIOT shotgun, manufactured around 1968, with a mention of a Choate Tool +2 extension. The presenter notes its potential government purchase history based on its serial number range and expresses excitement about adding this "cool old vintage Riot shotgun" to their collection. The description highlights visible wear consistent with long-term storage and transport, and mentions that the receiver was repainted and the stock refinished, potentially obscuring original markings. Despite the action being described as "complicated," the presenter successfully cleaned and reassembled it.
This review covers the Remington Model 31, a side-ejecting pump-action shotgun produced from 1931 to 1949. The presenter highlights its 'ball bearing action' for smooth operation and its takedown feature, which allowed for interchangeable barrels. While marketed as a riot shotgun, this specific 1937 example has an 18-inch barrel and an improved modified choke, deviating from typical riot gun specifications.
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