Colion Noir discusses the perceived obsolescence of pump shotguns, arguing they remain popular due to their physical and aggressive feel. He introduces the Mossberg 590R Chisel as an updated platform that retains the core experience while improving ergonomics, sights, and recoil management with an adjustable stock and recoil pad.
This review of the JTS M12AK shotgun highlights its budget-friendly nature, AK-platform design, and potential for drone defense. The instructor emphasizes its value for money, noting its solid construction, excellent trigger, and reliable performance with higher-velocity loads after a break-in period. While not ideal for home defense due to its weight, it's presented as a fun recreational firearm and a capable option for specific tactical applications like drone engagement.
This guide details the expert process of fitting a custom shotgun stock, as demonstrated by master craftsman Jim Greenwood. It covers the initial assessment, hand-shaping of the wood blank, critical adjustments to comb height and cast, and pattern plate testing to ensure optimal point of aim and impact. A custom stock allows a shooter to achieve their maximum potential by providing consistent and comfortable mounting.
This entry details the Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 shotgun's Advanced Impact (AI) system, focusing on its technical components and benefits for waterfowl hunting. The AI system, featuring a modified forcing cone, extended chokes, and a larger bore, is designed to enhance shot pattern density and downrange velocity, leading to cleaner kills. Expert insights from American Hunter contributors highlight the system's effectiveness in field performance.
This video tests shotgun shells loaded with ceramic spheres, comparing their performance to traditional lead shot. The demonstration includes shooting a milk jug for energy transfer and ballistic gelatin for penetration and lethality. The results suggest ceramic spheres disperse rapidly but exhibit similar penetration depth to lead, with potential implications for reduced lethality in some scenarios.
This guide details the 'air racking' technique demonstrated on a custom Benelli M2 shotgun, inspired by 'No Country for Old Men'. Performed by Micah Mayfield, an established firearms content creator, this advanced technique involves cycling the shotgun's action via a sharp physical movement of the entire firearm, rather than manually manipulating the charging handle. This modification, performed by Mark 3 Firearms, highlights custom gunsmithing possibilities for suppressed shotgun setups.
This video tests the lethality of 'dragon egg' magnetic shotgun shells by firing them into ballistic gel and water containers. The shells demonstrated significant penetration, passing through multiple gallons of water and completely traversing a block of ballistic gel. The presenter notes the ammunition's tendency to stick to firearms and highlights the precision of the shells, while also questioning their necessity. A recommendation is made for M Squared for ammunition storage solutions.
This video showcases three distinct shotguns: a traditional Gearson Blue Label over/under, a Daria Arms DX 12 with a unique drum magazine, and the surprising Standard Manufacturing SSR with dual barrels. The presenter demonstrates their operation and firing characteristics, including the SSR's ability to fire both barrels simultaneously with Magnum loads.
This video provides a comprehensive review of 15 powerful revolver shotguns available in 2025, detailing their specifications, features, and price points. It covers a range of models from high-end competition shotguns to more affordable options suitable for various shooting disciplines like sporting clays, hunting, and home defense. The review highlights key aspects such as barrel length, choke systems, ammunition compatibility, and ergonomic design, offering insights into their performance and value for different shooter needs.
This YouTube video features FPSRussia, a popular firearms personality, testing the capabilities of a shotgun. The title, 'Can FPS Russia Handle This Shotgun?', suggests a performance-based review or challenge. The content likely involves live-fire testing, evaluating the shotgun's handling, accuracy, and overall performance in the hands of a well-known figure in the firearms community. Viewers can expect to see the shotgun in action and get a sense of whether it meets the demands of a seasoned shooter.
This YouTube video explores the concept of 'Budget To Expensive Shotguns' through the ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response) format. While the specifics of the shotguns and their price points are not detailed in the provided information, the title suggests a comparison or presentation of various shotgun models, ranging from more affordable options to higher-end ones. The ASMR presentation aims to create a relaxing sensory experience for viewers, potentially focusing on the sounds of handling, demonstrating, or even dry-firing the firearms.
This entry analyzes the Genesis Arms Gen-12 shotgun's performance during a 'mag dump' test, as demonstrated by Administrative Results. The video highlights the shotgun's semi-automatic action, AR-10 style platform, and its effectiveness with 12 Gauge shells, particularly when equipped with an EOTech HWS optic and magnifier. The test focused on evaluating projectile spread and accuracy, showcasing how multiple pellets per shell contribute to a high hit count and accuracy percentage on target.
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