A Little Shotty (Part IV)

Published on January 15, 2010
Duration: 6:33

This video compares the performance of Benelli and Mossberg shotguns, particularly focusing on their effectiveness with slugs and birdshot. The Mossberg is highlighted for its consistent performance with various ammunition types and its suitability for clay pigeon shooting due to a more open aperture and longer barrel. The Benelli, while capable of shooting slugs well with a smoothbore barrel, is noted as not being designed for bird hunting.

Quick Summary

The Mossberg shotgun outperformed the Benelli in birdshot tests, likely due to its more open aperture and longer 20-inch barrel, which aids slug stabilization. While the Benelli's smoothbore 18-inch barrel shoots slugs well, it's not designed for bird hunting.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Initial Testing
  2. 00:08Shotgun Testing Overview
  3. 00:25Benelli Smoothbore Performance
  4. 00:55Benelli Slug Testing
  5. 01:31Benelli Design Flaws with Slugs
  6. 01:48Rifled Barrel Advantage
  7. 02:00Benelli Choke Tube Discussion
  8. 02:28Mossberg Performance
  9. 02:35Mossberg Slug & Shot Test
  10. 03:03Mossberg Barrel Length & Aperture
  11. 03:20Barrel Length Comparison
  12. 03:30Mossberg Handling
  13. 03:43Shooter Performance Comparison
  14. 04:13Benelli Slug Performance Re-evaluation
  15. 04:44Benelli Slug Accuracy Claims
  16. 05:03Benelli vs. Mossberg Slug/Buckshot
  17. 05:14Benelli Shot Performance Limitations
  18. 05:38Overall Comparison Summary
  19. 05:47Mossberg Birdshot Advantage
  20. 05:56Mossberg vs. Remington Birdshot
  21. 06:04Mossberg Barrel Swap Impact
  22. 06:23Conclusion on Benelli Configuration

Frequently Asked Questions

How does a smoothbore barrel perform with slugs compared to a rifled barrel?

A smoothbore barrel, like on the Benelli, can shoot slugs and may perform better than expected with a cylinder bore choke. However, a rifled barrel provides slugs more time to stabilize, leading to significantly improved accuracy and performance, especially at longer distances.

What makes the Mossberg shotgun better for shooting clay pigeons than the Benelli in this test?

The Mossberg demonstrated better performance with birdshot and clay pigeons, likely due to its more open aperture and slightly longer barrel. These factors contribute to a more consistent and effective pattern for aerial targets.

Can the Benelli shotgun be used for hunting birds effectively?

Based on the testing, the Benelli shotgun is not designed for bird hunting. While it performs well with slugs and buckshot, its smoothbore barrel and design limitations make it unsuitable for the tight patterns required for bird shooting.

What impact does barrel length have on slug accuracy in shotguns?

A longer barrel, such as the 20-inch barrel on the Mossberg compared to the Benelli's 18-inch barrel, gives slugs more time to stabilize in flight. This increased stabilization can lead to better accuracy and tighter groups when shooting slugs.

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