Gun Of The Week: Mossberg 990 Aftershock

This video review showcases 15 compact shotguns ideal for home defense in 2026, highlighting their power and maneuverability. It covers a range of firearms, from NFA-compliant options like the Serbu Super Shorty to non-NFA models such as the Mossberg 590 Shockwave and KelTec KS7. The review emphasizes features like barrel length, capacity, action type, and specific enhancements, providing valuable insights for selecting a suitable defensive firearm.

The Mossberg 990 Aftershock is reviewed as a potential Short Barreled Shotgun (SBS) host, noted for its gas-operated action and compatibility with Magpul SGA stocks. However, the firearm exhibits significant reliability issues, particularly with lighter ammunition, due to a theorized weak extractor. Mechanical flaws like the M-LOK ratchet system backing out also detract from its performance.

This video showcases five unique firearms: the UTS-15 shotgun with its dual magazine tubes and selectable action modes, the suppressed VSS Vintorez rifle, the compact four-barreled COP .357 Derringer, the versatile Fightlite MCR with its top-feeding and quick-change barrel features, and a heavily modified Glock pistol in a Flux Defense Kit. The presenter demonstrates basic manipulation and key features of each firearm, highlighting their distinctive designs and operational aspects.

This review of the Benelli M4 EXT highlights its legendary reliability, particularly its ARGO gas system, and its full 7+1 capacity, expandable to 9 with ghost loading. While acknowledging a high price point, the host emphasizes its superior performance and build quality over cheaper alternatives, making it a top-tier choice for demanding users.

This video provides a review of the Mossberg 990 Aftershock, a compact, semi-automatic, 12-gauge firearm. The review explores its suitability for home defense and close-quarters environments, contrasting it with its pump-action predecessor, the 590 Shockwave. Featuring insights from Mossberg's Senior Director of Marketing Richard Kirk, Guns & Ammo's Managing Editor Jack Oller, and Editor-in-Chief Eric R. Poole, the discussion delves into the firearm's design, its unique gas system, portability, and overall utility as a self-defense tool. The content aims to determine if the 990 Aftershock is a fleeting trend or a genuinely practical firearm.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Beretta AX800 Suprema, a new Italian-made waterfowl shotgun launched for Beretta's 500th anniversary. The review highlights its redesigned gas system for reduced recoil and faster cycling, the Steelium Pro barrel technology, and ergonomic features like the Kick-Off Pro system and adjustable grip. It also covers optic readiness and available camouflage patterns.

This video details the meticulous process of ammunition manufacturing at Hornady's facility in Grand Island, Nebraska. It covers the creation of bullets, starting with copper cups and lead cores, and the production of brass cartridge cases through annealing and hammering. The content also highlights Hornady's rigorous quality control testing on a 100-yard range and the final packaging stages, emphasizing their commitment to American-made quality.

The L1A1 SLR, a British variant of the FN FAL, was adopted by the UK military for its semi-automatic-only operation and inch-pattern components. It served through major conflicts like the Falklands War and was eventually replaced by the L85 bullpup. The rifle is known for its robust design and reliability, though original British-made examples are now rare.

This video documents a startling bobcat attack on a turkey hunter. The hunter's calls, intended for turkeys, attracted a bobcat which stalked and then pounced. The hunter's reaction caused the bobcat to retreat, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of situational awareness.

Vista Outdoor has acquired the iconic Remington Ammunition brand, aiming to revive its manufacturing operations in Lonoke, Arkansas. The acquisition follows Remington's 2020 bankruptcy, with Vista Outdoor integrating the brand alongside Federal, CCI, and Speer. The focus is on restoring quality, securing raw materials, and re-employing skilled workers to meet high market demand for popular lines like Core-Lokt and UMC.