High Standard 10B bullpup 12ga semiauto shotgun.

Published on March 29, 2019
Duration: 13:29

This review provides an expert look at the High Standard Model 10B bullpup shotgun, detailing its features, historical context, and practical performance. The video highlights the shotgun's design evolution from the Model 10A, its intended use for CQB, and practical considerations like recoil and loading. It emphasizes the importance of using appropriate ammunition and acknowledges the complexity of field stripping.

Quick Summary

The High Standard Model 10B is a 12 Gauge bullpup shotgun featuring a non-reciprocating charging handle and a modular light mount. Designed by Alfred Crouch for CQB, it performs best with buckshot due to its brutal recoil and specific cycling requirements. Unlike the Model 10A, it offers a flexible light mounting system.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction to Bullpup Shotguns
  2. 00:34Mossberg Model 500 Firing
  3. 00:53High Standard Model 10B Overview
  4. 01:21High Standard 10B Features
  5. 02:20Historical Context and Reliability
  6. 03:16Design Intent and Specifications
  7. 03:57Loading and Safety
  8. 05:00Firing from Shoulder
  9. 05:50Channel Support
  10. 06:23Swiveling Butt Plate and Hip Fire
  11. 07:18Loading and Firing S&B Ammo
  12. 08:15Ejection Port Flame and Function
  13. 09:56Further Shooting and Field Stripping
  14. 11:26Performance and Design Summary
  15. 12:42Final Channel Support & Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the High Standard Model 10B bullpup shotgun?

The High Standard Model 10B bullpup shotgun features a non-reciprocating charging handle, a modular light mount option, a carrying handle, and a swiveling butt pad. It is a 12 Gauge semiautomatic firearm designed for CQB environments.

How does the High Standard Model 10B differ from the Model 10A?

The primary difference is the lighting system: the Model 10B has a modular light mount bracket, whereas the earlier Model 10A featured a large, integrated flashlight molded into the polymer housing.

What type of ammunition is recommended for the High Standard Model 10B?

The High Standard Model 10B is designed for warmer shotgun shells, specifically recommending buckshot for reliable cycling and performance. Birdshot is generally not recommended.

Is the High Standard Model 10B difficult to handle or operate?

While innovative, the Model 10B has brutal recoil due to its lightweight design and lack of a recoil pad. Loading requires a release button, and the swiveling butt pad can be a nuisance. Field stripping is also noted as complex.

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