Pt 1 "Combat Shotgun Shootout:" Remington 870

Published on July 29, 2009
Duration: 33:23

This video provides an in-depth review and comparison of three combat shotguns: the Remington 870, Mossberg 590A1, and Winchester 1300 Defender. Nutnfancy, drawing on decades of experience, analyzes their performance in various environments, focusing on lethality, limitations, and tactical applications. The Remington 870 is highlighted as a benchmark, with detailed discussion on its variants and features.

Quick Summary

Nutnfancy's Combat Shotgun Shootout reviews the Remington 870, Mossberg 590A1, and Winchester 1300 Defender. He highlights the Remington 870 as the benchmark, discussing its variants, capacity (6+1 standard, 8+1 with extension), and effective range of 25-40 yards for buckshot.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Shooting Montage
  2. 03:44Series Overview and Personal History
  3. 05:25The Shootout Lineup
  4. 07:02Philosophy of Use (POU)
  5. 08:51Lethality and Patterning
  6. 10:41Limitations and Tactical Pairing
  7. 13:16Remington 870 Deep Dive
  8. 14:16870 Varieties and Features
  9. 16:31Capacity and Magazine Tubes
  10. 18:57Weight and Stock Options

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key combat shotguns reviewed in Nutnfancy's shootout?

The video features a shootout comparing the Remington 870, Mossberg 590A1, and Winchester 1300 Defender. Nutnfancy also mentions the Ithaca Model 37 as another notable option.

What is the effective range of buckshot from a combat shotgun?

According to Nutnfancy, the effective range for buckshot fired from a combat shotgun is typically between 25 to 40 yards, depending significantly on the type of choke used in the shotgun.

Why is the Remington 870 considered a benchmark shotgun?

The Remington 870 is considered the benchmark due to its extensive production history, exceeding 10 million units by 2009, and its proven reliability and design that appeals to civilian, law enforcement, and military users.

What are the main limitations of combat shotguns?

Key limitations include their relatively short effective range, the bulkiness and weight of ammunition, and a typically lower ammunition capacity (around 6-8 rounds) compared to modern carbines.

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