Shockwave vs Tac-14 and mini shells

Published on September 28, 2017
Duration: 5:53

John Hickok compares the Mossberg Shockwave and Remington Tac-14, favoring the Shockwave for its higher capacity and perceived better quality. He introduces the Aguila 12-gauge mini shells and the OPSol Mini-Clip adapter, which significantly increases the Shockwave's capacity to 10 rounds and reduces recoil during live fire tests.

Quick Summary

The OPSol Mini-Clip adapter allows Mossberg 500/590 shotguns to reliably cycle 1.75-inch Aguila mini shells. This combination increases capacity to 10 rounds in a Shockwave and significantly reduces recoil during firing.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Shockwave vs Tac-14 Comparison
  2. 01:39Mini Shells & OPSol Adapter Intro
  3. 02:46Capacity Increase with Mini Shells
  4. 04:19Shooting Demo: Recoil & Reliability

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the OPSol Mini-Clip adapter?

The OPSol Mini-Clip is a rubber adapter designed for Mossberg 500/590 series shotguns. It allows these firearms to reliably feed and cycle 1.75-inch Aguila 12-gauge mini shells, increasing capacity and reducing recoil.

How does the Mossberg Shockwave compare to the Remington Tac-14?

The reviewer prefers the Mossberg Shockwave due to its higher standard capacity (5+1 vs 4+1) and expresses concerns about modern Remington quality. Both are 14-inch barrel 12-gauge firearms classified as non-NFA.

Can you increase the capacity of a Mossberg Shockwave?

Yes, by using 1.75-inch Aguila mini shells with the OPSol Mini-Clip adapter, the Shockwave's capacity can increase significantly, holding up to 10 rounds (9 in the tube + 1 in the chamber).

What are the benefits of using mini shells in a shotgun?

Using mini shells, especially with an adapter like the OPSol Mini-Clip, can significantly increase shotgun capacity and noticeably reduce felt recoil, making follow-up shots faster and more manageable.

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