The Best New Shotgun | Tactical Rifleman

The Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol in 20 gauge is evaluated as a viable alternative to its 12 gauge counterpart, offering reduced recoil and lighter weight while maintaining tactical features. It requires a break-in period of approximately 150 shells to achieve optimal reliability, particularly with birdshot and slugs. The shotgun is deemed a good value for its price point, especially for shooters sensitive to 12 gauge recoil.

This video provides an in-depth look at the new Benelli Supernova 3 shotgun, highlighting its tactical features and upgrades. The presenter, Roberto from Benelli, details the shotgun's 100% technopolymer receiver for reduced weight and corrosion resistance, a five-position telescopic stock, and an M-LOK system for easy accessory mounting. The shotgun is presented as a versatile option for law enforcement, home defense, and tactical applications, emphasizing its reliability and lightweight design.

This review of the Benelli M4 EXT, presented by an expert with Special Forces background, highlights its factory-integrated upgrades over the original M4. Key features discussed include its increased capacity, ergonomic enhancements, ammunition versatility, and accuracy potential, positioning it as a highly capable tactical and competition shotgun. The expert emphasizes its practical advantages and aesthetic options.

This video compares two Mossberg shotguns: the classic wood-stocked 590 and the more modern 500 Retrograde. The speaker highlights the aesthetic appeal of the classic wood grain but notes its lower magazine capacity (5+1). The 500 Retrograde is presented as a more modern, duty-ready option with M-LOK for accessories and a higher capacity (8+1), featuring a heavier barrel and updated design.

The Mossberg 590R Chisel is a 12-gauge tactical shotgun that can also serve as a turkey gun. It features a Cerakoted receiver, an AR-pattern grip compatible with aftermarket options, and a Magpul MOE Plus grip. The stock offers adjustable length of pull, and the shotgun includes Magpul MBUS sights and a Picatinny rail for optics. The barrel is threaded for Accu-Chokes, shipping with a cylinder bore.

This video presents a top 10 list of the best defensive and tactical 12-gauge shotguns ever made, focusing primarily on models still in production. The presenter highlights accuracy, reliability, and effectiveness for home defense, with a bonus mention of his personal home defense shotgun. The list includes both semi-automatic and pump-action shotguns from renowned manufacturers.

Instruction from Karl Erickson of Tactical Rifleman demonstrates a critical close-quarters combat technique: using a tactical fixed blade knife to create space when an opponent attempts to grab a pistol. The video highlights the risks of close-range pistol draws and advocates for a knife transition to safely disengage and re-establish a firing platform. This technique emphasizes anatomical targets for creating distance rather than immediate lethal force.

This guide details a Navy SEAL's CQC room clearing technique, emphasizing 'economy of motion' and precise footwork. It highlights the critical 'long step' maneuver for maintaining balance and readiness when entering a corner-fed room, contrasting it with the dangerous 'short step.' The instruction, delivered by a subject matter expert, focuses on life-saving fundamentals for tactical proficiency.

This guide details an emergency ammo resupply technique using a standard USGI 6-Pocket Bandolier, as demonstrated by Karl Erickson from Tactical Rifleman. It explains how to utilize the bandolier's expandable pockets, designed for 5.56mm magazines, to rapidly pack ammunition for field resupply. The technique emphasizes efficient loading and compact storage for integration into tactical kits.

This video provides an expert-level ballistic gelatin test comparing 9mm and .45 ACP defensive ammunition. Instruction comes from Pete, a retired USSF member, who details the performance of Barnes TAC-XPD 9mm and Cor-Bon Pow'R Ball .45 ACP. The comparison focuses on penetration depth, wound cavitation, and feeding reliability, particularly for 1911 platforms.