Why I Stopped Hating the Shockwave (And Other Stockless Shotguns)

Published on March 29, 2022
Duration: 13:18

This review re-evaluates stockless shotguns like the Mossberg Shockwave and Remington Tac-13, initially deemed 'mostly useless' by the reviewer. Through structured testing using a 'cheek pistol' technique developed by Rhett Neumayer, the performance in speed and recoil control was found to be nearly on par with traditional stocked shotguns for home defense. While shooter fatigue is a drawback, the semi-auto Tac-13 is recommended for its ease of use.

Quick Summary

The 'cheek pistol' technique, holding the grip near the cheek and using a 'push-clinch' method, significantly improves aiming consistency and recoil management for stockless shotguns like the Mossberg Shockwave and Remington Tac-13.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Evolving Opinion on Stockless Shotguns
  2. 01:00Demo Firearms: Shockwave, Tac-13, Nightstick
  3. 01:42Focus: Home Defense Context
  4. 04:10The 'Cheek Pistol' Technique Explained
  5. 07:40Objective Performance Testing Setup
  6. 08:46Test Results: Stockless vs. Stocked Shotguns
  7. 11:05Reliability & Recommendations

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'cheek pistol' technique for stockless shotguns?

The 'cheek pistol' technique involves holding the grip of a stockless shotgun near your cheek, creating a third point of contact. This, combined with a 'push-clinch' method, significantly improves aiming consistency and recoil management.

How do stockless shotguns like the Mossberg Shockwave perform compared to traditional shotguns?

When using the 'cheek pistol' technique, stockless shotguns perform nearly as well as traditional stocked shotguns in terms of speed, sight acquisition, and recoil control for home defense scenarios.

What are the main drawbacks of using stockless shotguns?

The primary drawback identified is increased shooter fatigue during extended practice sessions. Reliability can also be a concern, as demonstrated by a broken extractor on a new Mossberg.

Which stockless shotgun is recommended for ease of use?

The semi-automatic Remington V3 Tac-13 is highly recommended for those who can afford it, as its semi-automatic action makes it significantly easier to shoot and manage compared to pump-action alternatives.

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