How to Set Up Your Shotgun

Shortshot Tony explains why alternating buckshot and slugs ('candy cane loads') in a shotgun magazine is an ineffective defensive strategy. He demonstrates buckshot's immediate tissue damage and argues that slugs following buckshot are redundant, often passing through the same wound channel. Tony advises sticking to consistent loads like all buckshot for general use and keeping slugs on a side saddle for specific long-range needs.

This expert guide from Iraqveteran8888 details effective shotgun platforms and strategies for drone defense, focusing on smaller threats. It highlights the Benelli Super Black Eagle and Browning BPS 10 Gauge, discussing ammunition choices like 3-1/2 inch number 4 buckshot and the importance of drone detection avoidance. The instruction emphasizes shotguns as a last resort, drawing on combat scenarios and historical context.

This expert-level review from Shark Coast Tactical details the Beretta 1301 Tactical Mod 2, comparing it to the Benelli M4 and highlighting its features for combat and competition. The presenter, an experienced firearms instructor, discusses its lighter weight, faster cycling 'Blink' gas system, and ease of loading. Notably, the video addresses ATF import restrictions on higher-capacity magazines for the 1301, explaining how ghost loading can still maximize capacity.

This video explores various flashlight mounting options for the Beretta 1301 Tactical shotgun, including the Mod 2 variant. The creator discusses their personal purchasing decisions, provides close-up views of the mounts, shares their opinions, and demonstrates the installation process. The video also briefly mentions high-temp zip ties, prep pads, and sanding pads as related items. A link to a Beretta 1301 playlist and social media channels are included for further engagement and support.

This video from 704 Tactical showcases the Beretta 1301 Tactical as a top-tier semi-auto combat shotgun. The host, demonstrating high authority, highlights its 8-round capacity, oversized controls, and Picatinny rail. A live-fire demonstration emphasizes the shotgun's speed and reliability in rapid-fire scenarios, reinforcing its suitability for combat applications.

This guide details the process of creating DIY wax slugs from standard birdshot shells, involving cutting the shell, mixing lead shot with melted wax, and reloading the hull. The video demonstrates their significantly higher impact energy compared to birdshot, as evidenced by tests on cinder blocks and a Chinese PLA helmet, though accuracy is noted to be less precise than standard slugs. The host, an experienced firearms instructor, also compares their cycling reliability in a semi-automatic shotgun to cut shells.

This TFBTV episode identifies the top 5 most reliable firearms across different categories: Glock (handgun), Uzi (SMG), Mauser 98 (bolt-action), Remington 870 (shotgun), and Galil (self-loading rifle). The selections prioritize mechanical simplicity, proven track records, and resilience in harsh conditions, often outperforming more complex designs. The video highlights specific features contributing to their reliability, such as the Uzi's single moving part and the Galil's robust construction.

This review highlights five hilariously impractical firearms for concealed carry. It details the slow, complex loading of black powder firearms, the impractical size of the Mauser C96 and full-size .22 pistols for concealment, and the dangerous accidental discharge flaw in the Type 94 Nambu. The video emphasizes that while historically significant, these guns are unsuitable for modern self-defense.

The Ruger Mini-14 offers distinct advantages over the AR-15, including a lower profile, better stock trigger on modern variants, superior maneuverability with folding stocks, a longer sight radius, and a cleaner piston operating system. Modern Mini-14s also boast improved accuracy (around 2 MOA), cold hammer-forged barrels for durability, and optional all-stainless construction for corrosion resistance. While the AR-15 remains more modular and generally cheaper, the Mini-14 excels in specific areas.

This TFBTV episode reviews five excellent surplus rifles available for under $500, focusing on historical significance and affordability. Featured firearms include the Lee Enfield, Yugoslavian Mauser 98, Swiss K31, MAS 49/56, and a debate between the SKS and Mosin Nagant for the final spot. The discussion highlights unique actions, historical context, and the availability of surplus ammunition.