More Relevant Than Sig Sauer

Published on March 18, 2025
Duration: 21:47

This video provides a comprehensive guide to setting up a 12-gauge shotgun for home defense, emphasizing essential accessories and operational techniques. It covers mounting a side saddle and buttstock Velcro for efficient reloads, attaching a sling for retention, and integrating a weapon light for low-light conditions. The guide also details proper storage ('cruiser ready'), safe unloading procedures, and a 'shoot two, load two' combat reloading strategy.

Quick Summary

For home defense, equip your shotgun with a side saddle and buttstock Velcro for efficient reloads, a single-point sling for retention, and a weapon light for low-light conditions. Store the shotgun 'cruiser ready' (fire selector on, empty chamber) for immediate deployment. Recommended ammunition includes 12-gauge 2 3/4 inch Double O Buckshot or Number 4 Buckshot.

Chapters

  1. 00:12Introduction: Shotgun Myths
  2. 00:37Video Purpose: Shotgun Education
  3. 01:51Call to Action: Like & Comment
  4. 02:54Supporting Equipment: Weapon Safety
  5. 04:00Four Rules of Weapon Safety
  6. 04:12Supporting Equipment: Velcro & Side Saddles
  7. 05:08Fight On The Gun: Ammunition Access
  8. 05:34Violin Loading Technique
  9. 06:31Supporting Equipment: Sling
  10. 08:07Supporting Equipment: Weapon Light
  11. 09:34Kit Setup: Chest Rig Dangler
  12. 11:10Kit Setup: Body Armor Integration
  13. 11:50Ammunition Types
  14. 12:09Rifled Slugs
  15. 12:54Double O Buckshot (00 Buck)
  16. 13:51Number 4 Buckshot
  17. 14:20Why Choose a Shotgun?
  18. 15:28How to Load the Shotgun
  19. 15:54Storing the Shotgun: Cruiser Ready
  20. 16:40How to Unload Your Shotgun
  21. 17:50Confirming Shotgun is Empty
  22. 18:16Fighting with the Shotgun
  23. 19:14Multiple Targets Strategy
  24. 20:27Conclusion & Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the essential accessories for a home defense shotgun?

For a home defense shotgun, essential accessories include a side saddle for spare ammunition, Velcro on the buttstock for violin loading, a single-point sling for retention, and a weapon light for target identification in low-light conditions. These items enhance reload speed, weapon control, and tactical effectiveness.

How should a shotgun be stored for home defense?

For home defense, a shotgun should be stored in 'cruiser ready' condition. This means the weapon is set to fire, but the chamber is empty, with the breach slightly open. This allows for immediate deployment by simply racking the action when a threat is present, while maintaining a higher level of safety than having a round chambered.

What is the recommended ammunition for a home defense shotgun?

The primary recommendation for home defense shotgun ammunition is 12-gauge 2 3/4 inch Double O Buckshot (00 Buck). For scenarios in densely populated areas with thin walls, Number 4 Buckshot is a viable alternative. One-ounce rifled slugs are also recommended for their barrier penetration capabilities.

What is the 'shoot two, load two' technique for shotguns?

The 'shoot two, load two' technique is a fundamental combat reloading strategy for shotguns. It involves firing two rounds, then immediately reloading two rounds into the magazine tube. This process is repeated as necessary, ensuring continuous defensive capability while maintaining ammunition levels.

More Tactical & Gear Videos You Might Like

More from Trench Grenade

View all →