One Shotgun To Rule Them All

Published on November 15, 2020
Duration: 12:14

This video details a custom short-barreled shotgun build based on a Henry Single Shot 12 Gauge, modified with a 16-inch barrel and chambered for 3.5-inch magnum shells. It explores its effectiveness with various loads, including waterfowl, double-aught buckshot, and slugs, and showcases its use with an HRT plate carrier and Maximus organizer.

Quick Summary

A Henry Single Shot 12 Gauge was modified with a 16-inch barrel and chambered for 3.5-inch magnum shells. It was tested with waterfowl loads, double-aught buckshot, and Fiocchi slugs, showing effective patterning at 20 yards and successful slug firing.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction
  2. 02:06The Custom Shotgun Build
  3. 03:53Henry Single Shot Base
  4. 05:03Barrel and Sight Modification
  5. 05:54Ammunition Testing Setup
  6. 06:00Waterfowl Load Testing
  7. 06:06Double-Ought Buckshot Testing
  8. 07:09Chronograph Readings
  9. 07:36Slug Testing
  10. 08:17Buckshot Patterning at 10 Yards
  11. 09:17Waterfowl Load Patterning at 10 Yards
  12. 09:36Buckshot Patterning at 15 Yards
  13. 10:03Buckshot Patterning at 20 Yards
  14. 10:27SBS Testing and Reliability
  15. 10:40Steel Target Safety Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What modifications were made to the Henry Single Shot 12 Gauge shotgun?

The Henry Single Shot 12 Gauge was modified with a 16-inch barrel, replacing the standard 28-inch barrel, and fitted with a fiber optic sight. The internal tensions for the release, hammer, and trigger were also adjusted.

What types of ammunition were tested in the custom 12 gauge shotgun?

The custom 12 gauge shotgun was tested with 3.5-inch magnum waterfowl loads and double-aught buckshot. Additionally, 2.75-inch, 1-ounce slugs from Fiocchi were successfully fired through the shotgun.

What are the potential legal implications of a 16-inch shotgun barrel?

A shotgun with a barrel length under 18 inches is classified as a Short-Barreled Shotgun (SBS) under federal NFA regulations. Owning such a firearm requires proper registration with the ATF and payment of a $200 tax stamp, otherwise it is illegal.

How effective was the double-aught buckshot at different ranges?

The double-aught buckshot demonstrated effective spread patterns at 10, 15, and 20 yards. At 20 yards, a good spread was achieved with all pellets hitting the target, indicating its utility for hunting or tactical applications.

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