Richard Mann Mossberg

Published on September 24, 2015
Duration: 3:23

Richard Mann of NRA Shooting Illustrated discusses optimal home defense shotgun configuration using a Mossberg 590 with Magpul furniture. Key adjustments include customizing the length of pull for defensive stances, adding accessory rails for lights/lasers, mounting red dot optics, and utilizing a side saddle for quick access to spare ammunition, with a strategy for loading the magazine tube for immediate defensive readiness.

Quick Summary

For optimal control during home defense, a shotgun should have a shorter length of pull to accommodate a squared-up, 90-degree stance, allowing better management of recoil from buckshot and slugs. Recommended accessories include Magpul stocks, accessory rails for lights/lasers, side saddles for spare ammo, and red dot optics for faster target acquisition.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Defensive Shotgun Class
  2. 00:17Optimal Home Defense Shotgun Configuration
  3. 00:22Mossberg 590 with Magpul Furniture
  4. 00:32Importance of Shotgun Fit and Length of Pull
  5. 00:46Defensive Stance and Control
  6. 00:56Magpul Stock Adjustability
  7. 01:05Forend Accessory Slots
  8. 01:15Mounting Lights/Lasers (Surefire X400)
  9. 01:23Sights: Factory vs. Red Dot
  10. 01:30Installing Red Dot Optics (Trijicon RMR)
  11. 01:43The Role of a Sling
  12. 02:04Mesa Tactical Side Saddle Installation
  13. 02:15Ammunition Identification (Buckshot vs. Slugs)
  14. 02:27Keeping a Shotgun Ready (Cruiser Ready)
  15. 02:37Magazine Tube Loading Strategy
  16. 02:43Primary Home Defense Load (Birdshot)
  17. 02:51Quickly Adding Buckshot or Slugs
  18. 03:12Conclusion: The Thinking Man's Weapon

Frequently Asked Questions

How should a home defense shotgun be configured for optimal control?

For optimal control during home defense, a shotgun should be configured with a shorter length of pull to accommodate a squared-up, 90-degree stance. This stance allows for better management of recoil from potent loads like buckshot and slugs, enhancing shooter stability and accuracy.

What accessories are recommended for a defensive shotgun setup?

Recommended accessories for a defensive shotgun include a Magpul stock for adjustable length of pull, accessory rails on the forend for tactical lights or lasers (like the Surefire X400), and a side saddle (like Mesa Tactical) for carrying spare ammunition. Mounting a red dot optic, such as a Trijicon RMR, is also beneficial for faster target acquisition.

How can you quickly identify different ammunition types on a shotgun?

To quickly identify ammunition types like buckshot and slugs in low light, use visual cues on the side saddle. This can involve orienting shells with the brass up or down differently for each type, or using shells of distinct colors for each ammunition category.

What is an effective way to load a shotgun for home defense readiness?

An effective home defense loading strategy involves filling the magazine tube with a primary, less potent load like birdshot. This allows for immediate readiness while conserving heavier loads. Buckshot or slugs can then be quickly chambered from the side saddle or manually inserted into the tube when needed.

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