Shooting the KEL-TEC KSG | 12 Gauge Bullpup Shotgun

Published on May 9, 2020
Duration: 9:34

This video provides a hands-on review and shooting demonstration of the Kel-Tec KSG bullpup shotgun, comparing its performance and ergonomics to a Benelli M4. The presenter highlights the KSG's unique dual magazine tube system, its 13-round capacity (6+6+1), and the operation of its controls, including the selector lever and slide release. Shooting impressions focus on recoil, cycling reliability, and the effectiveness of the bullpup design.

Quick Summary

The Kel-Tec KSG 'OG' model is a 12-gauge bullpup shotgun with a 13-round capacity (6+6+1) and an 18.5-inch barrel. Its pump-action mechanism and downward shell ejection are key features, offering a compact design with significant firepower. The bullpup configuration allows for a shorter overall length compared to traditional shotguns with similar barrel lengths.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to Kel-Tec KSG
  2. 00:05KSG OG Model (13-Round Capacity)
  3. 00:18KSG Variants (KS325, Tactical)
  4. 00:30Comparison Setup: KSG vs. Benelli M4
  5. 00:37Barrel Length Comparison (18.5" vs. 12")
  6. 00:49Optics: EOTech Holographic Sight
  7. 00:52Target: TA Tactical Steel Targets
  8. 01:02Ammunition Considerations
  9. 01:08Traditional vs. Bullpup Layout
  10. 01:12Introducing the Benelli M4 Tactical
  11. 01:36KSG Controls Walkthrough
  12. 02:06Slide Release Lever
  13. 02:13Safety Mechanism (Ambidextrous)
  14. 02:21Magazine Tube Selector
  15. 02:29Loading the KSG
  16. 02:37Tactical Upgrades (Selector Lever)
  17. 02:50High-Tech Customs Upgrades
  18. 02:56Recoil Expectations
  19. 03:09Shooting the KSG - First Rounds
  20. 03:27Recoil Impression
  21. 03:37Flinch Mechanism & Tube Switching
  22. 03:47Sustained Firing
  23. 03:52Camera Mount Issues
  24. 04:00KSG Performance
  25. 04:14Downward Shell Ejection Marks
  26. 04:22KSG Reliability
  27. 04:26Close-up of Cycling
  28. 04:33Wrist Guard/Shell Deflector Recommendation
  29. 04:41Loading Demonstration
  30. 04:56Capacity (6+6 2.75" Shells)
  31. 05:00Chambering a Round
  32. 05:04Action Cycling Demonstration (Safe)
  33. 05:11Dropping the Action Bar
  34. 05:18Shell Ejection into Tray
  35. 05:22Closing the Action
  36. 05:26Gun is Hot (Chambered)
  37. 05:28Unlocking Action Bar
  38. 05:32Bolt Capturing Shell
  39. 05:40Rapid Cycling Test
  40. 05:53Demonstration Challenges (Gun Angle)
  41. 06:01Closing Action Bar (Battery)
  42. 06:06Unlock Action Bar Again
  43. 06:10Ejecting One, Feeding Another
  44. 06:19Demonstration Difficulty
  45. 06:24Third Shell Ejected
  46. 06:30KSG System Summary
  47. 06:35KSG Functionality
  48. 06:39One-Handed Shooting Test
  49. 06:41One-Handed Recoil
  50. 06:51Painful Shot
  51. 06:56More Rounds
  52. 06:59Comparison to Triple Threat
  53. 07:10Recoil Feeling
  54. 07:15Transition to Triple Threat
  55. 07:23Shooting the Triple Threat
  56. 07:30Triple Threat Recoil
  57. 07:35Butt Pad Comfort
  58. 07:44Triple Threat Enjoyment
  59. 07:47Shotgun Lengths
  60. 07:5012-Inch Barrel Shotgun
  61. 07:58Transition to Benelli M4
  62. 08:01Benelli M4 - The Ultimate Shotgun?
  63. 08:06Benelli M4 Smoothness
  64. 08:13Benelli M4 Release Lever
  65. 08:17Benelli M4 Smooth Operation
  66. 08:25Pleasant Shooting Experience
  67. 08:29Benelli M4 with Red Dot
  68. 08:33Loading a Slug
  69. 08:37Bolt Release
  70. 08:44Slug Shot in Benelli M4
  71. 08:47Slug Recoil in Benelli
  72. 08:51Pleasure of Shooting Benelli
  73. 08:55Fine Time with Benelli
  74. 08:59Conclusion & Thanks
  75. 09:03Target Durability
  76. 09:07Armageddon Out
  77. 09:11Final Rounds
  78. 09:16Lighting Up the Target
  79. 09:20Shooting into Dirt
  80. 09:32End Scene

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capacity of the original Kel-Tec KSG shotgun?

The original 'OG' model of the Kel-Tec KSG shotgun has a total capacity of 13 rounds, configured as 6 rounds in each of its two magazine tubes, plus one round in the chamber.

How does the Kel-Tec KSG's bullpup design affect its overall length?

The Kel-Tec KSG's bullpup design allows it to have a shorter overall length while maintaining a full-sized barrel, such as its 18.5-inch barrel, making it more compact than traditional shotguns with similar barrel lengths.

What is the primary operating mechanism of the Kel-Tec KSG?

The Kel-Tec KSG operates as a pump-action shotgun. It is not gas-operated, which means its recoil impulse is comparable to other pump-action or break-action shotguns when firing the same ammunition.

How does the Kel-Tec KSG eject spent shells?

The Kel-Tec KSG ejects spent shells downwards. This can sometimes lead to scrapes on the firearm or potentially hit the shooter's wrist, making a wrist guard or shell deflector a recommended accessory.

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