A Little Shotty (Part VI)

Published on January 15, 2010
Duration: 9:39

This video demonstrates a clay shooting session comparing a Mossberg 5981 Tactical and a Benelli Supernova Tactical. The participants discuss the challenges of hitting clays with Ghost Ring sights, noting that the Mossberg's sights were easier to use due to being less tight. They also touch on the importance of shooting clays on the way up and the need for a bent-rib barrel for improved accuracy with certain shotguns in trap shooting scenarios. The session highlights the learning curve and occasional frustrations of shotgun sports.

Quick Summary

The Mossberg 5981 Tactical's Ghost Ring sights were found to be easier to use for clay shooting due to being less tight, facilitating faster target acquisition. For shotguns like the Benelli Supernova Tactical, a bent-rib barrel modification is suggested to improve accuracy for clay sports, as standard tactical configurations may not be optimized for this application.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Mossberg Setup
  2. 00:08Mossberg 5981 Tactical Clay Shot
  3. 00:38Splitting the Bird
  4. 00:51Switching to Benelli Supernova Tactical
  5. 01:14Challenges with Ghost Ring Sights
  6. 01:32Epic Fails and Misses
  7. 01:47Taking Chunks Off the Bird
  8. 02:00Mossberg vs Benelli Score
  9. 02:26Not an Ideal Trap Gun
  10. 02:37Last Try with Benelli
  11. 02:44Need for Bent-Rib Barrel
  12. 03:04More Fails and Wasted Ammo
  13. 03:26Aiming with Tactical Sights
  14. 03:45Improving Aim with Setup
  15. 04:01Big Chunk Left
  16. 04:22Lots of Little Pieces
  17. 04:36Ready to Get Some Ready
  18. 04:51Battery Running Low & Benelli Confidence
  19. 05:23Mossberg Sights Faster

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main differences in sight effectiveness between the Mossberg 5981 Tactical and Benelli Supernova Tactical for clay shooting?

The Mossberg 5981 Tactical's Ghost Ring sights were found to be easier to use for clay shooting because they were less tight, allowing for quicker target acquisition. In contrast, the Benelli Supernova Tactical's sights presented more difficulty for this specific application.

What modifications might improve a tactical shotgun's performance for clay pigeon shooting?

For shotguns like the Benelli Supernova Tactical, a bent-rib barrel is suggested as a modification to enhance accuracy for clay shooting. This indicates that standard tactical configurations may not be optimized for the precision required in sports like trap shooting.

What is a key technique for hitting clay pigeons effectively?

A crucial technique for hitting clay pigeons is to engage the target on its upward trajectory. This means shooting the clay as it rises, rather than waiting for it to reach its apex, which can lead to more consistent breaks.

Are tactical shotguns ideal for clay shooting sports like trap?

Tactical shotguns, particularly those equipped with Ghost Ring sights, may not be ideal for clay shooting sports like trap. The sights are often designed for different purposes, and their tightness can hinder the rapid target acquisition needed for breaking clays.

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