OUTDOOR SHOOTING!!!

Published on August 30, 2011
Duration: 28:52

This video demonstrates a home defense ammunition penetration test using a 12-gauge shotgun and various loads, including double-aught buck, turkey load, and bird shot, against a closet door. The expert highlights the differences in penetration and pattern spread, emphasizing the importance of understanding ammunition performance and potential over-penetration in self-defense situations. The demonstration provides practical insights for selecting appropriate ammunition for home defense.

Quick Summary

For home defense with a 12-gauge shotgun, double-aught buckshot is a strong choice due to its significant penetration and stopping power, creating tight patterns. Turkey loads offer a wider spread but less focused impact. Bird shot is generally too weak and can cause malfunctions in semi-automatic shotguns.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Outdoor Shooting
  2. 01:11Lessons Learned from First Outdoor Shoot
  3. 03:08Destroying a Computer with Firearms
  4. 07:01Shooting the 500 Magnum
  5. 07:58Shooting the 5.7x28mm
  6. 11:09Shooting the Ed Brown 1911
  7. 13:14Home Defense Shotgun Ammunition Test
  8. 15:09Testing Double-aught Buckshot
  9. 16:36Testing Remington Turkey Load
  10. 18:12Testing Number 8 Bird Shot
  11. 19:19Rapid Fire with Double-aught Buck
  12. 20:12Simultaneous Computer Destruction (AK & 12 Gauge)
  13. 21:49Finishing Computer with M14
  14. 23:43500 Magnum vs. 454 Casull Comparison
  15. 25:45End of Day Recap and Lessons Learned

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best shotgun ammunition for home defense?

For home defense with a 12-gauge shotgun, double-aught buckshot is generally recommended for its significant penetration and stopping power. Turkey loads offer a wider pattern, which can be effective, but bird shot is typically too weak and may not reliably cycle semi-automatic shotguns.

How does buckshot penetrate home defense barriers?

Double-aught buckshot demonstrates substantial penetration, easily blowing through a typical closet door. The pattern at 30 yards is tight, less than 4 inches, meaning the projectiles are concentrated, which is crucial for accuracy and avoiding unintended targets.

What are the risks of using bird shot for home defense?

Bird shot, like number 8, is generally not recommended for home defense. It has low penetration power, meaning it may not effectively stop a threat. Additionally, it can cause malfunctions in semi-automatic shotguns, failing to cycle due to insufficient blowback.

How does turkey load compare to buckshot for home defense?

Turkey loads, often containing hundreds of smaller pellets, create a much wider pattern than buckshot, potentially hitting more of a target's body mass. However, buckshot offers more focused penetration and is often considered a more reliable choice for stopping power in home defense scenarios.

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