Slam Fire Riot Shotguns (What Is Slam Fire ???)

Published on June 2, 2023
Duration: 15:06

This video from Kentucky Ballistics demonstrates the 'slam fire' capability of specific shotguns like the Winchester Model 1912 and Ithaca Model 37 Featherlight. Expert Scott explains that slam firing allows for rapid follow-up shots by holding the trigger down while cycling the action. While significantly increasing the rate of fire, the video highlights a substantial loss of accuracy and control, making it impractical for most modern applications.

Quick Summary

Slam fire is a shotgun function where holding the trigger down allows the firearm to fire each time the action cycles into battery. Shotguns like the Winchester Model 1912 and Ithaca Model 37 Featherlight possess this capability. While it offers extreme speed, it severely compromises accuracy and control, making it impractical for most modern applications.

Chapters

  1. 01:35Introduction to Slam Fire Shotguns
  2. 02:03What is Slam Fire?
  3. 03:02Speed Comparison Tests
  4. 04:04Less-Lethal Ammunition Testing
  5. 07:14High-Volume Fire with Buckshot
  6. 12:17Practicality and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is slam fire in shotguns?

Slam fire allows a shotgun to fire each time the action is cycled forward into battery, as long as the trigger is held down. This bypasses the need to release and re-pull the trigger for each shot, significantly increasing the rate of fire.

Which shotguns are known for slam fire capability?

Historically, shotguns like the Winchester Model 1912 and the Ithaca Model 37 Featherlight are known for their slam fire feature. Modern pump-action shotguns typically have trigger disconnectors that prevent this function.

Is slam fire practical for modern shooting?

While incredibly fast, slam fire is generally not practical for modern shooting due to a significant loss of accuracy and control. The rapid firing cadence makes precise aiming very difficult.

How does slam fire affect rate of fire?

Slam fire dramatically increases the rate of fire. For example, the Ithaca Model 37 was timed firing 7 rounds in 2.28 seconds, compared to a modern shotgun requiring trigger resets.

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