Smyth Busters: Do Rifled Shotgun Slugs Require a Rifled Barrel?

This video provides an expert demonstration comparing shotshell patterns from smoothbore and rifled barrels using a Mossberg 500. Experienced shooters Barry and Eric from Iraqveteran8888 showcase how rifling significantly degrades pattern performance for both birdshot and buckshot at defensive ranges due to centrifugal force. The demonstration highlights practical insights into shotgun ballistics and effective ammunition selection.

This video provides an expert-level demonstration of different 12 Gauge shotgun mini shell types (birdshot, buckshot, rifled slug) by a firearms instructor. It showcases their performance through live-fire testing on targets, highlighting distinct impact patterns. The instructor emphasizes safe firearm handling and proper use of protective gear, offering valuable insights into ballistic differences.

This video demonstrates the impact of 1 oz rifled slugs on a dueling tree's steel targets, highlighting their reactivity compared to frangible slugs. The presenter notes the need for closer distances and careful aiming due to the slug's trajectory and power. The test involves a Remington 1 oz slug and an "Amazon special" dueling tree.

This video provides expert-level instruction on retro police shotgun training, emphasizing the importance of dedicated shotgun practice. A police training instructor details the ballistics and advantages of 12-gauge shotguns, covering ammunition types like 00 buckshot and rifled slugs, and explaining their effectiveness in various scenarios. The instruction highlights the shotgun's power and the benefit of multiple projectiles for less precise aiming needs.

Jeff Gonzalez, President of Trident Concepts, explains shotgun patterning and defines three zones: A (tight grouping), B (8-inch spread), and C (transition to slugs). He details the importance of understanding pellet spread at distance and provides a practical technique for transitioning from buckshot to slugs when engaging targets beyond the effective range of buckshot, emphasizing preparedness and efficient execution.

This guide details how to test the accuracy of a Remington 870 shotgun with slugs, as demonstrated by Hickok45. It covers safety, ammunition selection, target setup, and firing techniques for smoothbore barrels, emphasizing that tight groups are achievable without rifled barrels at moderate ranges. The video highlights the power and versatility of the 12 gauge shotgun.

This guide details the installation of a Geissele MK8 Super Modular Rail on an AR-15 platform. It covers securing the upper receiver, installing the barrel nut, gas system, and the rail itself, emphasizing the use of specialized tools and proper torque specifications. The process requires an intermediate skill level and careful attention to detail for a secure and functional build.

This guide, based on expert instruction from Brownells, details essential practices for proper ammunition storage. It emphasizes using airtight containers, managing humidity with desiccants, and maintaining stable temperatures to ensure ammunition reliability and safety. Proper storage is crucial for preventing corrosion and propellant degradation, especially for sensitive components like primers.

This guide details the process of upgrading an AR-15 from standard A2 furniture to Magpul components. It covers the removal of the A2 pistol grip and installation of the Magpul MIAD Grip and Magpul PRS Stock. The video demonstrates efficient assembly using specialized tools, highlighting the ergonomic benefits and adjustability of the Magpul parts. Instruction is provided by Brownells, a recognized industry authority.

This entry details the creation of a movie prop suppressor for a Remington 11-87 used in 'No Country for Old Men.' Prop master Larry Zanoff explains how the suppressor was designed to look homemade and was non-functional, with sound effects added in post-production. The process highlights the creative problem-solving involved in film armory.