The Revenant

This video demonstrates the process of sighting in a Vortex Viper shotgun red dot sight on a Mossberg 500 20 gauge shotgun. The instructor, Caleb from Brownells, uses Federal Grand Slam turkey loads at approximately 25 yards, emphasizing the importance of a stable rest and using a target with a shoot-n-see overlay. He details how to measure shot patterns, calculate optic adjustments using the manual's chart, and make incremental changes to achieve a precise zero. The process highlights the tactile nature of the optic's adjustments and provides practical advice for shotgun hunters and shooters.

This video provides an expert-level comparison of 12 gauge, 20 gauge, and 410 bore shotguns for home defense. It details the advantages and disadvantages of each caliber, focusing on stopping power, recoil, ammunition capacity, and overpenetration risks. The instructor emphasizes critical factors like shot placement, the necessity of weapon-mounted lights, and comprehensive training for effective home defense.

This video demonstrates pattern plating for four different shotgun calibers (12, 20, 28, and 410 gauge) at 30 yards. The instructor emphasizes that pattern plating is a worthwhile endeavor for serious hunters and shooters to understand their firearm's effective range and how different ammunition and chokes perform. The results show varying pellet densities and spread, with the 12 and 20 gauge generally producing denser patterns than the smaller calibers at this distance.

This guide details the 'push-pull' technique for semi-automatic shotguns, as taught by Matt from SYMTAC Consulting. It contrasts this method with traditional recoil management, emphasizing an aggressive stance and a momentary forward push with the support hand just before firing. This technique aims to significantly reduce felt recoil, enabling faster and more accurate follow-up shots while keeping the sights on target.

This guide details the setup and pattern testing of a Beretta A400 Upland Magnum in 28 gauge, featuring insights from competitive shooter Zach Kienbaum. It covers custom modifications like Kicks recoil pads and Briley end caps, the use of a ShotKam for filming and weight distribution, and advanced pattern testing with various chokes and shot types, including Tungsten Super Shot (TSS) for extreme long-range performance. The video emphasizes the 'square load' theory for the 28 gauge and compares shot densities for non-toxic alternatives.

Jane Brown Keller provides essential guidance on selecting the right shotgun shells. Key takeaways include ensuring the correct gauge for your firearm, understanding load weights for recoil management (recommending 7/8 oz or 1 oz loads), and choosing appropriate shot sizes (7.5, 8, or 9) based on target distance and desired pattern spread. This advice is crucial for new and experienced shooters alike to optimize performance and shooting comfort.

This guide details the operation of a classic American side-by-side shotgun, focusing on safe loading, firing at clay targets, and post-shot procedures. It emphasizes proper firearm handling and technique, as demonstrated by a high-authority instructor. The video showcases proficient clay shooting and safe gun manipulation on an outdoor range.

This video demonstrates advanced techniques for driven pheasant shooting, emphasizing the 'big swing' required for high-flying birds. Expert Jonny Carter showcases proper lead, follow-through, and rapid target transitions in a traditional UK game shooting environment. The footage highlights the precision and skill needed for successful wing shooting at distance.

This guide details techniques for indoor clay pigeon shooting, as demonstrated by a professional shooting sports content creator at the MSZU facility. It emphasizes safe firearm handling, fluid shotgun mounting, and accurate target lead/follow-through for breaking clay targets. The unique indoor environment of MSZU, featuring specialized acoustic walls and clay trap systems, is highlighted.

This video demonstrates advanced one-handed shooting techniques with an over-under shotgun, as showcased by Jonny Carter at Downlands. The expert-level instruction highlights maintaining balance and control during recoil, fluid reloading of a break-action firearm, and successful engagement of aerial targets. It emphasizes high dexterity and familiarity with the shotgun platform.