Bean bag rounds have been around since the 1970s. They even sound quite benign. On the news, you may have heard the term when armed confrontations are involved. They’re not common so a lot of people only hear the term occasionally. So, what is a bean bag round? A bean bag round is a 12 Gauge shotgun less-lethal round. They …
Does A 12 Gauge Shotgun Kick?
Of all the firearms most people fire, perhaps the one they think has the most kick is a 12 gauge. This bore of shotgun counts for over 50% of the sales in the US, so it’s popular. Many people hear scare stories, about massive injuries, but there’s really no need to be overly concerned. So, does a 12 gauge shotgun …
How Does A Shotgun Shell Work?
If you’ve never taken apart a firearm cartridge, it may remain a bit of a mystery. It’s quite an experience. 9mm rounds and rifle cartridges aren’t the only munitions that people want to know how they work. The shotgun fires the ubiquitous shotgun cartridge, but how does a shotgun shell work? In a shotgun breech the firing pin strikes the …
How To Choose A Red Dot Sight For A Shotgun
Choosing the best red dot sight for a shotgun is not easy. Everyone has different needs and personal preferences, so finding the right red dot sight for you can be tricky. If you know very little about red dot sights, it can be even trickier. Luckily, this article is here to help. So, how do you choose the best red …
Can You Fire A Slug Through A Full Choke?
Shotguns have many uses. From sporting clays to home defense has varied purposes. Chokes are used by those wanting either tighter or more spread patterns to their shot. As shotguns are also used for firing singular projectiles, a natural question arises. Whether a single projectile can be passed through a choke designed for tightening birdshot patterns. So, can you fire …
What Is A Sabot Slug? (And What Are They Used For?)
When you get a shotgun, there can often be a bewildering array of accessories and ammunition choices. Shotguns, while being able to be used in a self defense role, are also used for both competitive and recreational shooting. Typically they will be used with shot, more often than not, birdshot. The shot spreads effectively to take a clay pigeon out …
12 Gauge Slug Ballistics – How Far Do They Shoot?
As a style of firearm, the shotgun is both popular and versatile. It is used in a wide variety of sports, game hunting, and has very common usage in home defense. It’s a scary looking weapon to an intruder. Of all the gauges the 12 gauge is the most popular by far, taking 50% of the shotgun market in the …
How Far Will A 410 Shotgun Shoot?
The 410 shotgun is a popular little shotgun. As they’re smaller than the more popular 12 gauge they attract a wide variety of fans, from youth beginners to those after smaller game. With the smaller cartridge though, comes the inevitable question of power, and leads many to ask, just how far 410 shotgun will shoot? A 410 shotgun will shoot …
Do Clay Pigeons Dissolve In Water?
Clay pigeon sports take place in a wide variety of locations. While skeet or trap shooting is typically done on specially designed field layout, some clay shoots take place over water. With many a broken clay pigeon landing in a field awaiting the rain and the shoots near lakes, it’s an important question to ask, whether those clay pigeons dissolve …
12 Gauge vs 10 Gauge – A Comparative Guide
As if shotgun cartridges weren’t complicated enough, shotgun gauges produce more debate, even with experienced shotgun owners. Quite frankly, there are many opinions on the matter. Some are of the notion that the 10-gauge is better than the 12 gauge, while others disagree. Since there aren’t many 10-gauge users, it’s easy to get confused about the gauges and what each …
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