Choosing Your First Shotgun

When it comes time to buy a shotgun there are a few things to consider. In all actuality, there are many things to consider but let’s take a look at what I believe are the core items to look at before you make your final selection. Considering these few points can lead to you getting … Read more

Ammo Review: Winchester Defender 12 Gauge Buckshot

I’ve come to really enjoy reviewing shotgun ammo. I’ve talked about my favorite, Federal Flitecontrol, and reviewed the four dollars a round Barnes, mini shells, and more. This week, I ran into Winchester Defender buckshot at my local Academy and grabbed a couple of boxes to review. They cost roughly two dollars a round and … Read more

Shotgun Mini Shells: A Shotgunner on Their Advantages, Drawbacks and Best Uses

I love shotguns. I always have and I come from a family who used shotguns for hunting deer, shooting birds, and defending the homestead. In the Marines, I was one of the few Marines issued a Mossberg because I could not only use, but teach the shotgun. To me, shotguns are constant experiments in ammunition, … Read more

Shotgun Rounds: Your Tax Dollars at Work.

I stumbled across this video. If you can get past the cheesy music and the “we’re from the government and we’re here to help” way of making even the most interesting topics seem pretty boring, this is a very informative presentation. It’s also pretty long; about 18 minutes, to be semi-precise. If you’ve been thinking … Read more