How to Make Sure Your Shotgun Really Fits You

If you’re not hitting with your shotgun as much as you’d like, odds are it’s because you’re using a gun that doesn’t really fit you. Gun-to-shooter fit affects accuracy and results more in a shotgun than any other kind of firearm. The problem is, most shooters don’t know the factors that go into a good … Read more

5 Good Reasons Why You Really Need to Hunt Spring Turkey This Year

It’s something I hear on a regular basis: turkey hunting turkey hunting is boring. Naysayers tend to drone on about the dullness of the kill, the small amount of meat and, in some cases, their apparent dislike of shotguns (yes, really). Well, spring turkey season is almost upon us and I’m here to give you … Read more

Things That Don’t Suck: WOOX Gladiatore Furniture for the Mossberg Shockwave

I go to SHOT Show this year with a plan, a list of booths to swing by, a pre-planned route, and a map. It’s a plan intended to maximize efficiency. What kills efficiency is when I find things off my route, things that draw me in and distract me…and I love it. A company called … Read more

Making a Real Halo M90 Shotgun

I played a lot of Halo as a kid, with friends both locally and online. Throughout the series, I’ve always been a fan of the M90 shotgun. Over the years, it’s changed slightly, but it’s largely been a unique style of shotgun. First, it’s an eight gauge, an admittedly a large and powerful option. Second, … Read more

SHOT Show: Number 1 FLITECONTROL Ain’t Coming Back…Yet

Prior to SHOT Show 2023, Federal issued a press release detailing a number of new cartridges being produced. Alongside several sat two new loads of Number 1 buckshot. These No. 1 loads were in the premium line of Federal ammo, and for many shotgun nerds, this meant the possibility of the return of No. 1 … Read more

Calibers for Beginners: 12 Gauge Shotgun Shells

Many a tyke got their first taste of a ‘real gun’ when they put dad’s slug gun to their shoulder and under the old man’s supervision, pulled the trigger. The awakening, for so many poor, innocent younglings, came rudely. Every November I get to watch little kids wearing puffy coats and gloves struggle to see … Read more

What You Need To Think About If You Have Different Guns For Home Defense And Everyday Carry

Defending yourself away from home and defending your castle are two different tasks, and for many people, that suggests different tools. But if you use different guns for home and personal defense out in the world, there are some factors to consider to find the best guns for the job. Regardless of your choices, the … Read more

Things that Don’t Suck: Defender Tactical HighBall and SafetySight

I love Mossberg shotguns. I have a fair number of them, and they tend to be my preferred pump gun option. They’re great guns, but they aren’t perfect. On Mossberg’s tactical shotguns, they tend to either use ghost ring sights or a bead sight. On the bead-sighted guns, they attach a low bead directly to … Read more

Gear Review: Defender Tactical Universal Minishell Adapter for Mossberg Pump Shotguns

I’ve talked a lot about mini shells, and I’ve experimented with all the varieties I can get my hands on. I’m still trying to get my hands on some of the Mason Munitions No.1 mini shells, but they are continually sold out. One of my biggest complaints about mini shells is compatibility. Recently Defender Tactical … Read more