Daniella

Being new to the world of shotgun..
What is the difference between all the shotgun gauge that is out there?
What do what and what do you recommend for self defense?

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matiki

This thread could get long.

To help reduce thread length, I'll link you to this page (note - the layout is horrendous, but the information is a good primer):

Selection of best ammunition for a defensive shotgun

I use 2 3/4" reduced recoil 00 buckshot in my 12 gauge home defense gun.

Fast Cloud

What he said...verbatum.

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Daniella

thanks..now i got something to read when at work

jjwestbrook

i use 2-3/4 12 ga. #4 buckshot 27- pellets

Colin

Reduced recoil OO buck is an excellent choice for home defense, although you will still need to aim it!

For bush carry, the Brennake Slug in 2 3/4" is a excellent choice for a smoothbore.

mrhutch

visit THIS SITE. to quote test results:

"In fact, tests have shown that even #4 Buckshot lacks the necessary penetration to reach the vital organs. Only 0 Buck, 00 Buck, and 000 Buck penetrate enough to reach the vital organs.

Unless you expect to be attacked by little birds, do not use birdshot. Use 00 Buck. It will do the job."

dukalmighty

I use 2 3/4 inch 00 buck in a 20 inch barreled home defense pump shotgun with some brennake slugs in the side saddle if BG makes it behind cover,i seen them slugs blow through both sides of a car not counting engine compartment,if you live in an apartment complex or an area where a slug once it exits your house can strike an innocent victim or penetrate another residence,do not use slugs,i saw a report where a neighbor shot at a possum and the slug hit a house going thru the wall and striking a bible in a closet.When i wasin my teens i shot an abandoned farmhouse in the front door with a slug and the slug went clear thru the house.

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00 Buck in my 'reworked' Stoeger Coach Gun

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Bline

I use 2 3/4" 1 1/2 winchester super-X buckshot. My HD Shotty is a 1917 Parker SBS Dbl barrel 12 guage. IMHO 12 guage is probably the best guage out there for versatillity and is used by LEO, Military, and sportman the world over. But use what you've got. If you have a choice go for the 12.

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