Whats in your HD shootie? - Page 4

searcher 45 · November 3rd, 2009, 07:07 PM

870 with 18 in barrel 00 buckshot reduced recoil load

Katana · November 3rd, 2009, 10:24 PM

8+1 2 3/4" Federal Vita-shok 00 buck in the tube, 6 more hanging off the sidesaddle, and 4 more in the speedfeed stock on my Mossberg 590. Oh, and an M-7 bayonet if they get that close.

I figure if I'm a situation where I needed the kind of range or penetration a slug would provide, I'd probably have my AK out to begin with.

BikerRN · November 4th, 2009, 03:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by buckeyeLCPL

The only alternating ammo that has ever made sense to me was tracers mixed in with ball ammo for military use. I see the disadvantages of mixing slugs and buckshot that the slug will penetrate a lot more stuff than the buckshot. Also, have you checked to see if the POI was different for the loads you use? And the recoil from slugs is generally a bit harsher, I prefer to keep it as consistent as possible, as there is one less thing to throw off my shooting in a high stress situation.

I like keeping slugs handy, but knowing exactly when I am going to use them, by only loading them when I need them.

Spot on mate.

Biker

ExactlyMyPoint · November 4th, 2009, 03:39 AM

I believe (and I haven't checked in a while) that I have 00 buck for like the first 4 rounds and 00 buck magnum for the last few. I figured if the 00 buck doesn't stop him after 4 rounds, maybe something with a bit more umpf.

Rexster · November 7th, 2009, 03:19 AM

I have slugs available, but buck is in the mag tube. I would only use slugs in a very extraordinary circumstance, so for the purpose of the poll, I considered the slugs irrelevant, and indicated buckshot. The very few times I have select-loaded with slugs have been at work, on police patrol.

I have recently mostly used the Remington 8-pellet 00 buck load marketed for law enforcement use. It is more available locally in quantity than the Federal Tactical buck, and from my 870's Vang-comped barrel, throws a more consistently
"squared" pattern, with no fliers, than the Federal, which tended to pattern in a more vertical stack, with one flier off to the upper right. To be clear, I got these patterns with the Federal several years ago, and today's Federal Tactical buck may not behave the same way. Moreover, every barrel is unique in how it patterns.

Tom357 · November 7th, 2009, 04:24 AM

I use both, but don't mix. I keep #1 Buck loaded (7+1), and have a few slugs on the side.

xdglocker · November 7th, 2009, 04:54 AM

Benneke Tac HD Slugs in the mag [they don't overpenetrate and our LEO's use them for Urban CQB]..side saddle filled with Federal Tac 00 buck and a couple Benneke Special Forces Short Mags for vehicles and other crazy situations.

[ they penetrate]

gglass · November 10th, 2009, 10:15 PM

My HD shottie with Winchester military issue 00 Buck.

I wonder how many pellets would stay within the ring?

Bart · November 11th, 2009, 02:52 AM

Federal Power Shok 00 buck magnum, 12 pellet..nice & tight.

Snowman23 · November 11th, 2009, 02:02 PM

Hornady TAP 00 Buck in my 870. Alternate between 00 & Slugs when camping in the backcountry.

View Poll Results: Whats in your HD shootie?
Buck shot (all kinds)	114	69.09%
Slugs	4	2.42%
Both buck shot & slugs	33	20.00%
Other shot (Specify)	14	8.48%
Voters: 165. You may not vote on this poll

November 3rd, 2009, 10:24 PM	#32
Katana Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Clarksville,TN Posts: 487	8+1 2 3/4" Federal Vita-shok 00 buck in the tube, 6 more hanging off the sidesaddle, and 4 more in the speedfeed stock on my Mossberg 590. Oh, and an M-7 bayonet if they get that close. I figure if I'm a situation where I needed the kind of range or penetration a slug would provide, I'd probably have my AK out to begin with. __________________ "Stand your ground, don't fire unless fired upon, but if they mean to have a war, let it begin here!" - John Parker April 19th, 1775 Lexington, MA

November 4th, 2009, 03:39 AM	#34
ExactlyMyPoint Distinguished Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 1,915	I believe (and I haven't checked in a while) that I have 00 buck for like the first 4 rounds and 00 buck magnum for the last few. I figured if the 00 buck doesn't stop him after 4 rounds, maybe something with a bit more umpf. __________________ Article II, Section I of the U.S. Constitution: I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States.

November 7th, 2009, 04:24 AM	#36
Tom357 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Richmond VA Posts: 871	I use both, but don't mix. I keep #1 Buck loaded (7+1), and have a few slugs on the side. __________________ - Tom You have the power to donate life.

November 7th, 2009, 04:54 AM	#37
xdglocker Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: CT Posts: 70	Benneke Tac HD Slugs in the mag [they don't overpenetrate and our LEO's use them for Urban CQB]..side saddle filled with Federal Tac 00 buck and a couple Benneke Special Forces Short Mags for vehicles and other crazy situations.[ they penetrate] __________________ Bob Glock 30sf SA-XDm40 Ruger LCP Remington 870 HD "I'm not Paranoid.....I'm Prepared"--SGT T

November 3rd, 2009, 07:07 PM	#31
searcher 45 Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TEXAS Posts: 436	870 with 18 in barrel 00 buckshot reduced recoil load

November 7th, 2009, 03:19 AM	#35
Rexster Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: SE Texas Posts: 895	I have slugs available, but buck is in the mag tube. I would only use slugs in a very extraordinary circumstance, so for the purpose of the poll, I considered the slugs irrelevant, and indicated buckshot. The very few times I have select-loaded with slugs have been at work, on police patrol. I have recently mostly used the Remington 8-pellet 00 buck load marketed for law enforcement use. It is more available locally in quantity than the Federal Tactical buck, and from my 870's Vang-comped barrel, throws a more consistently "squared" pattern, with no fliers, than the Federal, which tended to pattern in a more vertical stack, with one flier off to the upper right. To be clear, I got these patterns with the Federal several years ago, and today's Federal Tactical buck may not behave the same way. Moreover, every barrel is unique in how it patterns.

November 10th, 2009, 10:15 PM	#38
gglass Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Indiana Posts: 204	My HD shottie with Winchester military issue 00 Buck. I wonder how many pellets would stay within the ring? __________________ "Let me guess... This isn't about the alcohol or tobacco."

November 11th, 2009, 02:52 AM	#39
Bart Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 338	Federal Power Shok 00 buck magnum, 12 pellet..nice & tight.

November 11th, 2009, 02:02 PM	#40
Snowman23 Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Utah - PC Posts: 53	Hornady TAP 00 Buck in my 870. Alternate between 00 & Slugs when camping in the backcountry.

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