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Home Defense Shotgun ammo
What are peoples choices of shotgun ammo for home defense?
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Re: Home Defense Shotgun ammo
I believe the consensus is to go with at least #4 buckshot or larger; birdshot may not penetrate far away to stop the assailant. Many people recommend OO buckshot. Slugs are another option.
Another factor is overpenetration; if you live in an apartment building, then going with the smaller-shot size (e.g., #4 buckshot) might be better. If you live in a house with strong exterior walls (brick or concrete), then larger shot sizes may be more appropriate. Last edited by awkx; May 3rd, 2008 at 03:49 PM. Reason: grammar
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Re: Home Defense Shotgun ammo
I use Federal Tactical 00 buck. It has a tight group even at 15 yards. It is reduced recoil so the velocity is lower. Not a large amount of over penetration compared to standard 00 buck.
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i have 12gauge K.O. slugs in my home gun, nothin like 1.5oz of lead
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I have Federal Tactical 00 Buck and slugs at the ready for my Mossberg 500. The sheer size and weight of the slug is simply devestating, but for many cases I think I prefer the forgiveness of the 00 buck.
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Re: Home Defense Shotgun ammo
Rem 00 BUck for my Mod.87
tested it last week at 10yds Opens about 6" total.
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Federal 20 pellet #1 buck for me.
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