Why the decline in SHTF/HD shotguns?

[VERT]

Might want to add the political cycle to that list. After the election we may be limited to 2 round magazines in our semi auto assault weapons. I wouldn't be surprised if we don't have to install bird plugs in our sporting only 870's by federal law. Once we are down to 2 rounds the over/under will be king again!

Well at least then I can justify that coach gun that I think looks cool.

 

[rhino]

Well at least then I can justify that coach gun that I think looks cool.

You'll need a good hat to go with it.

 

[BE Mike]

You'll need a good hat to go with it.

I heartily agree: Two Cartoon Barrels Baseball Cap by ADMIN_CP133759785

 

[VERT]

You'll need a good hat to go with it.

I actually have one already! That and a pair of boots made from tanned deer leather. Hey I was in college in the early 90s when stuff like that was cool. Now it's ball caps and redwings for this guy.

 

[The Bubba Effect]

I really like 870's. I shot my first deer with one, I shoot clays with one. AR's are just so handy and quick. I like the multiple wound channels buck shot gives, but if you are good with an AR, you can flat tear **** up out to a couple hundred yards.

For one shot at close range, the 12 gauge is mighty hard to beat. As Cedartop pointed out, we are generally not restricted to one shot.

 

[Thor]

I got my cool hat, cowboy boots and spurs from the Cav store at Ft Knox after the first showing of the Outlaw Josie Wales....caching, caching, caching walking down the sidewalk. I still have the hat and spurs.

Of course, when I mounted up it was on a tank.

 

[Thor]

As Cedartop pointed out, we are generally not restricted to one shot.

Or one gun...or one class of gun...defend near, defend medium, defend far. Check, got it covered.

I'd always grab the defend near options first...there's time for the others.

 

[BE Mike]

I just have to ask this hypothetical question: You are facing three armed criminals, 15 feet from you, intent on doing you harm. One is armed with a pistol, another an AR-15 and the third a shotgun. Which is the biggest threat?

 

[VERT]

I just have to ask this hypothetical question: You are facing three armed criminals, 15 feet from you, intent on doing you harm. One is armed with a pistol, another an AR-15 and the third a shotgun. Which is the biggest threat?

The one that is the best shot and has the mindset to kill you.

 

[cedartop]

I just have to ask this hypothetical question: You are facing three armed criminals, 15 feet from you, intent on doing you harm. One is armed with a pistol, another an AR-15 and the third a shotgun. Which is the biggest threat?

In that hypothetical the weapons they are armed with is almost irrelevant. There are too many other variables. What ready position are their guns in? Did one of them make eye contact? Can I move in such a way to stack them? On and on.

 

[Fordtough25]

I shoot one of my shotguns at least 3 times a week and am quite proficient with it, it will continue to be my hd choice. I still say use what you're best with and practice.

 

[randyb]

No one needs an AR.

Not everyone can handle a shotgun. The small framed, the elderly, or in my case I'm a 6 foot, +250 lb guy. I normally keep my shotgun at the ready, but due to an arm injury cannot manipulate it as well as my AR. Which with the right ammo is much better than any handgun and less penetration in housing materials. The lighter weight and less manipulation makes it a better home defense weapon than any of my handguns and my shotty until my arm heals.

 

[The Bubba Effect]

I just have to ask this hypothetical question: You are facing three armed criminals, 15 feet from you, intent on doing you harm. One is armed with a pistol, another an AR-15 and the third a shotgun. Which is the biggest threat?

Me, I am the biggest threat. I am the shark in the pool and I will eat them all for lunch. What do I win?

 

[rhino]

I'm more of guppy.

 

[indiucky]

Well at least then I can justify that coach gun that I think looks cool.

I got two, one in 20 and one in 12 with butt stock shell holders...They are my go to HD weapons along with my EDC revolvers....I have never felt under gunned...

 

[BE Mike]

Me, I am the biggest threat. I am the shark in the pool and I will eat them all for lunch. What do I win?

You win the prize for the biggest ego.

 

[The Bubba Effect]

You win the prize for the biggest ego.

Does it come with a cookie or (fingers crossed) an ice cream cake?

 

[rhino]

Does it come with a cookie or (fingers crossed) an ice cream cake?

If you can grow your ego big enough, you get both!

 

[Expat]

If you can grow your ego big enough, you get both!

I like ice cream cake... Dad used to bring one for the kid's birthdays back in the day.

 

[chezuki]

DQ ice cream cake is the ****.

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