Home Defense 12ga?

[BC9696]

While I do own a limited about of #4 buck and Hevi-Metal1.5oz #2 shells, (for predator calling) I'm sitting on a crap ton of BB. Wouldn't 3" BBs be perfect for HD ammo? Using a Mossberg semi-auto.

Also looking for a locking wall mounted shotgun holder that covers the trigger. Closest thing I found was Hornady Rapid Safe Shotgun Wall Mount Lock w/ RFID but the trigger is exposed. Anyone found something like this?

[ErnstHatAngst]

Likely inadequate penetration with the added penalty of increased recoil and reduced capacity. #4 Buck for the win.

[Quiet]

IMO...

I would not rely on or recommend using bird shot for self-defense.
Although bird shot makes a lot of superficial damage, it lacks the penetration to effectively stop a motivated aggressor and in order to be effective, accuracy and shot placement is very important (head shots only).

#4 buck shot is the smallest sized shot load acceptable for self-defense.

I stick with #00 buck shot because its what I'm used to and know will work in my shotguns.

Whatever you end up wanting to use for self-defense, test it in the firearm you intend to use, in order to determine if the ammo is reliable with your firearm.

[BC9696]

I also have a lot of Fiocchi 3-Gun Match 12 Gauge 2-3/4in 7/8oz Slug Shotshells.

[Quiet]

Also looking for a locking wall mounted shotgun holder that covers the trigger. Closest thing I found was Hornady Rapid Safe Shotgun Wall Mount Lock w/ RFID but the trigger is exposed. Anyone found something like this?

Check out ShotLock quick access shotgun lock

[xblax619]

Check out ShotLock quick access shotgun lock

i would go with this too. i personally would not trust my life to anything electronic. although truth be told i have yet to bite the bullet on this because I?m still looking gor something that works with a side saddle.

and to address the first part: i like #4 buckshot in the tube with 00 buckshot and a couple slugs on the velcro side saddle.

[Dr. Peter Venkman]

No smaller than #4 for HD. Even then that's pushing it.

[BC9696]

Thank you, ShotLock ordered and am now shopping for 00. Is there a right and wrong way to load mixed shells (law enforcement style for clearing rooms) or is it strictly personal preference? I can carry quite a few.

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Also will be using this gun for SD in grizz country and am considering options for a low profile light and rear sight but damn there's a lot of choices! The ghost ring doesn't excite me and I'm unsure about an RDS. If you were carrying this for for variety of applications from 3 gun to birds to HD and SD...what would you consider using? Need a bright beam that can reach out 100 yards and easily removed.

[champu]

Thank you, ShotLock ordered and am now shopping for 00. Is there a right and wrong way to load mixed shells (law enforcement style for clearing rooms) or is it strictly personal preference? I can carry quite a few.

1) you have a mess of a google tracking / session thing going on in this post if you tried to post an image in it.

2) the wrong way is to over-complicate things.

[BC9696]

Thanks for the heads up...think I fixed it.

[W.R.Buchanan]

BC9696: go look at the top sticky on this forum titled,

"What I did to my Shotguns."

I discuss what you need to know about a 12 ga shotgun for HD, SD and Tactical Use.

I don't have anything on a Wall mount as mine sit in the corner next to my bed with a piece of Kleenex draped over the muzzle and covering the light so it doesn't get filled with dust.

Randy

[Subotai]

I use low recoil buckshot and slugs. Still works.

[ken5714]

Just do this ASAP, all excellent info on your issue..Good Luck


BC9696: "go look at the top sticky on this forum titled,

"What I did to my Shotguns."

I discuss what you need to know about a 12 ga shotgun for HD, SD and Tactical Use".

[sonofeugene]

I have double ought buck in my shotgun with slugs and more 00 in the Velcro holder. I have plenty of birdshot but would only use that if I ran out of my first choices.

Why use something less effective if you don’t have to?

[BC9696]

Not seeing the info I need regarding rear sight options and interaction with a light. I've read about problems with glass glare and light transmission on some RDS models. Not sure what direction to go regarding these.