Shotgun
12 Gauge vs. 20 Gauge: Which Is The Better Shotgun Choice For You?
We compare the shootability, payload, and accessibility of 12 gauge and 20 gauge to determine which one is better for home defense.
Shotgun Upgrades Gear Reviews
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Video
Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical SPX [Review]: Rough Start, Strong Finish
After a rocky start, we got the Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical SPX up and running. Find out what fixed the issue and how this shotgun performed overall.
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Shotgun
Guide to Home Defense Shotguns [Ammo, Upgrades, & More]
We cover everything you need to know about home defense shotguns, including ammo selection, storage, and accessories.
Buyer's Guide
Best Shotgun Lights for Home Defense
Don’t believe the myths. You can toss a light on a shotgun and we’ve rounded up the best lights to prove it -- from under $100 to over $100.
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Buyer's Guide
Best Optics for Your Shotgun [Ultimate Guide]
An optic on a shotgun? Prepare to learn all about why an optic makes sense and which models we recommend you slap on your shotgun right now!
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Builds
[Ultimate Build] Best Benelli M4 Upgrades
What's sexy, Italian, and in our dreams? It's the Benelli M4 shotgun. Check out the best upgrades to make it the ultimate home defense gun.
Beginner's Guide
Best Home Defense Shotgun Upgrades: Stocks, Lights, Optics, & More
Have a shotgun for home defense? We choose the best 5 upgrades you need to turn your scattergun into an effective home defense weapon.
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Builds
[Build] Ultimate Mossberg Shockwave: All The Upgrades
Mossberg 590 Shockwave collecting dust? Learn how to upgrade it into a fun, effective, and lightweight range gun with our Ultimate Shockwave build guide.
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Optics & Scopes
[Hands-on Review] Bushnell TRS-26: Improved & Reliable
Is the Bushnell TRS-26 a worthy upgrade from the TRS-25? We hands-on review it for build, clarity, robustness, affordability, ergonomics, and more.
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Beginner's Guide
Best Shotgun Choke Tubes [Hands-On]
Find out what shotgun choke tubes do and the best ones for various hunting, clays, or trap shooting. Plus key maintenance and how to pattern your shot.
Gear Reviews
Best Shotgun Ammo Carriers: Side Saddle, Pouches, & Bandoliers
Need to carry more ammo for your shotgun? We hands-on cover the most popular methods from plate carriers to side saddles, bandoliers, pouches, and more.
Optics & Scopes
Sig Romeo 5 Review: 4 Years Tested
Looking for the best budget red dot? We've been testing Sig's Romeo5 for years and will cover its specs, features, and view-through.
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