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These 1¾-inch shotshells offer a unique experience in comparison to their longer, more well-known counterparts.
THE CASE FOR SUPER-SHORT SHOTSHELLS
Measuring a mere 1.75 inches, ‘stubbies’ may be perfect for training, home defense – even some hunts. STORY BY PHIL MASSARO • PHOTOS BY MASSARO MEDIA GROUP
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uy a shotgun! Buy a shotgun!” Such was the advice of our sitting president when it comes to the defense of the home. While Mr. Biden and I don’t agree on many points – I could probably count those points on one hand with fingers leftover – he might not be entirely wrong with that
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statement, though I don’t see folks giving up their AR-15s anytime soon. Biden’s point was that the shotgun is easier to aim than a rifle and is a more effective weapon for self-defense. Having used both firearms for decades, I don’t entirely agree with him here, but as stated, he’s not entirely wrong. A shotgun can be a very effective tool, providing the wielder can use it properly and that he or she understands the facts and performance of the chosen gauge and load.
In film, Hollywood has shown us that the simple act of racking a pump shotgun will force potential enemies to their knees in surrender. That might not be the case any more than aiming a shotgun in the general direction of a target will guarantee a lethal hit. And training someone to handle a firearm in a defensive situation – where the shooter is stressed and motor skills are diminished – with a hard-kicking 12-gauge loaded with magnum shells can sometimes be counterproductive. americanshootingjournal.com 95
