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Why The Shotgun Is Best For Home Defense

When it comes to home defense, the 12-gauge shotgun rules your roost.

Fit for a King

His Majesty King Charles III has ties to a couple of interesting guns. 

Does Birdshot Overpenetrate?

Home defenders sometimes opt for birdshot, thinking it won’t overpenetrate. We put this concept to the test.

First Look: Winchester U.S.A. Valor Limited-Edition Ammo

Winchester ammunition recently introduced the U.S.A. Valor ammunition series, a limited-edition collection of military-inspired ammunition is now available in 9 mm, 5.56 NATO and 12-gauge buckshot.

First Look: Blackwater Sentry 12 Shotgun

Blackwater Firearms recently introduced the Sentry 12, a pump-action, magazine-fed shotgun ideally designed for law enforcement and home defense situations.

How to Choose the Right Buckshot Load for Home Defense

Defensive shotgun ammunition goes light years beyond “double-aught buck.” Here's a rundown of how to choose the right buckshot load for your purposes.

New for 2020: Rio Ammunition 12-gauge Royal Eco BlueSteel

Rio Ammunition is kicking off 2020 with cutting-edge shotshell technology that not only performs to perfection, but also leaves less behind.

SAAMI Accepts Two New Cartridges

In fall 2019, SAAMI standardized two new cartridge designs, one centerfire-rifle round and one shortened 12-gauge shotshell.

New for 2019: LTT 1301 Tactical Shotgun

The Beretta 1301 is one of the most popular tactical shotguns on the market, and the enhancements added by Langdon Tactical make it even better.

LAPD Selects Federal Premium as Duty Ammo

Federal Premium loads in .45 ACP, .308 Win. and 12-gauge shotshells will see service with the Los Angeles Police Department under a new, seven-year contract.

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