A .410 for Home Defense? Is That A Good Idea?
Shotguns in .410-bore have less recoil than their 12- or 20-gauge counterparts, but are they enough for defense?
Mossberg 500 and 590: America’s Defensive Shotguns
Since 1961, the O.F. (Oscar Frederick) Mossberg company has sold more than 11 million of its Model 500 pump-action shotguns, making it the most popular shotgun of all time, if not one of the most sold guns in any category, period.
5 Great Types of Shotgun for Personal Defense
While shotguns are designed to be versatile, sometimes specialized models are needed to fill specific roles.
New Shotguns for 2020
Shotguns are as popular as they've ever been, and this year has seen a number of new entries, including some from companies that might just surprise you.
WATCH: Mossberg 590 Nightstick
In celebration of the company's centennial, Mossberg outfitted its popular Shockwave with wood furniture for a classic look.
First Look: Adaptive Tactical EX Performance Tactical Light Forend
Available for popular Remington and Mossberg shotguns, the Adaptive Tactical EX Performance Tactical Light Forend provides illumination critical for home defense.
New for 2019: Mossberg 590 Shock 'N' Saw
As part of its rollout of new Shockwave models for 2019, Mossberg unveiled its unique Shock 'N' Saw firearm.
New for 2019: Mossberg 590 Nightstick
For those who want the classic look of wood on their 12-gauge firearm, the Mossberg 590 Nightstick is available in 2019.
Range Review: Crimson Trace Lasersaddle
How do you make the award-winning Mossberg Shockwave even better? Add the all-new side-mounted Lasersaddle from Crimson Trace.
Movie Shotguns: 8 Top Films for Scattergun Fans
Generally, Hollywood portrays shotguns poorly, but some films are better than others. Here are eight films our Shotgun editor likes the most.
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