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Old Guard Dog · December 23, 2008, 01:52 PM

Can't beat a Mossburg 500 or Rem 870 12 ga. with an 18" barrel. What is just as important is the load used. I am searching for a milder load that will deliver less recoil, and not accidentally hit a neighbor through a wall. I don't think 00 buckshot is necessary inside a house.

I have tried Aguila 12 ga. Mini-buckshot which is only 1 1/2" long with a dual load ((7- #4B, 4- #1B). Great load, but will not cycle reliably being that short. I think I will develop my own based on a 2 1/2" hull and use some filler. This will be able to be shot by anyone in the household without hurting their shoulder.

Any known modifications to the gun to get a shorter shell to cycle reliably?

Also consider first round less-than-lethal load, followed by the real one if needed. Might help with the wrongfull death lawsuit from the grieving family of the poor bad guy!!!

December 23, 2008, 01:52 PM	#39
Old Guard Dog Senior Member Join Date: December 23, 2008 Location: SE PA Posts: 101	Home defense shotgun Can't beat a Mossburg 500 or Rem 870 12 ga. with an 18" barrel. What is just as important is the load used. I am searching for a milder load that will deliver less recoil, and not accidentally hit a neighbor through a wall. I don't think 00 buckshot is necessary inside a house. I have tried Aguila 12 ga. Mini-buckshot which is only 1 1/2" long with a dual load ((7- #4B, 4- #1B). Great load, but will not cycle reliably being that short. I think I will develop my own based on a 2 1/2" hull and use some filler. This will be able to be shot by anyone in the household without hurting their shoulder. Any known modifications to the gun to get a shorter shell to cycle reliably? Also consider first round less-than-lethal load, followed by the real one if needed. Might help with the wrongfull death lawsuit from the grieving family of the poor bad guy!!!