Shotgun requirements

Bulldog44 · February 1, 2002, 10:57 PM

On a single-shot shotgun, what is the minimum barrel length? What about any requirements for overall length? What about pistol grips? Are they legal for civilian use? I feel stupid for asking these questions, but I tend to deal with handguns more than shotguns. I'd like to have a relatively compact (but legal) shotgun around the house for varmints and self-defense.

Dfariswheel · February 2, 2002, 01:27 AM

On all shotguns, the mininum barrel length is 18". The overall length is 26". As long as the gun meets those measurements, you can put a pistol grip on it.
Always give the law 1/4" to 1/2" over these lengths to be safe.

February 1, 2002, 10:57 PM	#1
Bulldog44 Senior Member Join Date: March 12, 2001 Location: Alabama Posts: 571	Shotgun requirements On a single-shot shotgun, what is the minimum barrel length? What about any requirements for overall length? What about pistol grips? Are they legal for civilian use? I feel stupid for asking these questions, but I tend to deal with handguns more than shotguns. I'd like to have a relatively compact (but legal) shotgun around the house for varmints and self-defense.

February 2, 2002, 01:27 AM	#2
Dfariswheel Senior Member Join Date: May 4, 2001 Posts: 7,478	On all shotguns, the mininum barrel length is 18". The overall length is 26". As long as the gun meets those measurements, you can put a pistol grip on it. Always give the law 1/4" to 1/2" over these lengths to be safe.