Remington ShurShot Heavy Dove #6 Self Defense??

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Mr.XD9mm

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What do ya'll think about shooting a intruder with 12gauge ShurShot Heavy Dove rounds in #6. 2 3/4 length shells with 1265 FPS loaded with 1 1/8 oz's of shot.Have a full 25qty box would this be a great addition to my 9mmXD?
 
It would be devistating inside of 10-15 feet, past that it spreads it's small pellets too far apart to help insure any pentration. The biggest bird shot I would feel comfortable with is #4 bird shot, even then heavy clothing would restrict some of the penetration, but I would use it inside of 30feet and feel comfortable. I have used the same #4 to kill fox out to 45 yards with the pellets penetrationg to 4" through meat and a few pellets pentrated into the skull. Better yet would be #2's or BB's for self defense.
 
ask the VP

the vice pres shot his huntin buddy within 30 yards and he aint dead, stick to xx buck. It's put down many a bad man!!:D
 
Stick to buckshot unless ranges are real close and over penetration is a real problem. And, of course, pattern your gun with it so you know exactly what it will do ...
 
Do your research and make your decision based on data; terminal ballistics, proven performance. Personally, I would stay away from exotic shotshells. Other than slugs, there is a reason buckshot is mentioned more often than any other SD / HD / CD/ TEOTWAWKI load. Proven performance, effective measured terminal performance. When you hear advice to pattern the load with "your" shotgun yourself, they are not just blowing smoke up your pant leg. Each shotgun's bore parameters vary slightly so you need to find which load your shotgun patterns best, after you decide on a gauge. Some reading.

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