Hi, I've been on TFL for a while now, but I'm purely a handgun guy. But something I've always wanted to know, and I bet the answer can be found right here in the shotgun forum.
With a 12 gauge, at typical home defense range - say, 20 feet or so - what really is the best loading for self-defense?
I know that the ol' "00-Buck" seems to be the knee-jerk response; but is it really the best shot to use?
And would it matter if it's a 2-3/4" or 3"?
Just something I've always wondered, and finally want to actually know.
Thanks - Nick.
With a 12 gauge, at typical home defense range - say, 20 feet or so - what really is the best loading for self-defense?
I know that the ol' "00-Buck" seems to be the knee-jerk response; but is it really the best shot to use?
And would it matter if it's a 2-3/4" or 3"?
Just something I've always wondered, and finally want to actually know.
Thanks - Nick.