Hardware Failures, Over-Penetration, and Other Shotgun Questions with Steve Fisher

We asked Steve Fisher of Sentinel Concepts a few shotgun related questions. He had answers.
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0:02 - Intro
0:40 - Most common shotgun hardware failures
2:14 - Most common user-induced hardware problems
3:20 - Avoiding over-penetration issues with a shotgun
5:13 - Shotgun ammo capacity
6:37 - Why we have to aim shotguns
8:04 - Video versus in-person training
8:54 - Wrap-up
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[@A-staticCal]

"Everybody likes to accessorize these things like it's an M4. It's Not." Best quote for a modern fighting shotgun ever.

[@ALovelyBunchOfDragonballz]

Beneli: *sad M4 noises*

[@kyrozudesoya1829]

@@ALovelyBunchOfDragonballz Only thing I've done to my Maverick 88 is change the grip out for an M4 style collapsible grip.

[@mattwalters6834]

I like a light for mine, that’s it, really.

[@Longshot762x51]

​@@kyrozudesoya1829those blackhawk things are awful

[@philp411]

It’s nice to see the instructor interview to get a flavor of their personality and theory. I say keep this up.

[@BWolf00]

I agree wholeheartedly.

[@dimitri246]

Agree. Interesting insight from people who know what they’re talking about is good.

[@peanutarbuckle2879]

That's probably the nicest camera that's ever been pointed at Steve, something uncanny about seeing him in this high a resolution. Up til now I thought he only lived in real life and 240p.

[@ADJ1229]

🤣😂 Agreed!

[@mrtlsimon]

Steve is one of my friends that I know will tell the unvarnished truth. Too many people dismiss the shotgun because they have not developed the skills to run one effectively and efficiently. A well maintained and equipped shotgun used by a trained gun owner is a devastating CQB weapon. It's significantly harder to run a shotgun in a training class compared to running a AR/AK in class.

[@brianshuler6951]

Steve is such a good communicator that anyone watching this video should feel complelled to take a shotgun class and learn how to do it the right way.

[@GringoFusilero]

Love the shotgun content. Most gun channels ignore them, I'm glad you're giving them their due. Still a very effective weapon and a valid choice for defense.

[@davidhightower8811]

Hit the head on the nail!! I love my shotgun. When I first hit the streets in Huntsville, Alabama, patrol officers didn’t have shotguns. Eventually issued, they were the only long guns we carried for a good many years. I find it to be versatile and flexible to the mission, and easily a match for patrol rifles in most of the engagement distances faced by officers.

[@heeebeeegeeebeee]

Great format. I'd love to see Rhett Neumayer, Claude Werner, Wayne Dobbs, Darryll Bolke, Tom Givens, Craig Douglas or a number of other guys in this format.

[@LuckyGunner]

I'm planning to run into at least two of those guys before the end of the year, and would like to see the others before too long.

[@francosamericanmusings1560]

@@LuckyGunner that would be amazing

[@heeebeeegeeebeee]

@@LuckyGunner Good to know, we'll be looking forward to it!

[@paul7754]

1:53 '....like an M4 - it's not. Alright - it's a lot more violent weapon, a lot more violent gun...' - Paul likes that! Direct answers by a shotgun master - awesome! Instructors take note - the rest of you - 'don't be lazy'..... Nice job Chris!

[@mikeseigel6566]

I had to qual with an 870 in the CG (1988) We shot standing, kneeling and from the hip! Love a shotgun. I used one when I was a cop and still use one for home defense (I live in a neighborhood) and it fills my requirements w/o worry about over penetrating (#4buck) my brick home. “ A single round of buckshot to the torso almost always results in an immediate change of behavior.” Chris Baker

[@markall8641]

Steve is a great guy and an awesome trainer. He is not trying to sell you a bunch of crap you don't need. he gives it to you straight

[@artemas9336]

Took both his shotgun and pistol class in one long weekend in 2017, absolutely worth every penny. I still reference the notes I took those days and glean something new from them.

[@mannyaguilar67]

Thinking about doing the same soon in May since he will be in Crete, Illinois an hour away from me. Question. How tiring is it take the 2 day clases since I have an hour each way both days to get to the classes? Would it be too much you think?

[@artemas9336]

@@mannyaguilar67 That's kinda dependent on your level of fitness. I made it through the weekend with a 6 hour drive both ways. Had Monday off work and slept most of it! If you have the opportunity I would say go for it.

[@mannyaguilar67]

@@artemas9336 Thanks for the reply. That helps a lot in making my decision. I don't get Steve this close often so I will go for it and maybe take a day off Monday..

[@marksd5650]

Shooting my 1301 makes me giggle it’s so much fun, I just love blasting big holes in paper targets with Fiocchi low recoil slugs (arthritis). Thanks Chris

[@bsmithhammer]

"The gun is simple - it doesn't have to be complex." Sage advice. Too many people want to turn their shotguns into decked-out ARs (also generally a mistake, imo, but trendy). There's advantage in simplicity.

[@mattwalters6834]

Bingo, I really don’t deck out carbines or shotguns with stuff that I have no use for. Sights, weapon light and that’s about it.

[@tangero3462]

It was great shooting with ya that day! Learned a heckuva lot from Steve. Y'all, take this class, it's a great starter for learning shotguns. Learned a lot about my gun and gear, found that some of the kit I had wasn't right for me and wound up running my backup shotgun, a 5-shot wood-stocked Mossberg, better than my original defense gun. And Steve's classes are super affordable, I think I spent more on an Airbnb and gas than the actual class itself and the ammo I shot

[@flip97gt]

He is 100% right about everything! I've taken a couple of shotgun classes. One taught by Louis Awerbuck and one by Bill Davison at Tac Pro. Louis Awerbuck focused a lot on what was around your target. In front and behind. As far as bolt on's go, a good 18.5 shotgun with a 4+1 capacity can out-shoot YOU right out of the box. Bolting crap to it won't make you any better at using it. Check the basic boxes. A good ammo delivery system (side saddle/shotgun card/dump pouch), a good set of sights, a simple 2-point sling, a light and you're set to go to a class and learn without fighting your gear.

[@dtna]

Louie Awerbuck and Leigh Lambert were friends of mine. R.I.P. Louie and Pat Rogers.

[@clamum9648]

When I think of Awerbuck I think of that video "Death on Sunny Afternoon" with Pat Rogers (look it up). Gd what a hilarious video lol. "Launch a Democrat" just brill

[@rezlogan4787]

That’s an underappreciated comment. I swapped my magazine extension for a very durable light. That’s good enough.

[@jago668]

I prefer a 1 point on a shotgun. Either way, 100% get a sling.

[@avwillis5269]

I'm calling it now if this format moves forward. Daryl bolke talking about wheelguns

[@MajorHattery]

Great info from Steve in his normal no-nonsense style. Every time I see an interview with Steve I remember why I want to take one of his classes when my schedule matches up with his. Really good video, thanks for putting it up for all of us.

[@boyscout399]

This was awesome. Definitely more of these q+a videos would be appreciated

[@chefnp9600]

Love the interview. Almost nothing replaces the hands on training, especially from such a highly qualified instructor!

[@graywind4326]

Hunted with shotguns and clay games from age 12 on. I understand a 12 gauge pump shotgun and all its loadings. I can definitely ruin your day with one.

[@jaredffemtp]

Steve is an amazing instructor! His shotgun course is on my wishlist for sure.

[@johns634]

Great content from Steve! I took a pistol course with him in 2016 - helped so much!

[@yuvgotubekidding]

And this is just scratching the surface of the knowledge he offers.

[@bwofficial1776]

I get the impression that he's forgotten more than most people will ever know.

[@gospelofthegauge]

I went to Steve’s class in January, in California. Awesome class and instructor. I highly recommend his shotgun classes. And yes, please more instructor interviews like this.

[@decaf4me2]

That was great! Really enjoyed the format, and Steve's manner and direct answers. Cheers!

[@stevenrichardson4928]

I like the format and the length of the video- rich in content over a relatively short run-time. Thumbs up and well done.

[@sisleymichael]

Everything Steve said is solid gold there. Excellent video. I agree, take a class. I have one scheduled for February! I My last one, different crew / company, and really looking forward to this one. I have been shooting shotguns since I was a kid. I learned combat shotgun fist in the USMC at age 19. I am 61 and still training. Stay safe and stay frosty all you shotgun enthusiasts.

[@cougarmountainsolutions]

Nicely done Chris. And, Steve's thoughts towards the end - priceless.

[@BARaymond1006]

Great format, really like seeing the instructor knowledge and hearing what he sees on the range and during classes. So much attention to rifle and pistol everywhere out there. Shotgun is under rated in so many ways. Fantastic options for home and vehicle set ups. Thanks Chris!

[@tuihayes7340]

I really enjoy your videos. They are all so well executed and I’ve learned from each of them. I also enjoyed this new Q&A format and look forward to more. Thanks for the great videos.

[@barrymccown2370]

I’ve known Steve for many years now. In short: He knows his stuff. I don’t know of an instructor who takes as many classes as Steve does. No joke: If he’s not holding a class, he is taking one. He’s always on the road. He can take all that knowledge, sift through it all, try it all, work with it all, determine what is good info and what is not, and refine some and delete others. The result is he will teach us all the good.

[@zachaklysdefense2274]

Really enjoyed the class , and thanks for the great interview with Steve afterwords .

[@garyheaton9926]

Time well spent!! Thank you VERY much!! 👍😁

[@Graydog-sx6le]

I just love shotguns. I agree people have left them behind for AR platforms and for pistol caliber carbines. I get it they are really good but no one can downplay the lethality of a good shotgun. Awesome video. Thanks.

[@MiamiViceNarc]

Awesome stuff. Love the format.

[@davehunt8088]

Absolutely do more of these.Very beneficial and we thank you.

[@johncannon3593]

Love the video/ format - keep it up!

[@runlevelone]

Always appreciate you keeping the faith with shotguns Chris, it really is under served content in guntube. Would love to see a segment on suppressing shotguns in the future.

[@PatrickEvans84]

This was good. This is a good way to be introduced to reputable, vetted instructors and get more information on classes they’re holding while getting an idea of what their in-person classes are like. More vids like this, please!

[@kens17761]

Great interview! No one talks about the shotgun very often. Keep the interviews coming!

[@Havok-zp8ln]

Steve has a world of knowledge and love listening to him on IG. Always learning something. 😊😃👍🏽

[@tdgilljr]

Excellent format! Thank you!

[@jonshellsr.7900]

love this format! Thank you!

[@bat5917]

Loved it! Great Q&A…. Keep that going. Thanks!

[@LDR1100RS]

I do like this format. Great questions, Chris. Well done

[@WexWerxScott]

That was an awesome class Chris! Good meeting and training with you! Fisher classes are always a good time

[@sar4x474]

This format was awesome. Well done, Sir.

[@jameskennedy4984]

Steve is a great guy and a good friend. Glad to see you feature him.

[@pworker8124]

Good format. Good info. Thank you!

[@bradyreitz9398]

Aim for the pelvic girdle to reduce the chance of over penetration. So simple, so true. I'm not a shotgun guy, but this applies universally. Thanks for the video!

[@kevinguthmiller8510]

I've thought this was a good idea too, because almost certainly some rounds or pellets are going to be sailing past or through the target in moments when adrenaline is flowing, and if they are headed at chest or head level, well... Let's not pretend we are all going to accurately figure out our background completely in one or two seconds.

[@jacobackley502]

brassfetcher had (maybe still has) a video of a simulated pelvic girdle using sim-bone being hit by a 12 gauge. Absolutely brutalized it, a person would be quite literally physically incapable of standing after that.

[@alastor8091]

Veterans only go for headshots.

[@EvilGPT]

I love Lucky Gunner. A great website to a great KZbin channel. You are an invaluable resource.

[@bmwguy325is9]

Always good content. Like this format.

[@lfisherjr]

Great information. Steve always tells it like it is.

[@wesley_makes]

One of my favorite Lucky Gunner videos ever.

[@danielsuttles7452]

Yes please!!! Would love more stuff like this

[@farstrider79]

Great format, really like it!

[@roykiefer7713]

Chris, I thought this was excellent, I appreciated it greatly, and I urge you/Lucky Gunner to have similar presentations.

[@maxcactus7]

Yeah, this was flat out excellent, Chris! More of this, please.

[@laughingdog6010]

Good video, good format, thanks

[@driller4752]

Great video. Really appreciate Mr Smith’s honesty and him sharing his insights. Better than how-to videos.

[@kscarter1825]

Yes luv the format...keep it up

[@lamontcranston6999]

Love the format.

[@Nseminole]

Fantastic video. Steve proving once again- Wisdom over Knowledge!

[@bird289]

The internet is an awesome learning tool and you can learn a great deal by using it to your advantage and putting in the work to do your research. Still there's no substitute for getting out there and practicing. Great vid

[@Hunting-jr1mp]

223 and 12 gauge are two of the most versatile rounds for country folk, but 12 gauge offers large game stoppage.

[@frankr5443]

Chris, love your videos, and especially the ones about shotguns.

[@User-cc6cq]

Pure gold perspective, superbly edited.

[@gc5Hayward]

Oh yeah! Great format!

[@Cmal8900]

This is fantastic and really made me rethink my shotgun game, thanks!

[@thinman8621]

Had not heard of Steve Fisher. Q and A format introduced me to Mr. Fisher and some excellent information. Thanks

[@jasonmcclish2580]

Great video. Would like to see more of this style. Thanks for the content.

[@AlMacasaet]

Very helpful to hear from an expert and also, I am already one of your customers. Thanks for this post

[@davidkbailey]

Yes. I like this format. Thanks for the video.

[@mikepaz8385]

Love it Chris! Please do more!

[@rickhergott9815]

Yes, great format and very informative....

[@ronaldhowdeshell8628]

Good stuff!! More videos like this are very welcome!

[@gladser7401]

Loved this video! Keep it up.

[@PHLster]

Great info. 👍🏽

[@thomasbell7643]

Quite Informative ! Yes, More Please ! Sounds Like A Much Needed Class For Most Of Us !!!

[@frankhinkle5772]

That was excellent. I would like more of those interviews. Yes, get out there and shoot the weapon and see how you do and how it does!

[@tomg3903]

Yes, more of that type of format, very informative

[@JohnDoe-wz7lw]

Steve Fisher is a no bullshit guy

[@0dayExploit]

Great content in such a short and sweet package. Love the format. Only thing I’d ask is that you read the question out loud, so that I can listen to the video rather than having to look down every time there’s a pause in talking to figure out the question.

[@eldogg4life]

Thank you Steve

[@Timboykee]

I like this format!

[@CG-wk6oe]

Great video!!! Great info and I like his “old school” mindset. I will take training courses from him because of this video. When possible feature him more often!!!!! It is clear, when it comes to shotguns, he has forgotten more than most of will ever know. Thanks again for the great video from an expert!!!!!

[@FrankLadd]

Great points! I'd like to see more of these.

[@Gilgamesh347]

I’m late to the game here but I loved this format, Chris. Grazie!

[@clamum9648]

I see Steve featured a lot in another channel I sub to, Practically Tactical. Happened to meet some of the guys behind that channel when I took my first firearms course several years back with Michigan Defensive Firearms Institute. Been back once but need to do another!

[@claydodder2860]

Very much liked this video. You should definitely try to do more of these.

[@jolei6865]

Really good interview

[@BV-yz4bp]

good format. good concept. of course it helps to have an articulate and knowledgeable interviewee👍🏻

[@FrankPSF]

Can’t tell you how much I respect & appreciate all your content. I’m one of those rare guys on the left that happens to own a few firearms. It seems every gun related video I watch …. well, they all seem to have a political tinge. So it is so refreshing to address the issues in an adult & comprehensive manner. Thank you. (but I’ll still keep my zombie gun - lol)

[@Vares65]

Yeah, deff like this format. Great video thanks!

[@oncologyman]

Great format

[@victorrodriguez4474]

Amazing video, great info!

[@kelly2105]

how could we not like the format? good info presented very clearly.

[@Kodiac]

Love videos like this

[@rdh5961]

Great and informative video with all info and no bravado.