Is This The Best Shotgun Setup For Home Defense? - Benelli M4

Home Defense Shotgun Benelli M4
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In this episode of Skills and Drills, I'm diving deep into the world of home defense shotguns with Instructor Larry from Broaduss Defense.
We're putting my Benelli M4 setup to the test and getting expert insights on what truly makes a home defense shotgun effective.
With Larry's extensive military background, his knowledge is second to none when it comes to optimizing these tools for protection.
Join us as we break down every detail, from accessories to tactics, and find out if my setup meets the mark.
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[@paulmourgos5990]

As a retired cop with 31 yrs, the only suggestion I would add would be to add a pistol on ur side whenever searching with a shotgun. Then, if during the search, there’s ever a struggle over the shotgun, u can disengage and immediately revert to the pistol.

[@joshmajor8662]

Great point!!! BUT 99.9% of people will never do that Lol 😂 I agree, but it’ll never happen.

[@frostriver4547]

Sling it

[@emkay952]

THIS! When I take carbine training we always train with a side arm and work transitions. My edc handgun rarely leaves my body so I have a set up where I can quickly and easily holster my side arm and get my rifle sling on. Dry practice is KEY (and free lol) I started running drills on opening and accessing my safe in total darkeness before my first gun was even in my possession then moved on to doing the same with holstering the handgun and grabbing rifle or shotgun quickly, quietly and efficiently. These can all be life savers once locked into muscle memory. One last thing is how you walk and move your feet! Step/ roll softly heel to toe and NEVER EVER EVER cross one leg over the other traveling sideways! A simple side to side step without your ankles/feet crossing will prevent any chance of getting tangled up, making more noise than necessary and God forbid tripping and giving away your location and tactical advantage. Train smart and stay safe guys!

[@mattgrisham9058]

How does one sight in a red dot on a shotgun? Slugs?

[@gmennc2648]

Great point, but I’d imagine that’s be hard to do when you here that bump in the night at 3:30 AM and you wake up in your boxers.

[@jymesbynd4931]

On my Berrera 1301 Tactical I added a red dot and a light. It is absolutely ready to go. After several shotgun training courses and months of self training, I am now a true believer in the shotgun as a very diverse and extremely effective tool.

[@KalashZikov]

Have you found Trench Grenade yet? He has a lot of great shotgun content and he'd agree with you.

[@jymesbynd4931]

@@KalashZikov Thx, I'll check it out

[@fearrogue]

Sky Net

[@clintkees6158]

@@deltalimaactual the 1301 i got was done by ltt and is damn near the same price as a local m4 except unlike my 1301 the m4 is basic and not tricked at all asides the color which was od green...

[@adrnacad3434]

*Beretta

[@DavidSanchez-bv5tu]

Benelli M4 , best purchase I ever made , quality reliable. Accurate , easy to use . It’s not meant for anyone who makes excuses not to own one.

[@acrispywaffleiron4014]

Here's an excuse. Am poor

[@tetedur377]

@@acrispywaffleiron4014 Give up some vices.

[@unclegene5372]

It’s worth every penny. Absolutely love mine. Three inch magnum buck kicks about like an AK. Wonderful weapon

[@acrispywaffleiron4014]

@@tetedur377 Like eating?

[@garygrant91]

@@tetedur377 I am poor. I refuse to give up any of my vices. I own a tricked out, 922r compliant, Benelli M4. Where there is a will, there is a way.

[@scarmenl]

What is the best defense shotgun? The one you own and are good at using!

[@doorkicker8507]

Best answer

[@stevewhisperer6609]

Love the Benelli M4! A second vote for a good sling. I have a custom sling from Blue Force Gear on my Benelli M4. They're bomb-proof and compliment the M4 perfectly.

[@ScrappyXFL]

"bomb-proof" 🤣that's going to be the least of your worries

[@josephgillilan3548]

I got a Remington pump with a tube extension, flashlight, and sling, im running number 4shot and 00 shot. I can fit around 8 or 7 depends on the shell length.

[@Wr3ckZ]

Also, I humbly recommend the 'Youth Model' butt stock. Knocks a little bit off the length of pull, which helps tighten up your grip/control of the SG.

[@matthewmckenna4436]

He's had a Benelli 12-gauge growing up as a kid, that I used for hunting I absolutely loved it.

[@hoffmiermp]

Absolutely, I used my M4 dove/quail hunting a few times.

[@paulis7319]

@@hoffmiermp I used to hunt dove and quail with a Remington 1100. The main reason I stopped is because it's a pain in the ass to pick all the bird shot out of the meat. lol

[@durango8882]

How about an exotic Maverick 88 sawed to 19’?

[@dtna]

One thing you should consider is a sling. Very important, unless you want to place your shotgun on the ground. Any two point sling, where you can even do an "African carry" or an "American carry" if you have to. Also, buy a case of 00 buck and look at your pattern at 10, 15, 20 and 25 yards. You don't want any fliers, take pictures if you have to. 00 buck can be inconsistent and vary by lot. So if you buy a case, then they will likely be the same. This is what I was told to me by Louis Awerbuck (RIP), who was once the chief rangemaster of the Gunsite Academy.

[@dashcammer4322]

He probably doesn't have a sling manufacturer as a sponsor.

[@chiefkc2002]

The average home cant afford a Benelli M4. Mossberg 590 for the win.

[@d7dun1010]

While I am lucky enough to have the m4 and 1301LTT, I agree my 590a1 is just fine and I am well armed with any of the three mentioned. Enjoy your 590 as it will serve you well!

[@LosDoyerss]

Turkinelli.

[@wolf-ls7jx]

With bayonet, and side saddle.

[@jamievarni1530]

True - a fine solution.

[@Realasadonut]

Thinking the same thing

[@maxmccain8950]

I shoot skeet often and am used to pointing the shotgun at moving targets. I have a Big Dot front sight from XS on mine and find that perfectly adequate for my needs inside and around my home.

[@mhicaoidh1]

Big Dot on a 12 gauge is the way!

[@carl6153]

Good job and I very much appreciate your knowledgeable opinions on all types of guns and the best options for them in various situations. Also I am very appreciative of your hard work in advancing knowledge of firearms and the political situations that are unfolding around the country. Thank you so much for all your hard work and support!

[@SloneSupreme316]

Bennilli is good if you got the money. For those who cant afford id recommend Mossberg's Tactical 930 or 940 semi automatic shotguns.

[@catman4x466]

I own a M4 and a Beretta 1301 and like them , but my Mossberg 930 is my go to shotgun…..

[@hks956]

Yeah I like to think of defensive weapons as disposable. Glocks and M&Ps and mossberg 500s or mavericks. Whatever you use is going to be taken as evidence anyway maybe for good. I'd hate for someone that doesn't have much money to think you need to save up 2 grand for a single weapon. I can't imagine losing a 3 thousand dollar custom 1911 because some crack head broke in through my window. Let the plastic guns do the work and leave the toys in the safe.

[@SloneSupreme316]

@@hks956 agree

[@natejackson4791]

Why is it always about the latest and greatest. I've had a Mossberg 500 for nearly 40 years. Many others have the Remington Pump or Auto Loader. Proven and time tested. Mine has 1000s through it from trap to deer loads and many nights standing a post outside my home.

[@kennywise237]

Because to them it's not the latest "Gucci" gear.

[@MylesKillis]

Because it’s better

[@mrbm9222]

Would you rather have a 22 revolver or an AR for home defense. It's never wrong to do better. I will say that if what you've got, works as good as semi auto shotgun for you, then stick to what you've got.

[@Nolandoyourshit]

I love my Benelli m1014.

[@RosaParksWasWyt]

Same. We’re brothers now. You and I. Do you feel it? Our tips touching?

[@Nolandoyourshit]

@@RosaParksWasWyt 👉👈 oh yeah baby.

[@KuostA]

cute yall@@RosaParksWasWyt

[@midnightkilla45]

The first shotgun I fired was the Benelli M4 (M1014 USMC). I eventually bought 1 during the COVID era for 2200. Overall the money I spent adds up to over 3 grand. I eventually sold that shotgun and later bought an A300 Ultima Patrol. Out of the box that weapon is everything you want for a combat/home defense shotgun and for only 1 grand. I added a surefire x300u and an aimpoint acro p2. Still less money than a base Benelli M4. I know some are going to say that the 1301 and M4 have a better operating system. They’re absolutely right but we all know that most likely we won’t be able to outrun the gun. Save your money and get a better package deal. Or not and go spend the money for the Benelli M4 name and then stick it in the safe cause that gun ain’t going get used like it should.

[@clintkees6158]

i paid a pretty penny for my custom 1301 and i dont intend to baby it at all. asides good cleaning and the such but i like my firearms to be clean and ready to rock. even with it in bronze i am not worried about scratches or anything else if it needs used it gets used no tears here. got it for a purpose while keeping my mind open to more possibilities it might serve in. i like things to have multiple purposes so it can meet more ends.

[@JW-fq1ec]

Nice to know that the Benelli M4 will still be around in 180 years!

[@mrbm9222]

It's weird when someone puts down such a nice piece of art to say they spent too much, so they sold it for less, then bought a cheaper gun. If you bought a gun to keep in a cabinet, you bought a trophy. I bought the M4 for multiple reasons. I don't like glocks and think there are multiple flaws for why people like them. I don't like them, but if someone else does better shooting than i do, i can't explain to them why they shouldn't like them. To each they're own. - Semper Fi

[@cornfedchris58]

The push-pull technique is another necessity when using a shotgun

[@dtna]

Thank you, Rob Haught!

[@rimfirejunkie7427]

Sorry, no. P/P doesnt change any recoil, it just adds tension to the shooting system. It is a flashy range technique but in the real world you will be doing other stuff with your 'push' hand, like opening doors, activating lights, holding a phone etc. End of the day, action / reaction, recoil still travels into your body and is absorbed by mass and feet to floor traction P/P just makes you tired faster.

[@ih8thishandle]

Nice. I did research and came up with nearly three same plan as you. I've got a Beretta 1301 Tactical. Extended tube with full length Briley m-lok handguard with a 2000 lumen light directly underneath on a quick release mount and a remote switch on the right side with the cable managed. Vickers sling mounted to the buttstock and two QD Mount locations on the left side of the handguard. Two Briley stage savers on the right side for specialty rounds and a Holosun HE510C-GR Open Reflex Sight. I'm working on customizing a velcro shell strip that will hold 6-8 rounds which can be easily swapped out when emptied. The most important thing of all is practicing on loading a beast like the Beretta 1301T or the Benelli M4 because they will let loose rounds quicker than you realize. Lol

[@jcc6356]

I just bought my Benelli M4 tactical Super 90 and I'm so happy. Can't wait to try it

[@nopelindoputraperkasa5869]

Very useful and informative... great.... thanks for sharing... God Bless you Greetings from a traditional Indonesian gold prospector 🇮🇩🌸👍👍

[@JSFGuy]

You haven't even watched it yet to know if it's informative? What a silly comment.

[@josehuerta9624]

I think a configuration listed out would do your community good because if anyone else on here is like me they are able to do the research but they just dont know where to begin. Love your content, ive seen you on a couple of interviews and hope you keep kicking tail and educate the ignorant😎.

[@SamDhami]

Always putting out good content!!

[@airfiero4772]

I own a Benelli M4 and I love it. Great for home defense, very enjoyable for short range target/skeet shooting. With the pistol grip, recoil is negligible.

[@tetedur377]

A close friend has one; I've fired it shooting skeet and I love the M4.

[@Excalibur01]

I had an argument with a dude who prefers the plastic side saddle because for him, it's stable but I picked velcro on mine simply because I can rip it off and put a new one right away

[@MalefaxTheBlack]

Colion, maybe cover some more affordable set-ups?… We’re not all lawyers who can drop 3.5K on a shotgun when we like.

[@jimmysmith3255]

I'm a mechanic, and own a m2, m4 , 1301, 590 retrograde mossberg, and shockwave 20 gauge. I'm not rich by any means , I guess it depends on your priorities. I good shotgun can be passed down to family. I can say you can't go wrong with mossberg. Extremely reliable, semi or pump. For the money.

[@DeenoDice]

@@jimmysmith3255do you recommend the 590a1 or 1301 for Texas farm/home defense?

[@jimmysmith3255]

@@DeenoDice I think it would be just up to you, personal preference. If you can afford it 1301, but you can't go wrong with the 590 either. My personal preference is semi automatic.

[@CaptainRudy4021]

I'd argue the beretta 1301 tactical. Not as bougie as the bennelli m4, but arguably just as reliable and easy to fire.

[@ariacurran8330]

100%agree, sir!

[@torment12345]

agreed. went away from my benelli m4 and to a Langdon tactical 1301 and its been lighter and just as easy to shoot.

[@jymesbynd4931]

I have not shot , a Benelli M4, however, I have the Beretta 1301 and a Mossberg 930. Haven’t even thought about the Mossberg since. The Beretta is just everything.

[@CaptainRudy4021]

@@torment12345 that's my dream shotgun

[@swempley]

The 1301 is similarly priced. The M4 is only a couple hundred dollars more depending on which model. Black or the silver H20 version.

[@frostriver4547]

IWI Tavor TS12. Red dot. Irons. Bright light. 15+1 variety pack on board. All less than the M4 by itself and way more compact

[@diamondrmp]

For me I prefer small and fast. So, a bullpup is my choice. I don't have to swing a longer barrel around and it delivers the same punch as any other 12 gauge.

[@jeffslaven]

He brings up many good points. And just personally, I can't fault Garand Thumb and his setup for this gun. But of course, that's just my particular taste and preference. Good video Colion!

[@amateurshooter6054]

Thanks Colion

[@hello-u2w]

I bought a Sulun Tac 12 (I couldn't justify the M4 price tag) I've sent up my gun like yours. Thank you so much!

[@hangfire6368]

The AnS shotgun billet trigger housing is a nice upgrade. It is relieved to allow better loading access. Classic Firearms is importing Turkish Walnut field stock and handguards for $75 shipped. I just installed a set and I'm very pleased. One note is the bolt they supply has the wrong thread pitch to secure the stock to the recoil spring housing. The correct bolt size is M8-1x60mm and is available at most hardware stores.

[@Euphoil]

Thank you for this video. It has helped me to start my preparation for defense of my home.

[@fdm1968]

Brother Man, Thanks for all you do!

[@samurai7270]

Hearing protection is important because I have used a shotgun in close quarters and it sucked ❗️💥

[@douglasmararian5705]

Mr. Colion Noir: I would like to say that it's a pleasure to watch your videos. You present your topic(s) very clearly and to the point. You don't add a bunch of hype to the videos. I find this technique of videos very easy to follow. Please keep up the fantastic work and stay Safe as possible.

[@timothynelson2405]

Thanks for the observations and advice. Home Defense Shotgun, got me checking on improving mine.

[@pjsurfer25]

Awesome conversation. I am looking to upgrade from my pump to a semi auto and I have been so focused on getting a reliable platform, I kinda wasn’t thinking of the actual purpose of the tool. Now I’ve got my focus on the best tool for the job in addition to the quality of the platform. I appreciate all the useful information.

[@johnmeleen9065]

My Remington 870 has #2 magnums with improved choke. I believe this will work.

[@ensporium8857]

Yup its a classic Also the Mossberg 500

[@87Bluesguitar]

I Run a Mossberg 500 for home defense, first rounds birdshot, back 6 double ought….

[@TKO593]

Ditch the bird shot. We don’t shoot to harm. Doesn’t look good to a jury.

[@bubbaandrayearl1678]

My shotgun is my go to for home defense. I back it up with a handgun. I like the shotgun because it is scalable in terms of ammunition. 00, slugs etc. I like #4 police buck. 27 pellets at close range will get it done. It's the same mass as 00 but less likely to over penetrate. The next round is 00 just in case. Worst case scenario I have an AK on standby.

[@Herandme90]

My set up Remington 1187 slug gun,my Remington 1100 12 gauge and my Remington 1100 28 gauge pre bullshit,ain’t no body getting in forget getting out. God bless brother.

[@thomasandersen5349]

As long as there isn't a hostage situation in your home... This platform makes sense.

[@jymesbynd4931]

On my Beretta 1301 tactical, I can load a slug in seconds. 3 inch group at 50 yards.

[@philreynolds7216]

I would bet that if you measure the distances in your house, and then pattern your shotgun at those distances, you’d probably be surprised at how little the pattern spreads, and therefore how accurate you can be, in actual house distances.

[@brianbird3756]

Lol, unless your head is directly behind the hostage's, I win.

[@wanderingcalamity360]

Shotguns barely spread at all at CQB ranges.

[@cmcbunch]

In a hostage situation you have total control with the 12ga. They can't move without guaranteed getting killed and the police are coming. So the only way to escape alive is to release the hostage and leave immediately to work the police response time window. Unless there are 2 or more left, in which case you just disable one then go back to working on the one with the hostage. Gotta tell them "leave the hostage now and I won't pursue. If you don't i guarantee you are NOT leaving alive."

[@Howard_Roark]

Shotgun is a professionals weapon. AR is every man’s weapon!

[@jymesbynd4931]

That’s awesome. I’m gonna use that

[@WangHungLo]

7:53 red dots look cool though. You don't have to use it. It doesn't have to work if it looks cool enough to be honest. It's just added weight to look cool

[@garys8415]

Mossberg 590

[@rangersmith4652]

My primary home defense firearm is a Glock 22. My "you're explicitly encouraged to remain _outside_ my home" firearm is the now discontinued Browning BPS High Capacity 12-ga. All black, ambidextrous (top tang safety and bottom eject), five rounds of 2.75 and five more in a side saddle, 20" barrel, silver bead sight, light with pressure switch on the forearm. My sporting gun is also a 12-ga BPS, and having this guy work and feel just like it makes a lot of sense. I haven't needed to use it in the 10+ years I've owned it, but I'm very confident it can do the job.

[@michaelhodges8312]

I have Benelli M2 with Mesa Tactical pistol grip butt stock ammo carrier and 8 round extension. Love it!

[@DadOfTrainers1114]

Thanks for all you do for the public

[@rickyramirez3483]

A have a Maverick 88’ for home defense…no light nor red dot still’ though!

[@belayasmert9943]

I have a Mossy 500 pump. 20" security model. I added a hogue 12' LOP buttstock , a streamlight TL-Racker 1000 lumens forend light. Vtac sling, velcro side saddle, & another buttstock shell holder . A heatshield. I keep bertha in cruiser ready mode. I got 21 Federal flite control 00 buckshot shells onboard. If I can't handle whatever comes through my door at zero dark thirty with that, I'm in a shit storm for realzzzzzz.

[@rubesco5928]

Your message you're always informational and it's awesome to see what you're doing thank you for your gun safety.

[@bigbadjohnpesek9894]

I think my setup is the best...for me. I have a couple of 12 gauge bullpups. About the same length as a shockwave but can be shoulder/aim fired. They both have red/green reflex sights that co witness with the flip up sights. They both have red lasers. I have 5 and 10 round mags and a twenty round drum ready to rock and roll. They have been broke in and function great. And of course all my rifles and shotguns have slings.

[@mrbojangles4155]

Colion, I 3D print carbon fiber Benelli M4 Handguards. It shields the barrel heat and is less then half the weight of aluminum. I’m gonna send you a free one when I start selling them in the coming weeks.

[@heavythewriter9066]

Great video. Exactly what I was looking for

[@dannyd2639]

I’m shopping for a home defense shotgun. I was considering this and now for sure will be my next purchase

[@brianbird3756]

I prefer a saiga-12. With an added gas port, properly tuned autoplug, booster puck, and reprofiled and polished fcg, bolt, and carrier, she's flawless even with low brass and uber-reliable. Did it take a lot to get it there? Sure, but it has been an absolute pleasure to shoot since 2010 and I shoulder it every chance i get!

[@clintkees6158]

how do the loaded mags hold up? i have been hearing and reading that they start to distort the shells after awhile due to the high spring tension needed to properly and reliably feed the round?

[@brianbird3756]

@clintkees6158 I only use AGP, which has a steel lip that hold the rim of the round. No distortion, they're always loaded. When I get to the range, I unload the buckshot and load up low brass. When I leave, I load buckshot and slugs back in.

[@buckshotscott2616]

Looks good. After a few classes, removed the red dot from my 1301. XS Big Dot on the front is sufficient for my needs. Accessories can be a real rabbit hole...

[@jonathanfreedom1st]

No offence but most of us ain't got $1800 bucks for a shotgun. Most average working Americans have $200 dollar shotguns and live in a real Joe Bribens economy. Colion is cool Much respect. But he needs to come down a few flights to everyday America. And feature lower priced guns and how they can prove worthy of self defense against home invasion. We are working class folks😂

[@MylesKillis]

Not really. The answer for broke people is already established. Stock Remington 870 or Mossberg 500. Nothing else to say since y’all can’t afford trainingz

[@mr.bojangles5108]

Johnathon you a broke boi

[@jamievarni1530]

Just showing us the top end. Yes, there are cheaper and adequate alternatives. Watch out for the new Remingtons - not so reliable now.

[@LuisAlfredo90]

Ooo.... Daum I'm poor but I straight up saved for a 590s new I love it ,shorties make me feel more comfortable shooting in an urban situation

[@TKO593]

Finally placed an order for one of these. Snagged one of the limited edition midnight bronze versions. Imma have to get the 7 round tube cerakote-ed and find some way to keep the colors right on the stock portion while converting it to a collapsible. Im torn on optic choice though. I might paint an aimpoint t2 and mount it on the scalerworks low profile mount or just get the Eotech ESP3 in bronze and call it a day.

[@acrippledkoala]

No link for thermal optic in description. Make sure you take care of your advertisers so you can keep bringing us the juicy 2A content. Also, I want a thermal optic.

[@Dr.pikachuu]

Nice rig

[@dorinb4085]

Thanks for broadening my perspective on home defense!

[@carlabbott9610]

I really enjoy all of your videos. Always very informative, great job 👍

[@RobinP556]

This will likely piss a few people off, but to me and related to my former profession in Special Forces shotguns have 2 purposes, shooting birds (clay or living) and breaching. Other than that I’ll pass, there are too many other options that are better than a shotgun for self defense.

[@johnmcconnell7052]

For the most part I feel that way. But shotguns are also good for a scare-tactic when someone hears a shotgun getting loaded vs a pistol some reconsider violence as an option you also then have the rare situation that a shotgun will do more in a faster time such as the slam fire shotgun method but it is pretty rare.

[@jymesbynd4931]

I used to agree with this, until I actually got training and have a shot.gun where I can load a slug in seconds.

[@HarryManback0]

The main argument that I see for 5.56 over 12 gauge is that 5.56 hollow points will fragment in drywall, whereas any 12 gauge load will overpenetrate multiple internal walls and remain lethal. Not to mention the extremely limited capacity with shotguns. Using shotguns for home defense is outdated, unless you have absolutely no other family in your house to worry about.

[@wakeupamerica2024]

I'd rather have a shorty semi-auto 12 gauge with five 300gr sabots against a grizzly bear than a .50 cal. revolver.

[@eliinthewolverinestate6729]

My shotgun is for hunting or predators. So no weapon light for me.

[@kyleholdmann4007]

Briley Tactical out of Houston will fix the fore-grip heat shield issue. Theirs covers more of the barrel and allows for C clamp grip without getting burned.

[@kg6lvp]

Best 2A content on the internet! Slugs or buckshot??

[@marshalldavis6816]

What about AR platform shotguns?

[@CallmeDaBreeze1971]

I don't have an autoloader and don't have plans to buy one. I do like the options here to set up my Mossberg 590.

[@williamdavis6402]

You always have good programs knowledgeable programs that we can learn from which is nice

[@smal1393]

Another great and informative video, thank you so much.

[@nickgiannetto]

Beretta, 1301 tactical is the best!!! hands DOWN!!!!

[@burtbronson6407]

I have the 1301 with the Magpul stock, extended tube and ggg side saddle … kicks azz

[@justinkpryde]

Unpopular opinion: you don’t need a red dot on a shotgun unless you’re firing slugs and even then, I personally don’t use slugs to defend my home unless I want to shoot a straight hole through the neighbors door

[@jymesbynd4931]

However, if I use some buckshot in the house and the intruder start running and then a guy from 25 yards away, in the getaway car starts shooting at me, with my Beretta, 1301 I can load a slug in seconds and engage a 25 yard target

[@justinkpryde]

I had home defense in mind. If the intruder is running away, I’m not pursuing them at all. Especially not with a close range weapon. I’m staying in my house and not engaging in a Hollywood gun fight.

[@jymesbynd4931]

@@justinkpryde thing is is, shotgun is not just a close range weapon. I would advise doing some research and learning and even possible training. You may be surprised. Also, in case it seemed like I was suggesting to chase an intruder, I most certainly was not. I gave an example of someone 25 yards away in a getaway car firing into my house. Someone firing into my house is a threat that would require being dealt with.

[@justinkpryde]

@@jymesbynd4931it’s impossible to win the “anything can happen argument” and at some point the idea that I should be training to throw flash bangs and practice quad loading so I can engage the attack helicopter that’s coming to rob my house is going to come up and I’m going to be considered wrong for not training for that. Point is, I don’t think it’s smart to spend 500 dollars on a precision device for a firearms that isn’t designed for precision shots. When someone invades my home, my priority is bunkering my family in a secure corner and keeping the fight within the walls that I’m familiar with. If someone in a getaway car is blasting at my house then I can grab another weapon but at the same time I’m not a mob boss so the idea of someone unloading at my front door is unlikely but I guess I need to do research on how to combat that.

[@jymesbynd4931]

@@justinkpryde I simply invite you to come shoot with me brother. Red dot is 150 bucks not 500. You will see instantly how it helps on the shotgun. If you’re interested, let me know.

[@hauntastic158]

I love the Benelli shotguns.. But Colion I really enjoy my VR80 shotgun.. faster reload and no fails yet!

[@ExergameStation]

Ditch the rail and stipple the front handguard. Every inch of it. Get an IWC light mount, and the g and g rear sling near the reciever and use a 1 point sling.

[@stevedavis1850]

I bought the Benelli M4 a few years back and was using it shooting hogs off my deer feeder and it just kept jamming. I was using 00 and 000 buckshot, even 3” triple ought buckshot and it still would jam. I cleaned it, oiled it, no different results. Finally just sold it.

[@j_flo]

Mossberg 930 refined with a few mods works for me. Shotguns are sledgehammers. 🇺🇸 🦅 2A

[@marine47ncaa25]

He threw in “Robust.” John Wick reference to the Benelli😎

[@acanadian9776]

"I dont wanna say battle space. Crisis site." That cracked me up.

[@G43X]

I love my affordable Mossberg 590.

[@entropy11]

First thing I'd say is a ready round clipped in front of the ejection port seems like a really good idea. I'm really tempted to get the Stoeger clone myself.

[@clintkees6158]

match savers are def a nice addition incase the side saddle runs dry and you need that one last round

[@michaelheeter7284]

Great input on setting up a shotgun for home defense.

[@Villpax]

Here in Austria it's almost impossible to get any pump action shotgun as civilian, even with a weapons licence (like a drivers licence to own guns here). But I could easily buy a Benelli M4 or other self loading shotguns with no problem...

[@lundysden6781]

what a shame, you blokes need to change that!

[@Saffi____]

My personal favorite is the Franchi SPAS-12 and you can thank Jurassic Park for that.

[@gameragodzilla]

I use a SPAS-12 for home defense myself. lol I did find that the folding stock interfered with my ability to mount any type of side saddle, so I keep a bandolier in the same place I store my shotgun. Plus, the pump mode makes it very easy to ghost load even when stored "cruiser ready", so I can shove 10 shells into the gun in total, which should be more than plenty to deal with any situation. The top folding stock also interferes with a red dot, but I found that a laser sight through the massive ghost rings on the SPAS-12 almost works like a pseudo red dot indoors. It's not useable that way outside, but indoors where the light isn't all that blinding even in summer and the walls in my house mean I can't lose track of the dot due to distance, it does work surprisingly well for a threat focused, "put dot on target and pull trigger" shooting style that red dots bring. And because it is a laser, I can also shoot from the hip with the stock folded if I'm in really tight spaces. Though that's only with the iconic folding stock. If I had the fixed stock, I could easily put a velcro pad on the side to stick shotgun cards and there are even scope mounts existing for the SPAS-12 as well. Otherwise, got a sling, got a large capacity (8 shells in the tube vs. 7), got a folding stock for maneuvering in close quarters if need be, got a light alongside my laser, got a sling, and it's reliable with the ammo I'm running through it. Even has a full heat shield which lets me C-clamp grip it in a way most shotguns can't do. It's actually really close to M-lok so I'm actually wondering if I could modify some M-lok accessories to make it work on the heat shield. Maybe I could get a heat shield mounted red dot very forward mounted. I know GIGN mounted lasers on the heat shield before.

[@eliinthewolverinestate6729]

Nice setup for Colion. I dont use weapon lights because 4 legged predators and artifical light laws. Its a ticket or 3 here running a weapon light in the field. And I use my shotgun for livestock defense. So animals are present. And has been used to defend livestock. The screwed up thing is most states have artifical or weapon light laws in firearm or hunting laws.

[@RogerBrenon]

Those aren't laws. They're illegal RULES you need to take care of.

[@6NBERLS]

Most excellent.

[@paulh6101]

After just coming from the range with my 1301, i can say its the best HD shotgun. So much lighter than the M4 and just as reliable, for home defense.

[@matthewbeaver5026]

A touch more recoil is small compromise considering the value/diminishing returns of the m4.

[@d7dun1010]

They both work extremely well.

[@dreadnaughttactical]

I own a lot of shotguns - including the Benelli M4 - but it is NOT my go to shotgun for home defense.. simply because it is kind of long and affects maneuverability in close quarters or confined spaces. I am sure you can become very proficient with the Benelli M4 with some tactical shotgun training.. but in my opinion.. I still would not want to go around dark corners with a long ass barrel sticking out in front of me.. leave that shit for John Wick. The BenellI M4 definitely has it's purpose and uses.. it is a battle tested shotgun.. but it is just not my first choice should I have unexpected intruders in my home at 3am. I prefer an SBS or a 12ga Bullpup like a Tavor TS-12 or even a Remington V3 Tac-13 with birds head grip - it is nice and compact.. semi auto.. and perfect for CQC or home defense. If you cannot stop or kill something with 5 shots or less out of a 12ga shotgun.. then you are probably dead anyways.

[@christopherkelly1438]

Got me a Winchester Sxo pump action with a light a side saddle

[@derrickduncanson9253]

My Mossberg 500, cheap and easy. I won't finish watching the vid.

[@alanrawson-wg8io]

I don’t know many folks that can afford a tricked out M4 . Mostly 500& 590 pumps around here. Maybe a few 930s or 940s and some 1100/11-84s . When I get the funds together it’ll be a Beretta A300 for me. Until my old Bennelli nova tactical will have to do.

[@mr.meeseeks2310]

TS12, KSG12, DP12, Genesis 12 All better choices imo

[@mhicaoidh1]

I used to run a cordura/elastic side saddle on my 870. But, I found that, even sitting by the bed unused, the elastic eventually gives out, and shells end up on the floor. I've sense switched to a solid plastic side saddle with velcro backing.

[@louderbackbarry]

The best setup is the one you’re comfortable with, able to maneuver and shoot accurately in crammed in areas to areas with lots of space so everyone is going to have their own different setup up my setup is perfect for me but bad for a lot of others my shotgun is an AR-12 it’s just like an AR-15 but chambered in 12 gauge and charging handle on side because I can maneuver with it in all areas, comfortable with it and most importantly I can shoot accurately with speed and precision even in tight spaces

[@rclines001]

Never been big on shotguns for home defense. I prefer a gun anyone can pickup and is easy to shoot. Shotguns can be intimidating for new shooters. I have a Beretta CX4 setup for home defense.

[@ZaneC40]

I want a benelli m4 so damn bad

[@robertward9533]

As long as you have a separate flashlight to point with the barrel down. It's inexcusable to point the weapon at anyone other than a bad guy , even if you don't have kids. A shot gun is for a known intruder and self defense. A handgun is for a inspection still secondary light muzzle down. 👍

[@jevondismuke5252]

Im looking to hear about the latest shooting in Jacksonville in your perspective...ill wait

[@JH-kh9lf]

Beretta 1301 Tactical, it's lighter and less recoil and better shell feeding

[@rimfirejunkie7427]

Quality gun Light Sights Maybe spare ammo. And lots of range time.