Shotguns Part I ~ The Shotgun and How to Select (fit) yours!

[@brentg5909]

GunBlue490 has become one of my favorite KZbin gun channels since I discovered him a few months ago. He's a kind and patient grandfather figure teaching you from his vast knowledge and experience gained over a lifetime. Even those rare times when the subject matter doesn't seem to apply to you, you still listen and learn because you might need that knowledge one day.

[@philippefrater2000]

Brent G That is so right. He's the kind of kind you listen around the campfire...

[@vinceparke5740]

I always want a cup of coffee when I watch. He should have a coffee sponsor in his videos. ;)

[@cjr4286]

I love those old pictures of you and your dad! We really need more men and families like you and your dad these days.

[@scottwilson1258]

I Swear to God That is EXACTLY what the Problem is with the World Today.

[@richardmyers2385]

Excellent Video's, I am also retired Law Enforcement 45 years. You're instruction is the BEST I have come across , keep the videos coming Thank You.

[@jeremydoblinger3609]

These are so valuable!! I'm saving all these videos for future reference.. I'm 36 and nobody has ever taught me any of this stuff.. pure gold gunblue!! Thank you all the way from Wisconsin.

[@schwinglo]

I'm no stranger to firearms, but every time I watch one of your videos I learn something new. Thank you.

[@TallCoolOne51]

Same here

[@ctxflyer]

Always, always, the best education you can obtain. He has always done it out of the goodness of his heart-no tuition.

[@mat7883]

I can remember back when I purchased my first U/O shotgun, I wanted a Berretta Silver Pigeon and walked into the gun store with the cash in my back pocket asking the gun store clerk to pass me that shotgun to look at! To my amazement, when I mounted the gun all I could see was rib! I couldn't believe it. I mounted it again hoping the first was a mistake, but it wasn't. Then I spent the next half hour mounting every shotgun they had until I found one that fit, it was a Browning Citori. I still have that gun today and it still shoots just as well due to the fit. Lesson....a shotgun is one tool you cannot purchase based on looks or what is the "best" . However, I did save $1000 dollars that day which was a good thing in hindsight.

[@oreopuppydawg1564]

You sir should have your own television show!! Wealth of information! These guys on the sportsman’s channel don’t know 1/3 of what you do!

[@greggoode3450]

This info is exactly what I needed - I’m in the pre-purchase research phase for my first shotgun.

[@matthewgonzalez905]

"Those are all generated by nerds that don't know any better." God I love this, you're my hero!

[@capt.mike73ahoy14]

Excellent video! Enjoyed the pictures of your Dad and his dog. I'm looking forward to the rest of the series. Thanks, Merry Christmas, and say hi to Benny.

[@GunBlue490]

capt. mike73 AHOY! Thank you, and Merry Christmas!

[@antoniosolari1013]

I needed this information 25 years ago. I just did not have anyone around me that knew anything. Then i would cross paths with those guys that shoot so well but they just would not share any information. I always wondered how they are doing it. So now I know starting with a gun that fits you and how to know it fits you.

[@gunwrites6222]

Now I'm going to be up all night checking out the fit of my various shotguns with the different clothing options I use hunting.

[@SauloHidalgooficial]

You are the kind of person I enjoy learning from. Very nice and professional. God bless you sir. I enjoy your Chanel a lot and learn a lot too. God bless America

[@TallCoolOne51]

The only shotgun I've owned in 46 years of hunting and shooting, is my Win Model 12, 16 ga field model. It fits me exactly as you describe. I'll never sell it.

[@SteeringSteel]

I’m 41 now and for most of my life I used a standard size shotgun with which I didn’t shoot very well. My problem, I’m 5’7” and 130 pounds. A local gun dealer suggested that I start shooting a junior size shotgun and once I did I never looked back. Just something smaller frame guys should think about. Thank you for the video sir I really enjoyed it.

[@buddy22801012]

Very informative I learn something every time you post a video. I inherited a beautiful Browning A5 in 16 gauge made in 1957 that I believe has never been fired. I had no idea that firing steel would damage the gun. Your video saved a great gun from being damaged. That you for sharing your knowledge.

[@GunBlue490]

buddy22801012 Indeed, that's a precious "sweet sixteen" of the highest order, and my personal favorite gauge. I cannot think of a nicer field shotgun. I might suggest that you contact Briley or one of the other choke companies, and inquire about fitting threaded choke tubes, and if it's a long barrel, they can also shorten it to make a wonderful 26 or 28 inch upland gun for you. 16s have perfect shot capacity for birds.

[@magazineman3910]

Sir, you are a pleasure to watch and listen to. I'm very happy to have found your channel. It's wonderful to have a knowledgeable man that teaches common sense that's easy to understand instead of the mumbo jumbo that is out there today. Thank you and good health to you and Benny. Dan

[@pete7389]

I’m about to buy my first shotgun and in the process of research. This is the best hour spent.

[@sdriza]

What did you get?

[@eribertoacedo9505]

Since I found your channel I’ve been watching your explanations you’re very experienced sir which I’m taking in myself with your information thank you very much reading comments I understand your past gods taking care of you sir and I wish you rest in peace and been saving your videos as I’ve been watching them a wealth of knowledge God bless you sir!✝️

[@marcosvaniamendes4748]

Thank you Sir for this video, was very helpful and reminders me 30 years ago my coach, when I was an Olympic skeet shooter from my country, and today we have lots of people talking ... but Unfortunately, wrong things, or not important, but your video has 100% right and very useful information, congratulations ! Keep teaching ! God bless you !

[@gunwrites6222]

Besides your incredible wealth of knowledge you so generously pass on to all, I find myself watching your videos over and over and over again for the sheer joy of "knowing" such a good soul. I, we of all disciplines in the shooting sports community, are forever indebted, cannot THANK YOU enough. Every single video you have produced is an absolute delight. They will be cherished for generations to come, you immortal. Heck, I believe there is a place to squeeze you in there on Mount Rushmore between Teddy and Abe. Agreed, a beautiful Fall day of good bird hunting can hardly be beat. Doubling on grouse or Huns a lucky treat. Couple that with a good hunting partner like your little buddy Benny and you know your life is blessed. Often I think I'm going hunting when in reality I'm just taking the shotgun for a walk. I still feel content at the end of the day. Odd as it may sound, my eldest Son gets more mountain grouse with our S&W Governor .410/#6 on mountain bike rides while scouting elk wallows than any other way. Sometimes 3 a day. It has turned out to be a very handy piece in the collection. He has perfected a mouth-watering Grouse Parmesan. Browned in a cast iron skillet with garlic, onions, and herbs, add homegrown red or yellow tomato sauce, cheeses, and into the oven. Yummy! Wash that dish down with a good home brew or cider and you are indeed a wealthy wealthy man.

[@wizardofahhhs759]

What about a semi sweet red wine?

[@prepperbr]

Could watch your videos ALL day long. Thank you.

[@johnwilmott8063]

Thank you Mr Russell. I've just excahnged my Maxus for a Winchester sx4. As they're bascially the same, and the Maxus fitted me with two spacers added to the stock. I just added a couple of spacers [that came supplied] to the Winchester stock, and i was in business. The choke pattern demonstration you did was really helpful.

[@randallreece3636]

So many things I never knew. Always a pleasure listening and learning. Thank you sir.

[@phillipjohnson7583]

Ithaca Model 37, you betcha! Ithaca ejects shells downward. I have had mine for decades.

[@kevinalfrey2633]

Thank you for your time sir ! Easley becoming one of my favorite channels

[@ty250a]

Great vid. I've always loved my 16 gauge JC Higgins with a poly choke. Thanks for the affirmation.

[@GunBlue490]

My first and favorite shotgun was my 16 gauge Ithaca 37 pump, with a ventilated Polychoke. Wish I still had it!

[@daleballew1880]

I can watch your awesome videos for hours. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Looking forward to seeing more Have a blessed and merry Christmas. And thank you for your service to this country

[@ritesideofthefence5857]

Thanks for sharing and thank you for your service to our great nation. As usual there were some many things I learned in this video, most of which I thought I already knew. I guess my dad was right about having two ears so I can listen two times more than I talk. Again a very helpful video, thanks and again

[@grr1483]

Great job. You covered it all very thoroughly.

[@lordsagat2503]

I've watched 4 of your videos (long ones) and can't tell you how much I learned. It's like sitting at Pop Pop's table gettin a learnin on! Subbed immediately.

[@64gunner1]

I really enjoy your presentations on firearms. Entertaining and educational.

[@unbalancedredneck5778]

Another great video. I’m really enjoying the trip back in time with the photos at the end.

[@travisrains3659]

Absolutely enjoy your videos. Knowledge is key, and you are very knowledgeable. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year..

[@stephenadsit3244]

Thank you for doing a video on the shotgun!!

[@wizardofahhhs759]

The Remington 870 has a good universal length of pull that has always fit me well.

[@gregwalker4236]

thanks so much. by now, my hunting days are over, but it's nice to know one of the reasons i was such a poor shot was perhaps poor fit and poor choke selection. newer hunters paying heed no doubt will start correctly in this wonderful sport....

[@Jeff_Seely]

After watching this video I had to run over to my gun safe. Just last summer I bought a Yildiz spz Texas edition as a skeet gun. I employed the techniques of proper fitment and thank God that gun fits me like a glove! Thank you as always for putting out the best instructional content KZbin has out there

[@LeotheBarbarian]

My mossberg fits great and I have trouble hitting with my franchi too!

[@roberta.6399]

Thanks again for sharing your vast knowledge in such an Interesting and step by step way. Stay safe Be well.

[@andreifedorov2108]

Thank you, great lesson on shotguns. I only own an old side by side 12ga gun full choke 29 or 30" barrels. Not sure what its best application is , person I got it from told me it is a goose gun. I see what you mean about grouse, very true. I prefer taking them on the road with a 22. when I can.

[@philippefrater2000]

Learn more watching your videos than anywhere else. Thanks for that! Regards from France!

[@toddboboz7894]

This is very good, nearly lost information. Priceless

[@dowdawg]

What a great video i have shot shotguns most my life and thought i knew enough to be good, well i did until now... Thank you!!! I own an older Ithaca 37 in 16 ga and i too love it.

[@SpetsnazBear-3710]

Truly excellent presentation and information.

[@gunwrites6222]

Oops, too late. i already own 12 shotguns. 2-Winchester 1897s, 3-Iver Johnson Gun & Bicycle Works singles shots, 3-Mossbergs, and 4-Ruger Red Labels. Perhaps I NEED a Gold Label too? And maybe some more Mossbergs?

[@HypocriticYT]

finally got a heavy duck gun, the Winchester Model 12 with 3 inch chamber. Known for their excellent chokes that pattern very well. I was surprised other than a couple different parts in the receiver nothing else is different (same receiver and opening ) except the thickness of the barrel wall, much heavier than the 2 3/4 inch Model 12.

[@toycollector2611]

As stated already. Another great tutorial. I have not used a shotgun much but I have experienced a few heart attacks caused by grouse exploding beside me... Now I can figure out what I want to buy.

[@funkinu2236]

Great info,really thanks for giving us all your invaluable experience,much appreciated

[@scootertrasher1369]

Great video after 50 years of shooting single shots, model 12s &1200s , model42s, A5s, side by sides and other peoples 870s & 1100s , winking with a cross dominate eye , busting clays, birds & rabbits , I didn't know I had a problem.

[@ely336]

Excellent video and love the dog pictures and Dad pictures too🐶😍👍

[@deathb4digital]

Time to dig the Trius out of the shed. Thanks for the inspiration gunblue.

[@10karhu]

Outstanding Knowledge GunBlue490 !!! When I was young, I got hand me down shotguns that shot well for my Grandfather and for my Dad.

[@willyb933]

Good reliable information, thanks for your time!

[@borisbuliak3626]

Very informative video. Thank you for the knowledge.

[@michaelmusto5973]

Thanks for the information. I enjoy your channel very much

[@robertkwiatkoski1292]

little different subject. I have never seen someone at a gun store "fit" a hand gun to someones hand . I've always seen the post "popular" gun come to the counter. I'm 6'6" at 275 former ball player and house framer. When I take people out to the range I am often surprised just how small some people's hands are. Also the lack of hand strength. I know nothing of shot guns and fit. I am intimidated by scope eye relief. I find this gentleman a great source of wisdom and information. I'm afraid that as with carpentry something will be lost with the passing of each generation. Soak up all of this great man's information that he shares.

[@SootHead]

This was mostly all new to me, so it was fun and informative. Can't wait for the part on slug guns.

[@dredelcottcryptozooligist4101]

I dont think theres 10sec that go by in this video that doesnt have useful information for the viewer. Thank you for taking the time to help fellow shooters.

[@americanson2174]

GunBlue 490 you are a wealth of information, remind me of some of the older fellows at the huntclub my father use to take me to

[@TheNutriarat]

Fantastic informative video. Bob Brister would be proud!!

[@coldspring624]

Very informative. In the last 40 years after having a few shotguns when I hunt birds in the field my go to is a gun that has drawn many odd looks. That gun in the eye of many is beneath them. That gun is a Mossburg bolt action that I would never let go of and the real kicker is it's a 410.The little gun is like a phantom . As for aiming the gun it is a mystery to me, it's simply up on and over in a blink of the eye. And that is shotgunning at its finest for me.

[@erikdale9145]

Class act always, we truly appreciate you

[@jermainerace4156]

I had a J.C. Higgins pump with an adjustable choke circa 1950, that had the "Extra Full" setting, it also had a setting that was wider than it's "Cylinder" setting. Neat gun, but it was not uncommon to have to pick pieces of shell cup and wad out of the holes.

[@brandona801]

Another great video! Thanks gunblue490.

[@EastboundDwn]

Great video!👍I have my dads 1960 Mod 37, it's a fantastic gun!

[@GunBlue490]

Absolutely.

[@selaxlife7621]

Great advise! I have a Mossberg 500 with a on adjustable stock and a pistol grip so I'm using ur tips and I ended up moving my stock 2 slots back jst from ur advice.....thank you!

[@simoncrooks7441]

Thanks for that, it was very informative.

[@rickmansberger4136]

Dear Sir, Happy New Year to you and your family. Thank you for sharing your vast knowledge of all things guns. May your and your family and Benny have a blessed 2018. Best regards, Rick Mansberger

[@GunBlue490]

Rick Mansberger Thank you Rick, and blessings to you and yours as well.

[@billnwa2250]

Thank you for another enjoyable video. Happy Holidays!

[@Odysseuss.]

Fantastic program thank you for making it. If I may add something, Here in the UK there is talk of banning plaswads. Long story short, for fiber [etc] wads to offer the same barrel protection they need to be physically thicker walled. This leads to a reduction in the available "internal" volume of the wad. Fortunately there is an antidote for this, the 3.5" case, however, with a correspondingly smaller pellet load compared to what we have now. Ain't politics just grand [not].

[@pseudopetrus]

I always look forward to your videos. Thank you!

[@shawnmcdonald9352]

Thank you, Sir.

[@philippiscatella7816]

Great video, I enjoy your channel very much. Good information on shotguns. Welcome home from one Viet Nam veteran to another.

[@GunBlue490]

Philip Piscatella Welcome home, and God bless.

[@foxjerry1]

Same here to both of you.

[@nathancooper9932]

Thank you - Merry Christmas.

[@jh-kp7mm]

fantastic video. actually ALL your videos are very informative. please continue making them.

[@saleembarmania5295]

This channel should be called "Stuff you didn't even know that you didn't know, and now you know. You're welcome."

[@chubs100306]

As always great content that is easy to understand and to apply in other applications. Could you do a thorough disassemble, clean and reassemble on a Browning buck mark 22/45?

[@lidijabacic8348]

first of all how do you shoulder a shotgun properly? it takes a micrometer of variation while shouldering for that bead to be way off. how much do you press your face into the stock, where do you put it on the shoulder exactly and so on. most of us cant even do that.

[@markchambers2812]

Great information 👍❤️

[@chrismills4213]

Another great video. Your one of the best on you tube, keep it up.

[@richarddavidson81]

I want to purchase my first shotgun. I'm right handed and left eye dominant. My right eye is blurry and no good for shooting. Should I learn to shoot left handed? Or maybe get glasses? It's so uncomfortable to hold a rifle left handed.

[@bobmederos270]

Came across your videos and I was very impressed. I normally hunt with an 870 pump scope rifle barrel Monte Carlo stock. My 12 gauge ( Remington ) With a cheap scope will fire almost any type of rifle slugs or sabot slugs and have a half inch spread at 75 yards. But my 20 gauge, ( Remington pump ) factory scope barrel , Monte Carlo stock, Nycom scope that course more than a shotgun. Question, I cannot get the scope to adjust properly. I was forced to put shims on the front end of the scope so I could adjust down with my shots at 75 yards. I know this is a tough question but do you think it’s the barrel, the scope, or the ammunition, or all the above ? Wish you had a video on shotguns with scopes. But I truly have enjoyed most of your videos so far. And thank you for your service, sincerely Bob Mederos ( L company Rangers 70 71 )

[@dreadjavapirate]

Wow - much more than just talking about fit, but a very enjoyable video none the less.

[@refaiabdeen5943]

Cheers Mate!

[@wholeNwon]

I have a few pumps and autoloaders but usually reach for a SXS double (Parker, Greener, Sauer, etc.) even when shooting trap and almost always for upland birds. Guess I'm a snob but prefer to think of myself as a traditionalist. Each gun has stories and memories attached.

[@GunBlue490]

This video is about all shotguns. A Parker SXS must fit the same as an Ithaca pump. Regardless of style, cost, and mechanism, as long as they fit, they do the same thing, and if they don't fit, it makes no difference if it cost $30,000 or $300.

[@wholeNwon]

@@GunBlue490 Absolutely! IMHO, modern stocks are too straight, lack sufficient drop at heel and comb, have insufficient cast, etc. Shooters contort their bodies over badly fitting guns. That's one of the reasons that I usually reach for older guns first. They almost always fit me much better allowing a more upright, natural stance to come on target faster.

[@robertanderson8218]

hi gun blue, love your channel, very good stuff. I was wondering if you could use a defensive shot gun to hunt in a pinch. I have a reminington 870 tactical with what I think is a 18 inch barrel but I"m not sure. Also If not using skeet shot out of the box, what is the equivalent in numbers. Thanks Gun Blue. Also wondering do you tutor., I live within 100 miles. Thank you I love this channel. I've learned so much. Now that I think about It an 18" barrel in NH. is probably illegal for hunting turkey or other birds but I'd like to know about the shot patterns even after this video on the subject because you didn't mention it. Thanks again Sincerely Bob Anderson. Wilmington MA and Windsor NH

[@GunBlue490]

Robert Anderson In a pinch, sure, but you've got a cylinder bore, which is wide open pattern, that doesn't hold together for many yards with bird shot. However, it would be useable in tight cover for very close shots on upland game, no further out than 25 yards. Remington makes barrels for your gun, which is a better alternative for hunting. Get a good standard barrel of the correct length for your needs from a Remington dealer, and you can use any chokes in it. But an 18 inch barrel is a real handicap that just has no "swing" weight to it, and without choke, it's strictly a pinch deal for extremely limited use.

[@robertanderson8218]

Thank you for the reply

[@borisbuliak3626]

Thanks GunBlue490, was going to ask the same question but for a benelli nova. I wonder if they have the option of longer barrels, I think so but am not sure.

[@Flatlandflyer]

Thank you very much Sir! Respect!!!

[@Hill_Billy_Without_A_Hill]

Ithaca M37s fit me good too. Some mossberg 500s do, and browning A5s seem too feel good too.Some mossbergs seem like the stocks are too long. This is more noticeable when wearing layers in cold weather. Their Bantam stock works better for that. Used to hunt doves quit a bit and do some pheasant hunting with some friends. Miss doing that stuff. Been a long time.

[@CQCMachine]

The closer your arms are to parallel with the ground (maybe a little lower), the larger the range of motion. Plus your follow through is easier, at least in my experience

[@davidw3089]

Your videos are great for a firearm novice, like me. Q: Is there a cheek pad and recoil add on that will not alter the fit of my CZ "Classic" but still works well? Ty

[@GunBlue490]

David Weinberg Shotgun shooters have always been adaptable, and will use anything to make a shotgun fit perfectly. A serious trap shooter will think nothing of rasping his $5,000 trap gun stock cheek piece if it's too thick, nor of adding layers of foot moleskin from the drug store, or shim it with balsa wood to add thickness. Anything that works. However, the very best thing is to seek out a custom shotgun gunsmith who will fit your CZ correctly with a "try gun", as other methods are typically not as satisfactory in the long end. You would be surprised at what they can do are relatively low expense. Often, it will require nothing more than the installation of a pad of correct thickness to accommodate your pull, and will often position your face properly in the process. But don't let sentiment rule. I once had a beautiful 20 gauge original vintage Red Label that I could not hit a barn with if I was standing inside, and kept it too long for sentimental reasons. As beautiful as it was to look at and handle, it was a functional piece of junk for me. You can't always make an ill fitting shotgun fit without having it expensively restocked by a pro, and it won't be the same gun in the end.

[@VLK-73]

I'm still unable to understand the point vs aim difference. I mean when you are pointing, aren't you essentially aiming and vice versa? Is there any other simple way to explain at which point (no pun) the aiming becomes pointing and at which point the pointing crosses over to aiming?

[@davidscholting9964]

Most excellent!!! Thank you!!

[@davidsnell2013]

Another excellent video, I have a good old 391 baretta xtrema 3 1/2 inch chamber cycles everything, love it,but recoil is becoming an issue, am thinking about new 400, but don't know if it will cycle as well as 391??

[@GunBlue490]

I don't know of any autoloading shotguns that don't cycle well for the ammunition they are engineered for. The specifications state exactly what ammo particular shotguns will cycle.

[@johnmcullet6521]

Sir, I haven’t watched a video from you that I don’t favor. Please take a look at these Turkish made “bull pup” shotguns and tell us what you think. What would be your opinion on home defense shotguns?

[@lit1023]

13:27 "Nerds who don't know any better" LOL love it! Awesome video

[@backspin6698]

Good video, and thanks for sharing the pictures of your father.

[@BEAVER_MIND]

Great video

[@travelsphereuk-7090]

Can this shot guns help on a battle field. i.e fighting against enemies on the battle field