The Sheriff's advice for Home Defense

[@magnuspym]

Paul Harrell demonstrated: OO buck shot will penetrate several interior walls and then an exterior wall. #4 buck tends to stop at the exterior wall(has slightly less penetration). So your neighbors are safe.

[@iffykidmn8170]

Not safe just safer.

[@rockogawky5982]

Was #6 the best? I need to re watch.

[@KendrasEdge757]

Well, apologies to my neighbors, but they’re the last thing on my mind when someone kicks my door and I’ve got to end some 🤡 so that I don’t die. I’d rather be alive in prison than be dead in my home. I don’t use a shotgun though for my home defense, I use my suppressed 13.7 AR15 5.56. Nothin wrong with shotguns for sure, but I need the range and I prefer the capacity and precision of my AR. Plus, and probably more importantly, I’ve got SIGNIFICANTLY more time and experience on an AR platform than any other weapons system. That was primary and handgun secondary when I was enlisted and deployed. I don’t get stressed out when I’m being shot at like most people would be, understandably of course. You get desensitized to an extent when you’ve been to war. Sadly that’s probably one of the few positive that came from my deployment. There’s a lot more negative I deal with daily, but I tell everyone they need to do some stressed training whenever possible. Get their heart rate up and do some drills. You’ll learn a lot!!!

[@scottwebster695]

@@KendrasEdge757 do you have people kicking your door a lot ? I have a Remington 870 12 gauge but no one ever has kicked my door.

[@KendrasEdge757]

@@scottwebster695 what?! Never said anyone did & im happy for you that nobody has broken into your house before. With that said, Yes, I have had a home invasion ftr. I was at work, but my mother was home and thankfully my two dogs got them out of the house and the police got them not even a block away. Home invasions happen daily. That’s one reason people own firearms, protection.

[@MinimalistOutdoors]

I was air force security forces for 6 years and also a combat arms specialist, all combat MCS 12 ga shotguns were loaded with 2-3/4" 00 buck (9 .32 caliber pellets). Munitions guys and special TRF guys always carried them. 00 is universal just about. There is a saying we all learned "pistols put holes in you, rifles put holes through you, belt fed machine guns cut you in half, shotguns take parts off."

[@markwilliams8488]

I was one of those "Munitions Guys." Strategic Air Command, Carswell AFB, 1984 -1988. Remington 870 for nuclear weapon close-in security (until we called you guys for a "sweep.") Awesome weapon, let's say I own more than one. SF was a thankless job, thanks for keeping things secure.

[@timmotel5804]

@@markwilliams8488 Carswell AFB was a Great Base and Mission. They shoulda kept it in full operation. I'm USAF Vietnam TAC Veteran. Thanks & Best Regards.

[@tjthrillajaw]

I just have to say that it disgusts me how much your country fetishizes violence. To everyone else it's a sometimes necessary evil, a weighty force to apply only when nothing else works. To you it's joy. Fucking creeps.

[@KampfgruppeWeiss]

That's a bit of wisdom that Clint Smith pretty much has said as well....and it's true!

[@gunner5125]

I was CATM from 1984 to 1992. Loved it!! (Lackland for 8 years!!)

[@ralphgreenjr.2466]

I'm 74 years old, 30 year retired/disabled US Army. I live on a farm in southern Ohio. Remington 870, 20ga home defender, 00 buckshot and backed up by my Sig 1911. The 1911a1 was my side arm for most of my military career. It just feels right. I also have an M-1 Garand as the back up to the back up.

[@richardmooremoore4127]

That should take care of business

[@DaveTex2375]

Get off my lawn. 👍

[@stephenedwards5038]

Thank you for your service!!!!

[@dlmsarge8329]

I think there is a pretty strong argument for with for 20ga for home defense. BUT if you've already got a 12ga and aren't interested in buying another gun it's the right choice.

[@lonzo61]

If you just go with the M-1, there is no need for a backup! Just keep a couple spare clips nearby.

[@geod3589]

My dad was a cop and I still have his old Ithaca Model 37 Deerslayer. It has "Police Special" engraved on the barrel. Barrel is designed to shoot slugs and buckshot.

[@DannyCurtis-g4n]

@@geod3589 Is that the one that you can hold the trigger back, and it will fire every time you chamber a round?

[@geod3589]

@@DannyCurtis-g4nYes! It's called the Ithaca Deerslayer. Hold trigger down and it fires when the pump is slid forward after chambering a round.

[@paulcondie2520]

​@@DannyCurtis-g4nMy dad got my first model 37 featherlight Ithica 12 gauge in 1977 when I was 12. Through the years I have acquired my grandfather's 16 gauge and may he RIP, my father's 20 gauge! I love my Ithica s! They are all model 37 featherlights. My grandfather's 16 is the oldest of the bunch. 💯💪🔥🇺🇲

[@christianspain3015]

That's a great gun

[@terrarecon]

This is good stuff! I am a former LEO and a prior serving Marine, and one of my MOS's was as a weapons instructor. I cannot agree more about the reliability of a shotgun for self defense in the home. I see too many people dismiss the shotgun in favor of SBRs or handguns based on ammo capacity. The point the Sherriff illustrated about being wakened in the middle of the night and grabbing your defensive arm and shoot like you are bright eyed and bushy tailed at the shooting range is an excellent point. Your situational awareness, motor skills are all still rousing from your zzzzzzzz's. With a shotgun you can identify a threat after waking up, be sluggish and still land a good hit to stop the threat level. And just to put a fine point on it, a lot of content creators and or know it all gun people, will review shotguns on their channel and suggest which one they recommend, and then dismiss a shotgun for home defense. Someone's critical thinking wires are crossed! What scenario is a shotgun best for if not "CQG"?! You're not using a shotgun to engage adversaries at 400 meters, they are for close range use, and the home defense protocol is where they excel at.

[@MidMo4020]

I’ve only heard “cruiser ready” from one person my whole life.. My late uncle. He was a Missouri state trooper back in the early eighties through about the mid nineties. This was how he always kept his 870 at home. Learned a lot of things from that man. Thanks for the video! 🇺🇸

[@kevinbreese5739]

Surprising because it's well known in the shotgun home defense world. I don't have any law enforcement family members but have heard about it a lot. It's how I've always kept all my pump shotguns in my house. But my main bedside gun is a Beretta 1301 which is just a pick up and click off the safety deal.

[@bobburnitt5761]

I have heard it before, but I don't hear it a lot, you know, the "Vernacular" changes with everything. To me it just means, keep it LOADED but the Chamber EMPTY. That is the way I keep mine, shotguns are NOT DROP SAFE. Really to ME, "MOST guns are NOT DROP SAFE". Dropping firearms is not good.

[@Lollygagger-k4p]

For defense it is the best and quickest way to get a shotgun into the fight. The Sheriff is completely right on that, and, although I own a very old 870, his point about the Mossberg havig the slide release in an ergonomicallt correct position is serious consideration for people who may be thinking of getting a shotgun. My ONLY criticism of the 870 is the poor placement of that feature.

[@miked.7722]

when I was a cop cruiser ready was one in the chamber and the tube full of shells giving you one more to use since 4 or 5 shots is a pretty low number. Don't know where this sheriff gets his info but he is so wrong on so many level other than if you hit a guy center mass with a 12g 00 buck he will die. Everything else he said was shit except for the part about not relying in on a handgun.

[@Lollygagger-k4p]

@@miked.7722 Yes, and the same result wil occur if hit with simple birdshot under 20 feet. I'm just not buying a lot of what was presented.

[@everettrhay4855]

“The right load, at the right range and they’ll need a shovel to scoop up the mess” - Clint Smith regarding shotguns for home defense

[@drfury39]

"A shotgun inside a house is a rifle" - Also Clint Smith kzbin.infoUgkxehjDuXPE8cHjECm4bZuXpDozBNL1bsig?feature=shared

[@everettrhay4855]

Mr.Smith is a national treasure.

[@honchotopshotta7589]

Don’t be fooled THE SHERIFF never said to make sure your daughters bedroom isn’t behind the intruder. He knows exactly why he left that part out

[@benjamin48th]

Bro shotguns don't make u onto piece's this ain't mortal combat doofus I'll be to scared to grab a shotgun and hide under bed

[@davidreed6264]

I use number 4s or bigger up to 00

[@mikeross2577]

Retired Lt. From Seymour Mo here, firearms instructor also. I couldn't agree more with your advice. I advise clients to keep a set of Walker ear muffs with speakers on the nightstand. We know what happens to our hearing when a weapon is fired inside the home. Stay safe!

[@powdermonkey5183]

I have a a pair just like you said. Shotgun is next to dresser and muffs on top, grab and go. I also have a light on the end of shotgun that would completely blind an intruder and give me complete view of friend or fo so an accident does not happen.

[@benthere404]

@@powdermonkey5183 That's why I keep a TX22 compact with laser/flashlight on nightstand and shockwave loaded in the corner. I easily center aluminum cans at 20 yards with the laser and the built in flashlight is blinding. I own many calibers but know 22lr is about the only one that won't damage hearing as much, if I have to scramble for the shockwave, my hearing won't matter.

[@NCGNTO202]

This is an underrated post.

[@madeirafonseca6383]

The ear muffs are excellent advice. I fired a gun in an enclosed area with no hearing protection, and it was ear splitting.

[@gunsquawk4443]

You're a clown. Nobody's gonna take time to put hearing protection on.

[@NorthwestBronco]

Great advice. I keep a Remington 870 Express Youth in 20G by the bed. Shorter barrel and a magazine extension. Six shots in the tube in #4 buckshot. Love it!

[@dmo848]

That sounds fun😊

[@gardeninggirlct]

Quicker pull..👍

[@Swampytheroot]

Nice presentation. I used to use #4 buck. I went to a class for armed defense personnel at Blackwater years ago. Their choice was #1 buck. 30 caliber pellets at 1400fps. It was a cheap load from a European manufacturer. Every pellet penetrated FBI ballistics gel to almost exactly 16 inches. The group was tight enough that at 10 yards, all the pellets hit in a 2 inch group on entry. No human could walk away from that.

[@User-nx7rs]

If you have a Mossberg or Remington you don't need to cut the barrel. Both companies sell home defense barrels right at 18.5 inches and are completely legal. Just remove the long barrel and install the short barrel.

[@jrwatkins3872]

Yup! Love my 870 R..bought the security barrel to preserve the longer hunting barrel.

[@User-nx7rs]

@@jrwatkins3872 most people don't know about the option of purchasing the short barrel or don't want to spend the money.

[@sethditman2197]

Benelli too!

[@honchotopshotta7589]

Don’t be fooled THE SHERIFF never said to make sure your daughters bedroom isn’t behind the intruder. He knows exactly why he left that part out

[@MaGZKaRmA]

@@honchotopshotta7589 Why do you keep saying that? If your daughter's bedroom is behind the intruder then can you shoot anything? NO

[@joejones1779]

I'm a recently retired Deputy Sheriff of 27 years a SWAT commander and firearms instructor. I couldn't agree more with you. A 18.5 inch 12 gauge shotgun loaded with #4 buckshot is my go too home defense gun. Thanks for your service and hope you have a wonderful day.

[@PunkN_JTM]

That may work for you but I stated it don't work for everyone, are you talking to the men or are you talking to the women? Thank goodness you're retired, you should retire from giving advice online too

[@joejones1779]

​@@PunkN_JTMYou don't even deserve a response from a professional like myself. Good day.

[@DocHudson420]

@@joejones1779if you call yourself a professional. You aren’t one…

[@DocHudson420]

@@joejones1779picking a weapon for home defense all depends on where you live and your situation. It will be different for everyone

[@chadhaire1711]

and did you POINT like the Goober in this video or AIM??????? Left that part out deputy dog

[@trentonjennings9105]

There are a lot of such videos here about the preferred firearm. And I'm not being critical of this one. The gentleman knows what he is talking about. But the problem is the little movie in our heads that we all screen write and direct. It usually involves imagining we hear a commotion at 2 a.m., jump out of bed with the preferred weapon and neutralize the threat. It isn't going to work like that. Nowadays with so many security cameras you can find (on here for example) videos of actual home invasions. They are chilling to watch because they demolish the little movie in our heads we all have. Home invasions typically involve more than one intruder because there is safety in numbers. They break in your door with huge brute force and rush in all at once. They then split up running through the house to find you in bed just as quickly as possible. You don't have time to do anything or even get your wits together. So, for that reason, it is extremely important to have what is commonly called a driveway alarm. There are two basic kinds - a metal detector for a vehicle in your driveway or a motion detector for a person coming to your door. They give you time to wake up, get your glasses, flashlight and firearm. In few seconds after you hear the alarm they will be crashing through your door and running into your house in one fluid motion. Be prepared!

[@DannyCurtis-g4n]

Damn good advice!!!👍🇺🇲

[@vincentslusser9205]

So true. This video + motion detector system = $$ No doubt !!

[@m.c.ballyhoo1494]

Facts early intel is imperative and improves your chances of survival any time, every time.

[@wuffa4503]

i have a driveway alarm and i built a three layer 150lb wooden plank steel reinforced door that even the police will not take out with their hand held battering ram.

[@dougbas3980]

800' driveway on 10 acres. My driveway alert is at 200' and I will be prepared when they arrive. Even Amazon deliveries are no surprise here (LOL).

[@keithplymale2374]

My dad who passed away recently was a deputy sheriff from 1964 to 1989. In going through stuff I found a Mossberg 18.5 inch barrel. Went down and looked through the safes till I found his old Mossberg 500A. Serial number is a B prefix and it comes from 1969-70. Put the 18.5 inch barrel in. Fit perfectly. I strongly suspect this rode in his patrol vehicle for many years. Has some rust spots on that I am going to get cleaned off. Oil it up and then in honor of my dad time to thump some shoulders next time I am at the range.

[@Curlyblonde]

Better to be judged by 12 people than be carried by 6 people.

[@user-qr7ee2cp4y]

Philandro Castille would still be alive if he wasn't carrying

[@HitoshiPenile]

@@user-qr7ee2cp4ynope. He’d still be alive if he didn’t tell the officer I HAVE A Gun. If buddy said I’m concealed carrying, what do you want me to do, while NOT making furtive gestures…. It would likely be different. Sorry victim card

[@user-qr7ee2cp4y]

@@HitoshiPenile want more examples? Breonna Taylor would still be alive if her boyfriend wasn't packing... admire Locke would still be alive if he wasn't armed... that stupid saying about being judged by 12 sounds good on paper but in reality it's NRA propaganda

[@jpw9560]

Wow. Cool cliche.

[@christophergleason5478]

Is it really? With today's prosecuting attorneys, you could be spending decades behind bars. That's right... decades. Spending 20-30 years in prison for "murder" isn't much of a life, especially in American prisons. You're more likely to get murdered by your cellmate than a random home intruder. Here's a realistic saying... "There's a lawyer behind every round that leaves your chamber" Modern self defense is basically an automatic jail sentence. So, in reality... it is NOT better to be judged by 12.

[@regeneratelifeacres6348]

I used to be your neighbor near Hallsville in Boone County. I've moved to Wright County. Thanks for passing on information to people.

[@bravotwozero535]

The mossberg 590 shockwave barrel is 14.3 inches . With a crimson trace laser sight, it works really well in low light conditions.

[@coincollector315]

It’s not considered a shotgun. It’s classified as ANY OTHER WEAPON so it doesn’t have the legal shotgun Federal standard he mentioned. You have a great tool there.

[@mojoman2001]

Muzzle climb and recoil make the Shockwave difficult to control, especially with buck shot.

[@dickjohnson7845]

shockwave is garbage. Any of those stockless shotguns are crap.

[@aaronf.186]

@@coincollector315actually it’s classified as a non-NFA firearm

[@JoseDiaz-hu9zj]

Not if you shoot with it braced against your hip, like you would a shotgun with a stock against your shoulder… I keep a light and laser on mine… but even without the laser I’m surgical with it… anyone that practices shooting it that way a few times at the range can learn how to aim that way… it’s not that hard

[@NSNorfolk]

Retired USCG 2 years ago. Got the chance to work with Marines. They convinced me to pickup a Mossberg 590A-1 for a number of reasons. #1 with me was the action andd location of the safety followed by the chambering design of the feed ramp. Like you, got mine used at a gun show for $200 including the bayonet 🙂 I became a #4 buck fan 20 years ago; hit center-of-mass and it's going to leave a mark.

[@davelindgren5245]

I agree with you, the location of the safety is what did it for me. I'm right handed but an left eye dominant so I close my right eye so I shoot rifles and shotguns left handed. The safety in the middle works for me and the rest of my family that shoots right handed.

[@DannyCurtis-g4n]

​@@davelindgren5245 Safety placement is VERY important.

[@johnwaddle670]

You sir are giving the very best advise to an individual that a law enforcement officer could ever give. Thank you sir for all you do. We the people got your 6.

[@veedreen]

Sheriff I do like your videos. As an EMT for 35 years I have worked with law enforcement a lot. Respect all the good guys and gals doing a great job out there. Thanks for these

[@unclejohnbulleit2671]

Waaaay back when I was still young, we used to carry the Rem 870 for boardings. In our range training, we knew that of the 9 pellets of 00 Buck, at least one would be a flyer, landing somewhere off the targets torso. What the Sheriff is saying is truth. If you are going to carry/use one of these, TRAIN with it. They are superbly reliable, easy to repair, and easily modified.

[@chadhaire1711]

And train by AIMING not pointing Goober....so what he says is BULLSHIT

[@JR15A2]

​@@chadhaire1711 There's a reason people throughout history who are experienced with all manner of firearms say, "Aim your rifle" and "Point your shotgun." Rifles have sights (for aiming), while most shotguns do not. It's that simple. Are you really calling people boomer-fudd names like Goober in KZbin comments for using traditional terminology that has been in common use for well over a century?

[@chadhaire1711]

@@JR15A2 You dont even know what a shotgun is for GOOBER. You "point" a shotgun at a flock of BIRDS with BIRDSHOT because it has a super wide spread, as wide as 5 feet on targets. You "AIM" a shotgun at PEOPLE with BUCKSHOT because it has a narrow spread.....10-inches at 10 yards. You aim then all 9 pellets hit target--you point NOT ALL pellets hit target, or miss, defeating the entire point of numerous buckshot loads in the first place. Just like you missed the point and obviously never have used a shotgun with buckshot. Move along.

[@JR15A2]

@@chadhaire1711 I know precisely what they're for, you old coot. POINTING (and firing) an old break-barrel shotgun with NO SIGHTS (to AIM with) DIRECTLY AT someone's chest while inside the average home will have EXACTLY the same result as AIMING (and firing) a Benelli M4 WITH fancy ghost ring combat SIGHTS (to aim with) DIRECTLY AT someone's chest at the same distance. That result will be a trip to the morgue. If you're still unable to comprehend the difference between aiming and pointing, maybe you should check your blood sugar.

[@JR15A2]

@@chadhaire1711 I know precisely what they're for, you old coot. POINTING (and firing) an old break-barrel shotgun with NO SIGHTS (to AIM with) DIRECTLY AT someone's chest while inside the average home will have EXACTLY the same result as AIMING (and firing) a Benelli M4 WITH fancy ghost ring combat SIGHTS (to aim with) DIRECTLY AT someone's chest at the same distance. That result will be a trip to the morgue. If you're still unable to comprehend the difference between aiming and pointing, maybe you should check your blood sugar.

[@mrwdpkr5851]

That's pretty much spot on with what Clint Smith said , They generally open up about 1" per yard from the muzzle .

[@spikedaniels1528]

// And that’s why Clint said you need to aim… the bad guy isn’t likely to be out twenty yards in your home

[@78tag]

....that is why it should be mentioned to people who don't understand - a shotgun is not a 'scatter gun' in close proximity - some people are good at 'pointing' accurately but you probably need to aim if you want hit something beside the background.

[@WilliamSirman]

Sound advice! Also, if you live in a neighborhood/area that is more densely populated, don't discount even smaller projectiles than #4 buckshot! Number 4, or 5, birdshot can be deadly at closer ranges, and you have a greater probability of not over penetrating common building materials found in homes today! Great Video! God Bless... Bill

[@FC-qe1wl]

Birdshot is not a wise choice for defense.

[@John5.56]

@@FC-qe1wlDefinitely not ideal, but better than nothing if that’s all you have/can get.

[@honchotopshotta7589]

Don’t be fooled THE SHERIFF never said to make sure your daughters bedroom isn’t behind the intruder. He knows exactly why he left that part out

[@TheRealFoonus]

The same can be said for those that live alone in a rural area - really can't beat the penetration and rate of fire of a 1301 loaded with 7 federal personal defense slugs. Crooks will learn very fast there is a big difference between concealment and hard cover.

[@jeremywilson15147]

​@@FC-qe1wlbirdshot is plenty at the right distance. It's hardly different from a slug within a foot of the barrel. At 15', it's still doing a lot of damage. And less risk of over penetration is a serious plus for some people.

[@robertslusser6753]

I'm a 73 year old former Marine (1968-71) and keep a Maverick 88 12 gauge with #4 buckshot for home defense. Living in a mobile home in a rather large park means I have neighbors all around so, even though I have 00 buckshot on hand, I keep the #4 for use inside of the home. The shotgun is not my only gun, but it's the one I feel most suited for my particular situation. My AR is my Winchester Model 94 30-30.

[@anthonyboatright6960]

Welcome home Marine.

[@miked.7722]

So you say you are a retired Marine 68-71, how long in the reserves? Marines in Nam used M 16s after they had their M14s taken away.I was a Corpman attached to the FMF (tell me what that means) how do you go from an M16 to a shot gun, never in country.? AR would be any Marines choice that I know.

[@retnav92]

​@@miked.7722He didn't state he was "retired". He said 73yo former Marine, and the dates of his service. Oh, FMF= Fleet Marine Force.

[@noahjkeely]

​@@miked.7722my best buddy's a Marine, last time he heard a bump in the night he told me it was his Beretta 92 (M9) he was reaching for.

[@robertslusser6753]

First off, I did not say I was a retired Marine as I served 3 years active duty. Boot camp was June - Aug. of 1968, Platoon 184 at Parris Island, SC. I was in the inactive reserve for almost 2 years after active duty and then finished out my 6 year military obligation in the PA Army National Guard as an 11Bravo E-5 Sergeant squad leader in an infantry company (C Co., 109 Inf. Reg). While in the Marines I got orders to WestPac after serving a year in El Toro, CA. From staging at Pendleton I was initially assigned to DaNang, Vietnam but about half of our company had our orders changed to either Okinawa or Iwakuni Japan. I served all of 1970 in Okinawa, serving as a 4083 COBOL Computer Programmer. FMF is short for Fleet Marine Force so I guess that you assumed I was not a US Marine. And as far a the shotgun goes, a 12 ga. pump shotgun makes more sense for self-defense in my particular situation. Semper Fi. @@miked.7722

[@CurtisBrusque]

Many years ago one of the shooting magazines (Shooting Times maybe?) ran an article where they tested different loads for effectiveness and over-penetration. IIRC they recommended #7 pellets; at indoor room-size ranges of 12 to 15 feet it would have little spread and turn the area it hit on a perp to hash, but would only pass fully through one sheetrock wall & be stopped in a 2nd wall.

[@mjohnson43136]

Don’t forget overall length. It must be 26” or longer muzzle to butt. That’s how they got Randy Weaver. He cut the barrel to 18”, but the stock was short and the overall length was below 26” and he was charged with a felony.

[@SheriffMattOller]

You're correct. Oversight on my part, but.......... dumb rule......

[@benthere404]

​@@SheriffMattOller Or just buy a Mossberg shockwave, 14.50" barrel and completely legal, as long as you don't change bird's head grip. Plus my 590s shockwave can shoot 1 3/4, 2 3/4, and 3 with no adapter needed. Stays loaded with 8 mini shells of buck.

[@SheriffMattOller]

@benthere404 I messed with pistol grip shotguns back in my narcotics days to have a "non cop" long gun (if you want to call it a long gun). It just wasn't a good fit for me. I found it much less comfortable to bring to a target. Now- that said, it had an 18" barrel....... overswing was a problem for me. The short barrel "pistol grip" stuff that's out there now may be a game changer. Sometime, I'll give one a try.

[@benthere404]

@@SheriffMattOller The wording nowadays is confusing, as the shockwave has a bird's head rear grip. When buying it, the gun shop owner specifically said changing to pistol grip in rear or adding vertical foregrip is automatically a felony offense.

[@SheriffMattOller]

@@benthere404 yeah. The ATF makes up the rules as they go along......... pistol grip, bird's head, 2x4, what's the difference? LOL. I tend to stay in my own lane on most things, but the ATF needs a makeover.

[@sokyoutdoors588]

Have a cousin who was an ER doctor in a large US city. He said bird shot is a man killer, he said he never seen someone shot with it at home defense range survive. He said there is no way to to patch someone up before they will bleed out be cause of how it shreds the flesh.

[@mikefleek9259]

My cheapo Benelli pump, has 7 in pipe , one chambered. #6 birdshot.That is alot of shredded.

[@0patience4flz]

You can't sew up ground meat

[@andrewtrotter9023]

@@mikefleek9259No such thing as a “cheap” Benelli. Assuming you’re joking.😅

[@directorbeau]

Less chance of survival with buck shot.

[@michaelfraser5723]

'lovely', thanks, man

[@lilcwa]

Thanks, Sheriff, for this honest video. Six years in the retail firearms industry and a fair amount of civilian tactical training, and I tend to agree with your reasoning. I sold an awful lot of 12ga shotguns to a lot of concerned new gun owners, and I always felt good about it.

[@jackjackattack9137]

Thank you sir, i live in Texas well armed but your point of view is eye opening. Blessings to you and yours.

[@k.howard5927]

One of the best videos I've seen on this topic. Excellent work.

[@richardbreting9641]

A couple months ago I picked up a Mossberg 590 in 20 gauge for home defense and I have a Remington 870 12 gauge already. I turned 74 on my last birthday and my shoulders aren’t the best. I agree with you that a good pump shotgun is hard to beat. I enjoy your videos and did subscribe to your channel.

[@bigpenguinfts]

20ga with no2 buck is an absolute unit.

[@Wootangtw]

Thanks sheriff…

[@bertkilborne6464]

I started handloading buckshot during the lockdown. There are a lot of options and I actually got some molds for #0 I bought a bag of #4 Buck also Practice is more affordable that way

[@Wootangtw]

@@bertkilborne6464 I need to do that… good idea

[@moreme40]

Keep the 870 and lose the 590. I’ve had bad luck with more than one Mossberg

[@rickzwayer2347]

Excellent advice with #4 buck. Used this loading in line of duty for several decades. Only additional advice would be to add a tension-adjustible two point sling and train with it in order to secure during transition if needed.

[@Averagegunenthusiast]

I have a Mossberg 500 with the 20in barrel holds 7 rounds in the tube, has been my go to since I bought it in 2005. I own an ar15 rifle, handguns and still prefer the 12gauge. I worry about the distance a 5.56 round will travel and still be lethal while a 12 gauge delivers more energy than a 5.56 up close but doesn’t have the effective range. It’s to me the perfect tool for the specific job of home defense.

[@binkyxz3]

People hunt with .223/5.56 out to 500 yrds. The 223/5.56 is least likely go thru the walls of your house (the bullet tumbles when it hits hard objects), the shot pellets more likely will. Tom Gresham at Gun Talk says this has been researched.

[@wedge7j7]

I love my Maverick 88!!!

[@johnnorman7708]

Short shotguns are serious stuff. In the pursuit of balance, it's too bad 16 ga guns aren't as available as 12s and 20s. The 16 ga shell with slugs and buckshot is very capable and has plenty of capacity to be even better than they currently are should a manufacturer bother to load such ammo. A 16 ga gun built on a 16 ga frame and loaded with ammo appropriate for the job is worthy of consideration for pretty obvious reasons. I believe #4 buck has a lot of things going for it. Pattern density is real impressive on targets. #1 Buckshot can split the difference and be darned impressive.

[@bradbuckinghamhandsomeprin6027]

Maverick county TX founded 1988

[@tjprudhomme3053]

@@bradbuckinghamhandsomeprin6027that’s some cool stuff

[@thewritingroom3738]

Agreed!!!!

[@galesams4205]

My unit in vietnam issued SAVAGE 12ga pump shotguns for ambush and VC control. Also the M-79 with 00-BUCK for search and destroy. 4th div. ARMOR RECON the highlands.

[@greglumho4125]

Glad you made it home. 👍

[@bhoward9378]

"Also the M-79 with 00-BUCK" WTF???

[@-1Patroit.]

The M79 is a grenade launcher what are you talking about. I think you need to take your meds .I’ve fired a M79 in the Army

[@mr.diversity2267]

Thank U Sir for explaining (to the newbies) about ‘Cruiser Ready’ storage. Very important.

[@lvtiguy226]

I appreciated this as well. I plan to buy a Maverick 88 for home defense. This advice will help a lot!

[@MIKE-se8ye]

Solid advice there, My 870 is in a similar condition.

[@garyelsik3376]

Thank you Sheriff for the explanation of why number 4 is good. I agree with you 27 “leaks” would be extremely effective. Good presentation Sir!

[@roypublic3269]

I have that Mossberg 500 also. It came with the long barrel and 18.5 barrel. Also came with a pistol grip and strap. U.S. Veteran, retired.

[@55dbau]

Thank you sheriff, finally some good succinct knowledgeable information, great video.

[@maineiacoutdoors689]

Thanks for this Sheriff! My Mav 88 is Cruiser Ready (with 00 for now).

[@casmithc2]

Great info on the #4 buck. I had always heard that #2 was the way to go.

[@GrimoneUSA]

Great video I have a Mossberg Maverick 88 on the way and it's good to know that there is people like you that actually cares about family protection in there homes ,thanks for the heads up on the #4 Buckshot I never knew that it had that many pellets ,keep up the great informative content and I'm looking forward for your next video

[@joshuasimpson1515]

Picking up my 88 tomorrow!! Just came in

[@christopherrobin361]

@@joshuasimpson1515 You'll like it. I have one with my 590s and the Maverick itself is reliable as any shotgun you'd get.

[@joshuasimpson1515]

@@christopherrobin361 dude I freaking love it

[@youngtiger1]

Sheriff, thank you for your insight about best home defense option and the ammo. Much appreciated!!

[@bethspahr9582]

I just bought a Mossberg 590 20 g 18.5" for home protection. I really appreciated how you demonstrated how to set up "cruiser ready". I have safety/ training classes already scheduled!!! Thanks so much for taking the time to make and post this video!

[@mr.diversity2267]

I agree 100%. My 12 gauge is my first resort and I train with it routinely. Whatever U choose, please train.

[@dannyhardesty3692]

Good video! I enjoy watching the Sheriff Grady videos out of Florida too. So, as you get an appropriate case in your jurisdiction we would love to hear about it for educational purposes. Thanks, again!

[@billboyden9489]

Retired 40 years as LEO. Was issued a Remington 870 about 95% of my career. Loaded with rifled slugs, not much going to stand after being hit by a slug. I agree for home defense #4 buck is my choice. Great video boss. Stay safe

[@chadhaire1711]

And using slugs did you POINT like this ill informed sheriff did or AIM Goober?

[@billboyden9489]

@@chadhaire1711 Always used my rifled sights

[@chadhaire1711]

@@billboyden9489 hope sheriff read this he needs an education

[@gordbaker896]

Slugs are for big game. Use 00 Buck or SSG's

[@billboyden9489]

@gordbaker896 bad guys in my view are " BIG GAME ANIMALS "

[@ricsmith2185]

My new favorite Missouri sheriff....... keep the videos coming sir and thank you for your service! 💙💙💙🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@BeardedBoonieHat]

Im a Maverick 88 owner. Over 11 years with one this month and a few thousand of rounds. Never an issue. Wouldnt mind a M590a1 someday, just for the cool factor. Know your pattern and switch to slugs if distance is an issue.

[@78tag]

...actually, distance is THE issue - this discussion is about home defense not a stand-off battle. :) :)

[@BeardedBoonieHat]

@78tag my home includes property outside of a building. Distance may require a slug, .556, or even a .308.

[@jamesforehand8181]

I’m 73 and have a 20 gauge specific for home defense but just picked up the new mossberg 940, man that shoots like you have a pillow on ur shoulder even with buck shot

[@blastedmcgraw152]

I very much want one of those 940’s!

[@briancaine9130]

Nice. What causes it to shoot so smoothly?

[@jamesforehand8181]

The recoil is so smooth

[@adamjames1375]

​@@briancaine9130 It's a semi automatic shotgun which operates with a gas system that absorbs alot of the recoil.

[@robertseafield5810]

Good video. I use the low recoil OO buck loads. At 25 yards they print around 11 inch patterns. Check your patterns with various loads. You will find one that works best from your shotgun. If the recoil bothers you, get a Kic-Ezz pad installed.

[@johndilday1846]

I don’t recommend using low recoil shotshells. When I was a police officer towards the end of my career, my department tried to utilize low recoil 00 Buck Winchester shells on injured deer from car crashes. They failed miserably on killing already crippled deer. I personally had a couple failures of those shells to penetrate deeply enough to kill the deer, which I was standing over! I was an armorer for the department, so had access to the old high brass 00Buck shells that we had been using before. I wrote up a memo to the Administration detailing my actions and why, and got them to approve switching back to the high brass full power loads. These loads were the old police loads, and some held 12 pellets, some 9, but they were accurate enough for close range work and hit a lot harder. Did they kick? You bet they did! But for home defense a person probably will be too excited to notice the recoil. Good luck to you.

[@robertkeller9828]

Got my Mav 88 for 100 bux used...It had the Cruiser "Pistol Grip" which even with #8 BirdShot transfered every OUNCE of recoil to my Wrist. It was HORRIBLE...No way to get a followup shot. Changed it out for 25 bux to a Mossberg 590S "Shockwave-style" Bird's Head or "Raptor Grip". MUCH, MUCH more controllable.STILL, I finally just found a used stock from a 500 series and settled with that...The Short Grips are just too punishing shooting either from the hip OR half-way forward from the shoulder. Advice...Just get a regular-style STOCK. Also, the 1 3/4 inch short shells are interesting BUT 1)Have inconsistent patterns 2)YES, less recoil BUT have a tendency, even in a pump with the adapter, to leave the shell case jammed in the shotgun..3)Are EXPENSIVE when you can find them. (Aguila's sell for about 2 bux a shell in a pak of ten). SO, learn to shoot #4 2 3/4 inch buckshot, with a regular stock and be satisfied. OH yeah...The Sheriff mentioned hand-guns...100% agree with his assement on Home Defense. HOWEVER, me at age 69+ have joined the AR-15 "Nation" and now have a 7.5 inch 300 AAC "BlackOut" AR-Pistol as my go-to home defense weapon. MUCH quieter (Reason it was originally called "WHISPER" and that was even before some folks started suppressing them. Helps save my hearing)..Much less recoil....Full Power out of that short barrel at 7.5 to 9 inches, 30-cal loads from 95 to 220 gr. Sub to Super-Sonic. AND, now with IAAC and AMMO, INC making affordable ammo, my FIRST round Grab-n-Go home defense. Oh yeah, 20-30 rds per mag. The Shotgun is now my second level with the Pistol 3rd....

[@robertseafield5810]

Good info. I never heard of any failures.@@johndilday1846

[@robertseafield5810]

I also have a 300 Blackout. and an AR-9. Agree on the pistol grip only shotgun. @@robertkeller9828

[@mr.browning7.624]

​@johndilday1846 there has to be something more to that story. Bad ammunition or something of thst nature. 00 buckshot at point blank range didn't penitrate a deer? Yes low recoil shells are less powerful but for a given weight of shot you're only stepping down maybe a couple hundred FPS.

[@GluteusMax777]

Springfield 40 XD in nightstand, 20g Stevens with #1 Buck beside my bed. Chihuahua (2) alarm system in my house. I feel safe

[@FC-qe1wl]

Yep sad that most people will spend thousands of firearms but will cheap out on an alarm system and you dont have to feed the alarm.

[@MarkoDeLaVoota]

I feed my alarm and it's faster than any alarm , 6th sense , auto lights don't come off yet but dogs know something is approaching

[@DrLanceFarr]

It is the Chihuahuas that scare me!

[@joepall323]

Me too, Springfield Arms 1911 (45) in the nightstand, Mossberg 500 12 ga. pump loaded with #3 buck in the corner, alarm system, outside camera's, driveway alarm and a Belgian Shepherd that's a light sleeper! I'm good...

[@haikujim1202]

Great video. No BS, straight to the point. More good info in this short video than most shooting videos show.

[@GeorgeKennedy-u4r]

In my firearm permit training class the instructor is a city police officer. I believe him when he said that most intruders can recognize the racking sound of a pump gun and would leave as quickly as possible the way they came in.

[@sixstrings1063]

If they don't and now know your location and weapon?

[@jerrymoran8323]

Excellent Post Sheriff, Practicality with reality. In 1967 when I went into business as the local gun store in a rural community, I knew folks wanted to arm themselves after civilian unrest and riots in that same year. Having experience in handgun training and believing with experience that home protection with handgun was a critical mindset training, So I started a training of the reality of using shotgun over a nervous shaking hand and inconsistent impact to threat using the Colt and B27 human silhouette targets. The Ithaca youth shotgun was the favorite for youth, small frame, and recoil conscience folks. When military guys ( Veterans) showed up with orders of deployment asking for home defense gun for family protection, handguns from 1911 45’s to Colt 25 automatics. Before selling any firearm, I took that time to step out back to the range to demonstrate the simple but complex if you are adrenaline charged issues with home protection. Removing the threat. After Q and A with potential user, we shot a couple of handguns including a revolver .38 special. Then the 20 Gauge pump shot gun. I then ask the potential purchasers to close their eyes and I racked the gun. The majority of thugs out there instinctively know that sound and pointing in their relative direction then firing, is certain injury maybe deadly. MOST often the shot gun was chosen over handgun. By the way the targets were on a wire that was advance toward the shooter starting at 21 feet and coming as fast as I could pull the attached line. Handgun hits I Or none out of 5 shots. 2 for 2 with shotgun and sometimes 3 . I always insisted the woman make the decision. Sometimes no sale and they would go to another gun store and purchase the gun the male counterpart wanted. A few instances over time after deployment the handguns were traded fo shotguns. Sheriff you video was professionally presented as any loving brother, father, or grandfather would do if not tainted with narcissistic attitude or over blown testosterone. I signed up for future videos. TRJM 🦅🍀🙏✡️

[@binkyxz3]

All you're saying is, in the absence of training, long sight radius (shotgun) is more accurate than short sight radius (pistol). People should train and I don't know anyone who wants to train with a shotgun. Your demo leaves out many other factors involved in selecting a home defense weapon.

[@LiveItLiveNow]

@@binkyxz3 Yeah, like when do you leave for work? LOL

[@PapaJoe224]

All great points! Love the idea of using the target moving toward you to train. Real world application should always be the main thing. To wit, over the years when coworkers (primarily women) have asked me about handgun selection for self defense, I always point out that they need to remember that they need to "train" to use whatever they choose as they will be using it! I explain that you will NOT be taking your time and aiming each shot when using the handgun so you should train to point and shoot. Train to be comfortable with firing multiple rounds in a burst at your attacker/intruder. Remember that adrenaline will be a factor.

[@30rdmaga]

Excellent video, I completely concur. I keep mine cruiser ready as well.

[@red9man2130]

Great video Sheriff! I agree! I would add that the best birdshot size for defense in my humble opinion is #4. At close range it would act as a giant Glaser safety slug. Also a Shotgun has a great intimidation factor. Often You will never even have to pull the trigger. A Shotgun also helps mitigate over penetration issues avoiding collateral deaths/injuries.

[@bluemouse5039]

That why in the old west when the town sheriff was called to deal with problem situations at the local saloon , the sheriff would always come with a double barrel 10 gauge as the peace maker because even a fast gun fighter did not want to square off against a shotgun with his six shooter revolver and other problems went away like Drunk Cowboys sobered up quickly, a gambler losing money at cards suddenly wasnt angry as He thought, when the prospect of being shot by the scatter gun was the other choice

[@lowellfultz1990]

18.5" just in case. I've had my DIY shottie tested by US Marshal's and a local PD (my son had some issues with the law BITD), and both dept's commented on the extra 1/2 inch.

[@1SGPARKER]

Great advice. Don't forget about wall penetration of anything you fire in home defense. If you live in a residential area, your neighbors may well be downrange on the other side of your wall. Do quite a few "dry fire" exercises slowly so you can imagine what might happen before you need to engage a threat. Where are your family members within the house? Practice finger placement - don't put your finger on the trigger until you've identified the threat, and you likely won't shoot the wrong person during stress. Lastly, remain calm and quiet.

[@randykalish7558]

Good stuff 👍. Unfortunately, I can only remain calm and quiet when I'm calm and quiet 😡. Lol

[@jrwatkins3872]

Great video and I agree with you regarding the shotgun. We live in rural deep mountains and my 870 R nests right beside me at night.

[@abw121]

As a retired LEO you are correct! Carried a revolver transitioned to semi automatic and polymer pistols. Along with 9mm or 45ACP pistols on night stand, the arm kept next to my dresser in bedroom is a Remington 870 loaded with bird shot. Because it can always be found locally.

[@paladin556]

Did they issue you bird shot when you were Leo? Of course not. Why go into a fight underpowered?

[@abw121]

@@paladin556 Have you been able to purchase a large assortment of 12 gage in your neighborhood? Here in People’s republic of Illinois. We have hard time finding any ammo unless you want to pay taxes on each round? Not to mention the 2nd amendment here has been trampled into the dirt making anyone who defends themselves including LEOs the offenders not the victims! I have seen too many good shooting turned into dog and pony shows for politicians. I still have rock salt in several 12 gage rounds. And consider them and birdshot less then lethal compared to 00 buck shot. And my better half has shot some great birds when I take her out with the boys. My point is what you grab your go to arm it has to work and work every time! No matter who grabs it?

[@stevesmith756]

@@paladin556maybe he’s worried about over penetration. Paul Harrell did a presentation on that and birdshot was effective. As a civilian he’s not covered by the department on liability now

[@rifleshooterchannel208]

@@stevesmith756Bird shot is not a reliable fight stopper. And no, some guy shooting groceries on video doesn’t mean anything. Anyone using or recommending birdshot for self defense is 100% wrong.

[@FC-qe1wl]

@@stevesmith756 There is a thing called Kinetic energy that makes the projectile do the work and fact is Birdshot does NOT have the KE required for defense. Look it up. And if birdshot is so good why does the Police and military use it ? I a defense event I want to stop the threat not play games.

[@dereksuddreth8672]

Excellent video Sir! I have a cheap 12 gauge pump for home protection, loaded with slugs. The worst part will be the clean up after the Sherriff leaves! I too have a back up pistol on the night stand, .40 caliber Taurus G2C!

[@kylekampa6721]

You must not have neighbors, or you hate them lol

[@ronaldrobertson2332]

​@kylekampa6721 I've heard Clint Smith say to never use slugs for home defense because that basically turns the shotgun into a rifle. Use #4 buck or 00-buck.

[@lindakitts4304]

I have a few small things but also purchased a pump for home defense. You explaining how to keep it ready sure helps! Thank you.

[@lpvs3254]

Great vid and TY! Mossberg makes the most noise when racked, that sound alone will cause most bad boys to take notice.

[@QuinnenTribble]

I wish our sheriffs in California were as informative and helpful as the Missouri sheriffs. I worry about getting punished more than the bad guys if I have to defend myself with a shotgun. I can’t wait to move to an American state.

[@juliojames5986]

If you find one, don’t tell where !

[@thefireman285]

This Sheriff seems to be one of the good ones. Don't make the mistake thinking that all or even a majority of Sheriff or Police in Missouri or anywhere else are honest oath keeping public servants. Just a example would be Forte from Jackson County, MO. A true Oath breaking coward, and an embarrassment to all good police. Record police everywhere, document and expose so we can help the good ones stand up and do the right thing. God Bless all the oath keepers, they truly have a very difficult time ahead.

[@juliojames5986]

@@thefireman285 agreed it is tough, but a no brainer 👍🏻 ! My belief is, there are more dirtbags than honorable, do the right thing type , especially at the Deputy level. Unfortunately .

[@chadsanislo560]

I hear ya...I'm in NY state so I feel your pain...I'm in the best county in NY for owning firearms but still...I would hope that the tide is turning for american patriots like us...

[@johnlozauskas778]

I thought it was law you have to move to Austin, TX if you want to leave the People's Republic of California. Good news is California will give you a parting tax. NJ is almost getting as bad. The major thing we have going for us here is the fact the Fanatical Religious Fundalmentists have not been able to kill abortions for women yet but they keep trying.

[@ThisIsWhatIDo77]

I do exactly what you do with my Mossburg 88 12 gauge. Its in the corner by the bed. The spring loaded hammer is released with safety off and I have no. 4's loaded. I like the reason to release spring tension, because hopefully the shotgun will be ready to use for a long period of time and not make the spring weak if it had been cocked. Also as you said, you don't have to think when you've been asleep trying to find the safety, after whatever reason you grabbed the mind changer weapon. One other note is I don't have any small kids in our home either, but that's a parenting issue to keep kids safe. One other reason for no. 4's would be if you lived where other people could get hurt thru walls. I think it would be safer than double 0 buck ? Good video.

[@howardjoiner7453]

I really enjoyed this man's analysis of the shotgun as a defense weapon. Probably on of the most insightful i have seen. I built my own trench gun, minus the bayonet, and lugs from a remington 870. I even put the old original style "corn cob" foreend on it for better gripping purposes. I do keep it loaded with 1 1/4 ounces of number 5 copper plated shot, as this is not likely to penetrate walls.

[@robertnelson1098]

Why NO bayonet....????

[@David-jd6go]

Great video. Thank you. Wife and I are empty nesters. Our bedroom is upstairs at the end of a 25 foot hallway. My 870 sits, in the corner, 5 feet away from our headboard on my side. I thought that 00 buck had too much "oomph" penetration wise, so I went with #1 buck.

[@efreutel]

I spent my childhood in Kirkwood, MO - a few hours SE of your location by car. Those woods bring back such fond memories. Missouri-,such a wonderful place to grow up in. I keep a Mossberg 590-A1 and a flat of #4 buck. Thank you for your service and the superb advice in this video. 👍👍👍

[@fly1327]

Paul Harrell tested different loads thru house walls and concluded rifles (AR15), slugs, and 00 buck over penetrates (many walls, think neighbors), birdshot doesn't, but the sweet spot was #4 buck (12 gauge) or #3 buck (way more common for 20 gauge). Unless you live rurally, that's a serious consideration.

[@SouthernShodan]

What I do like about a shotgun is that most home invasions still happen at night and most homeowners aren't ranchers (so think smaller houses or apartments). When the bad guy(s) are wide awake and you are just waking from a sound sleep, there isn't a lot of square footage between you and them. You want the max number of projectiles (#4 BK or larger) hitting on that first shot b/c the intruders typically don't like to remain in place for your follow up shots.

[@user-Cosmicplayhouse_]

So you like that round?

[@SouthernShodan]

@@user-Cosmicplayhouse_Yes. Number 4 Buck is good for apartments/condos due to less mass and less chance for over penetration. Still penetrates great, but shells like 00 Buck can overdo it at least in gel tests. 00 Buck is great though if you don't have attached neighbors.

[@ronlafitte6864]

I love this presentation. A 12 gauge shotgun is the best choice there is. I keep my 45 handy, to help me get to my 12 gauge. Sir, your ideas and thoughts are well planned out and backed by a lifetime of practice and personal experience. That is really what we all need, at a time like we are at today. THANK YOU, SIR!!! Liked and subscribed.

[@avlisk]

I had a Henry .410 but couldn't find ammo for it so I sadly sold it. Now, I'm shopping. Thanks for your opinions.

[@rickh8380]

Thank you Sheriff Matt for the tutorial and great information. New subscriber. Take care out there and be safe.

[@johnelder4273]

Hope you are feeling better Sheriff. "Cruiser Ready" is definitely the way to keep a shotgun. The only thing I would suggest is to mount a light on a home defense shotgun. You need both hands to run a shotgun so you can't really hold a flashlight. And you need to clearly identify what/who you are pointing a shotgun at. If money is an obstacle for folks they could just duct tape a small flashlight to the barrel until they can save for a tactical light and mount.

[@SuzanPeters-p4e]

Home defense is a man’s right to protect self, family, property…no matter what the liberals say.

[@ggvbb588]

Not property but if you’re life is danger or others in all means protect yourself. If someone is breaking into your car and you shoot you’re not gonna win that battle in court.

[@Punctuator10]

@@ggvbb588 Even in Castle Doctrine states?

[@jerryklooster438]

I don't think most liberals oppose the right to self protection. They just don't spend as much time and energy worrying about it.

[@StopWars420]

​@@jerryklooster438 well said. Only people I've seen saying to ban guns are foreigners.

[@brucepoole8552]

@@jerryklooster438liberal here, also a hunter all my life, believe it or not being liberal dosnt mean anti gun, more like anti corporate control of elections

[@KoolMB]

bought a semi for HD. not taking any chances playing with a pump action if shit hits the fan

[@waylonmccrae3546]

In the long run you have less chance of a pump jamming than the auto-loader , but to each his own as they will both take care of business !! Be Safe !! 🙂👍🏻

[@FREEALIENMUSIC]

Great video. I learned a little trick there with the trigger. I appreciate this honesty. It's got a good spread!

[@30rdmaga]

Your county is blessed to have a pro 2a sheriff. 🇺🇲

[@woodroez]

I love hearing you say "There are many kinds of shotguns," and then list all the popular pumps. 😁 I do like a pump tho. Will end up with a 590A1 someday I reckon. Was considering that top-of-the-line auto that Beretta makes but that is an outrageous amount of money to spend when there's so many alternatives that will absolutely do the job at one-eighth the price

[@SheriffMattOller]

I looked at a Beretta tactical autoloader at Grafs when I bought this Mossberg........ it was pretty darn cool, but it was also $1700......... as cool as it is, having $1700 gathering dust in my bedroom corner didn't seem as logical as the $200 pump gun. I mean, cool is cool, but practical is real. The average person in the world can't afford to spend that kind of money on a home defense shotgun, so I try to tune my stuff to the average, law abiding person rather than stuff the average person will never own.

[@mattreiter6556]

Just ordered a Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical from Exile Armory (they also have a youtube channel) for $936 total shipped to my FFL. The 940 is on par with the 1301 tactical at literally half the price. I also recently purchased the 590A1 and it is BY FAR the BEST pump shotgun I have ever owned.

[@hillbilly4christ638]

Get an extension tube, a side shell carrier, load up with ammo and practice. A shotgun is the most versatile firearm there is. Pump shotguns are more reliable generally. Moss berg or Remington. I had a friend that was a cop and they were pursuing a murder suspect and one of the officers fired their shotgun and the suspect was framed by the pellets. None of them hit him. The officer was some distance away and the pellets spread and just missed the guy. He gave up right there, but what a fluke that was. The guy was right next to a metal building and there was an outline around him. Crazy stuff.

[@DrLanceFarr]

In all the years I spent on the SDPD all the cops I knew relied on the Rem 870 12ga for their primary home defense gun and their duty side arm for their secondary gun. (Of course there are other high quality 12ga's out there.)

[@gregpace4676]

Thank you for this video, great advise. Hope for a speedy recovery. I would like to add that you can purchase a forearm grip with a built-, in flashlight for most of the popular pump actions for around $100. You don't want to be looking for a flashlight and struggling to hold both and you need to be sure of your target and background in the dark

[@SteveAubrey1762]

I've heard so many advocate the AR15 for home defense. I live in an apartment. I need to consider my neighbors. I don't want to hurt one of my neighbors . I think a shotgun, with the right load , stands a better chance of not overpenetrating than an AR15.

[@jshepard152]

It's been shown that jurors are MUCH more likely to convict someone in a self defense shooting who uses an AR-15, versus a pistol or shotgun. Prosecution paints the AR-15 as an evil assault weapon, and some people don't know any better.

[@mr.browning7.624]

Anything capable of incapacitating a human being is going to penetrate multiple layers of sheet rock before coming to rest. The rules of firearms safety don't stop applying in a gun fight. "Know your target and what's beyond" 556 tends to penetrate less than buckshot because of the nature of the projectile. Light weight and high velocity so it destabilizes very fast after passing through a barrier. At the end of the day, choose what you feel is best. Just make sure it's an informed decision and remember there are no magic bullets.

[@TonyMartin911]

Turkey or goose loads for close quarters work well

[@11bravo27]

Great Video, Lots Of Information. Thank You! And Thank You For Being A Sheriff.

[@AryehDenn]

It's been said many times : " Noth'n but noth'n says F#@k @@f like a 12 gauge shell to the face". It's hard to argue against !

[@philber57]

True...no need for an AR!

[@mr.browning7.624]

​@@philber57 I mean ARs are pretty effective too. Especially if loaded with the right ammunition

[@beerster]

St Louis here. Thanks for the great video and info.

[@h.s.thompsonduke8105]

Orvis sells a spreader load, where the pellets are like mini hockey pucks. Just point north, south, east, or west, and you will hit everything in a 90 degree radius. I alternate them with #1 being a spreader load birdshot load, followed by #04 buckshot, followed by flamethrower loads. That first round load ends most problems.

[@robertwilson9999]

Thank you, Sheriff. Appreciate the information. Yeah we use the 20 gauge at my house with number three buck seems to work with the women in the family a lot better take care. Nice to see a Missouri KZbin page.

[@johnb.8529]

That distinct sound of a 12 ga round being chambered. That alone is enough to make most common thieves leave. Anyone still in the house after hearing that is after more than a few possessions.

[@kicker6274]

Or it gives away your biggest advantage for winning a fight. Speed surprise and violence of action.

[@TheAsianOfChaos]

“Hurr durr racking shotgun make home intruder leave” 1. no. They know you are home if you are home. 2. You just gave away your position to someone likely meaning you harm… you idiot.

[@sixstrings1063]

​@@kicker6274yes it's a big advantage to keep the element of surprise on your side not the intruder

[@oldtwinsna8347]

Unless they too are armed, in which case they now are the one to point and shoot first while you are giddy that the sound made a difference... it did, but not in the way you expected.

[@UncleTerry]

@@oldtwinsna8347 yep that racking sound can be a double edged sword.

[@anamericanentrepreneur]

Great advice! I have a bullpup KS7 and love it. Also have my 1911 in nightstand.

[@briangoldy8784]

The Mossberg 500, 18.5 Barrel Pull the 3 shot Dowel, gives you 5 shots. Glock 19 on the Nightstand with Extra Mag. an Flashlight. Stay Frosty. Stay safe,

[@papabones-G48]

I also choose the shotgun for home defense. I put a magazine extension on mine but didn't cut the barrel because of the interchangeable choke, mine holds 11 rounds! I can take the extension off and still use mine for bird hunting. "KEEP ON KEEPIN ON"

[@rickysand1900]

Very useable advice. I love advice when it comes from those with experience, knowledge and practicality. Nice presentation!!!

[@abelincoln3261]

I'm going to clear something up for the serious minded adults here... A. Self-defense... what it is and how do you best prepare to defend yourself... 1: You make it impossible or as difficult as possible to get to you... How you ask, easy... you put in defensive windows and doors... that are impossible to breach... B You install a security system with both cameras and communication systems incorporated... C You have at your ready a fire arm... and access to a cell phone to call 911.... A bad person has to get to you to harm you.. if they can't get to you you are safe..

[@spiff1003]

A 200$ shotgun is way cheaper protection. :)

[@hubertvecht7255]

Wacko

[@busterhyman6633]

If only they had locked the door at Ford's Theatre. Sh*t happens honest Abe.

[@user-fz2ul7wl2d]

I vote you for president sir. That hallway is called a kill zone.

[@michaelm.7382]

A death funnel. Walk into it, carried out of it.

[@petealonso2535]

Thank you Sheriff.

[@RepentorPerish77]

I have a pistol on my nightstand but I have the Sugar Weasel in 300 BO as my under the bed gun. It’s easy to maneuver around, is very quiet with my can and packs a lethal round….31 of them

[@SW1243-br8xy]

So well explained, and love the completeness of the explanation.

[@MacDa-yy8xn]

Plus the sound of a pump shotgun racked in the dark is universal in any language.

[@lynnkramer1211]

This a Model 12? Worked in tunnels in 1970, I still have mine. Do you have a diverter on the barrel?

[@HelplessTeno]

Using the shotgun racking sound as a defense tool is a terrible idea and is only perpetuated through the gun community by fuds who don't know what they're talking about.

[@SonnyCrocket-p6h]

bs, 90+% of people have no idea what that sounds-like and it tells ME that you're too stupid to have a rd in the chamber when the crap starts.

[@karengordon6610]

I’m sure it does! It’s scary just listening to him rack it.

[@jmobr40]

​@@karengordon6610if someone recognizes, what the clicking sounds like, maybe not