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Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical SPX [Review]: Rough Start, Strong Finish
After a rocky start, we got the Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical SPX up and running. Find out what fixed the issue and how this shotgun performed overall.
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After a rocky start, we got the Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical SPX up and running. Find out what fixed the issue and how this shotgun performed overall.
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We cover everything you need to know about home defense shotguns, including ammo selection, storage, and accessories.

Don’t believe the myths. You can toss a light on a shotgun and we’ve rounded up the best lights to prove it -- from under $100 to over $100.
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An optic on a shotgun? Prepare to learn all about why an optic makes sense and which models we recommend you slap on your shotgun right now!
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What's sexy, Italian, and in our dreams? It's the Benelli M4 shotgun. Check out the best upgrades to make it the ultimate home defense gun.

Have a shotgun for home defense? We choose the best 5 upgrades you need to turn your scattergun into an effective home defense weapon.
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Mossberg 590 Shockwave collecting dust? Learn how to upgrade it into a fun, effective, and lightweight range gun with our Ultimate Shockwave build guide.
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Is the Bushnell TRS-26 a worthy upgrade from the TRS-25? We hands-on review it for build, clarity, robustness, affordability, ergonomics, and more.
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Find out what shotgun choke tubes do and the best ones for various hunting, clays, or trap shooting. Plus key maintenance and how to pattern your shot.

Need to carry more ammo for your shotgun? We hands-on cover the most popular methods from plate carriers to side saddles, bandoliers, pouches, and more.

Looking for the best budget red dot? We've been testing Sig's Romeo5 for years and will cover its specs, features, and view-through.
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Shotguns are some of the most classic firearms any of us own, but maybe yours needs an upgrade or maybe you just want to tinker with something. We took a look at some of the best stocks for one of the best shotguns - the Mossberg 500 family.