Shotgun Reviews: Everything Scattergun

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Shotgun Reviews: Everything Scattergun

BY Eric Hung, Published Dec 18December 18, 2019

Ah…the ole scattergun! From roundups of our favorites to putting individual shotguns to the test, you can find it all here.

Best Semi-Automatic Shotguns of 2023

BY Matthew Collins, Updated May 7,May 7, 2023 96 Comments

Want to pick the best semi-auto shotgun for yourself? Learn how they work, various recoil systems, and pros/cons of the most popular ones out there.

9 Best Home-Defense Tactical Shotguns [Hands-On]

BY Travis Pike, Updated Feb 26,February 26, 2023 406 Comments

Quickly learn what makes a tactical shotgun, why it's so effective, ammo selection, pros/cons, and our best home defense shotgun picks.

Best 3-Gun Shotguns: Smoke the Competition

BY Brandon Harville, Updated Feb 21,February 21, 2020 13 Comments

If you're looking to get into competitive shooting, you'll need a good 3-gun shotgun. We've rounded up some of the very best available to help you get started.

Best Bullpup Rifles & Shotguns: Break the Rules

BY Travis Pike, Updated May 29,May 29, 2022 56 Comments

Bullpups are so different. We'll cover the best bullpup rifles and shotguns, their pros/cons, and the best models out there right now.

Best Beginner Shotguns for Bird Hunting

BY Brandon Harville, Published May 14,May 14, 2017 6 Comments

If you want to get into bird hunting, you'll need a good shotgun. We've rounded up some of the best of the best to get you started off on the right foot.

Best Shotguns for Skeet, Trap, & Clay Shooting of 2023

BY Alice Jones Webb, Updated Apr 30,April 30, 2023 17 Comments

Getting into the world of skeet, trap, or sporting clays? We'll go over the differences, what makes a great purpose-built shotgun, and our favorite models.

Best Benelli Semi-Auto Shotgun: M2 vs M3 vs M4

BY Travis Pike, Updated Jan 30,January 30, 2022 21 Comments

Looking for a Benelli semi-auto shotgun? We go over the differences between the M2, M3, and M4 variants. By the end, you'll know which one is best for you.

Best Home Defense Gun of 2023 [Shotgun vs Pistol vs Rifle]

BY Eric Hung, Updated May 14,May 14, 2023 102 Comments

Shotguns, pistols, and rifles. What's the best home defense gun for you? We go over the pros and cons of each complete with favorite models and ammo picks.

8 Best Budget Guns for New Shooters [Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun]

BY Travis Pike, Updated Sep 11,September 11, 2022 46 Comments

Picking your first gun can be a hassle. So, we're taking the guesswork out and providing you with some great guns for new shooters...that are affordable!

Best Remington 870 Models & Upgrades: 5 Builds

BY Travis Pike, Published Apr 2,April 2, 2019 17 Comments

The Remington 870 is one of the best shotguns ever produced. But there's so many models and even more upgrades. We walk through our 5 fullly upgraded builds.

Best Rifles & Shotguns for Women (From a Woman)

BY Megan Kriss, Updated Nov 3,November 3, 2021 11 Comments

Looking for the best long guns for ladies? We cover our favorite rifles and shotguns that are lighter, have a shorter length of pull, and reduced recoil.

8 Best Survival Rifles: Light, Foldable, & Lots of Ammo

BY Travis Pike, Updated Jul 5,July 5, 2022 44 Comments

Need to survive the wilderness and get back to civilization in one piece? We cover our definition of a survival rifle and our 5 best picks.

7 Best Folding Truck Guns of 2023

BY Travis Pike, Updated Apr 30,April 30, 2023 61 Comments

Looking for a little extra firepower in your vehicle if a situation needs it? We cover several of the best trunk guns out there across calibers and budgets.

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