americanshootingjournal.com 8/29/2018
Having a 12-gauge for home defense is basically the norm.
For those that are looking at the 20 gauge for the same purpose.
There isn’t any problem using a 20 gauge shotgun for home defense.
At close range ideal for home defense the 20 gauge is just as effective as
the 12 gauge.
Using the 20 gauge can have a lot less recoil than the 12 gauge.
Which translate to better shot placement and this will usually encourage people to shoot with it more.
So why isn’t there more people using the 20 gauge for home defense?
Is it because it lacks power than the 12 gauge?
Well, it has to do with the lack of support from the gun industry.
Its easier to find shotguns for 12 gauge for home defense and hunting in the gun stores. Many law enforcement and military have 12 gauge shotguns developed for their purpose.
This article isn’t about discouraging the use of the 20 gauge.
Its just that life is easier for the 12 gauge gun owner.
Here’s the scoop from Youtuber Chris Baker of LuckyGunner.
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