Best 12 Gauge Slugs for Defense & Hunting
What are the best 12 gauge shotgun slugs for self defense, hunting and competition? We have the best sledgehammers for your shotgun.
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Mossberg 500 Review (2026): 300 Round Hands-On Test
The Mossberg 500 is the best-selling pump shotgun in history with over 12 million sold. We put 300 rounds through one. Here is the full review.
Shotgun vs AR-15 for Home Defense: Which is Better? (2026)
Is a shotgun or an AR-15 better for home defense? Here we weigh up the options and give you the answer for the best defensive firearms
Best Shotguns for Home Defense for Women (2026)
Eight best shotguns for home defense for women in 2026. Shorter length of pull, manageable recoil, and prices from $299 to $1,499. Includes Mossberg 500 Bantam, Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol, and Winchester SXP Defender.
IWI Tavor TS12 Review (2026)
The IWI Tavor TS12 after 500 rounds: 15+1 capacity in 28 inches, three rotating tube magazines, switchable L/H gas piston, fully ambidextrous. The best home-defense bullpup in 2026.
Genesis Arms Gen-12 Review (2026)
After 500 rounds of mixed buck, slug, and birdshot, the Genesis Arms Gen-12 is the first AR-pattern 12-gauge that actually runs everything. The short-recoil design solves the ammo-sensitivity problem that killed every gas-operated AR-12 before it.
Used Remington 870 Buying Guide 2026: Eras, Variants, Prices & Inspection
Used Remington 870 prices by variant in 2026 (Express trade-in $200-300, Wingmaster $400-700, Police Magnum $370-430, Marine Magnum $550-850, Classic Trap $850-1,400), the 3-era manufacturer decoder, serial-prefix dating, 10-point inspection, and where to buy.
Mossberg 500 vs 590 (2026): Which Pump Shotgun Should You Actually Buy?
Mossberg 500 vs 590 compared. Magazine tube design, barrel compatibility, trigger guard, 590A1 mil-spec upgrade, and which pump you actually need.
Winchester SXP Defender Review (2026): 500 Round Test of the Fastest Pump Shotgun
The Winchester SXP Defender has the fastest pump action on the market thanks to its inertia-assisted design. We put 500 rounds through the 18-inch model and tested it for home defense. Full review with live pricing.