Buckshot vs Slugs vs Birdshot: When to Use Each (2026 Guide)

May 4, 2026May 4, 2026 by Nick Hall

Shotgun shells Buckshot slugs and birdshot

Buckshot vs slugs vs birdshot explained. When to use each shotgun shell type for home defense, hunting, and target shooting with ballistic comparisons.

Best Shotgun Ammo for Home Defense: Buckshot, Slugs & More (2026)

May 4, 2026April 29, 2026 by Nick Hall

The best shotgun ammo, 122 gauge you can trust

Best shotgun ammo for home defense in 2026. Federal LE132 FliteControl 00 Buck, Hornady Critical Defense 00 Buck, Federal LE132-1B #1 Buck, slugs and reduced recoil loads tested across five 12 gauge shotguns.