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Load Up for Anything With the Kel-Tec KS7 Shotgun

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4 Defensive Shotgun Myths and Fables That Refuse to Die

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Crimson Trace Lasersaddle: A Smart Addition to the Mossberg Shockwave

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The Remington V3 Compact Is Designed Specifically for Smaller Shooters

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New: The Browning Citori White Lightning Over & Under Shotgun

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EAA Introduces 12-Gauge MKA 1923 Bullpup Shotgun

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Does Your Home Defense Shotgun Need a Choke?

When it comes to a home defense shotgun, there is a healthy balance of not enough spread versus too much — so is a choke necessary?

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Personal Defense World No. 212

Gun Review: The Remington 870 DM Magpul Shotgun

The Remington 870 DM Magpul 12-gauge pump shotgun is the perfect tool for protecting your homestead.

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Wilson’s Rob Haught Special Shotgun Is Built for Defensive Use

Wilson Combat has teamed up with famed trainer Rob Haught to design a new shotgun touted as being ideal for home, vehicle or ranch defense.

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Former Porn Star Mia Khalifa Turns in Shotgun to Austin PD

Ex-porn star Mia Khalifa turned in her shotgun to the Austin Police Department for safe destruction after the Santa Fe High School shooting last week.

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Mossberg Shockwave: Now Available in .410 Bore for Home Defense

The enormously popular Mossberg Shockwave non-NFA 'firearm' is now available in a lightweight, low-recoiling .410 bore version for home defenders.

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The 5 Must-Have Guns for Every Purpose Imaginable

Different guns have different purposes, but there are five 'must-have guns' that truly allow shooters to take full advantage of their attributes.

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First YouTube, Now Reddit: Site Bans Gun ‘Transactions’ & ‘Gifts’

Following YouTube's lead, popular discussion site Reddit has announced a new policy negatively impacting firearm owners and sellers.

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The Beretta SL3 Premium Over & Under Blends Beauty & Reliability

The Beretta SL3 Premium Over & Under shotgun boasts snazzy looks and a feature-rich setup for reliable field use.

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New for 2018: Stoeger Freedom Series Shotguns

The Stoeger Freedom Series 12-gauge shotgun lineup is enhanced with factory-installed, extended magazines to eliminate the need for aftermarket parts.

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Mossberg Announces Three New Maverick 88 Pump-Action Shotguns

Mossberg has unveiled 6-Shot and 8-Shot flat dark earth versions, plus a top-folding stock version of its Maverick 88 shotgun.

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Tavor TS12: Meet IWI US’s Very First Bullpup Shotgun

IWI US's gas regulated Tavor TS12 bullpup shotgun boasts three magazine tubes for a total potential capacity of 15 rounds plus one.

Personal & Home Defense #204

.410 Defensive Duo: Henry Lever Action Shotgun & Taurus Judge

The Henry Lever Action .410 shotgun and Taurus Judge .410/.45 Colt revolver undergo range testing and team up for guard duty in a home invasion scenario.

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