Should You Keep Your Shotgun Loaded?
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- Опубліковано 12 вер 2014
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Ish talks about whether or not you should keep your shotgun loaded in the home for self-defense.
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I have had people break in. Pumping a shotgun did not stop them from coming in, nor did it stop them from shooting at me. I leave a round in the chamber now, because pumping does not stop someone who comes in your home with a gun.
No one said it'll work 100% of the time and it takes half a second to rack a round.
Thank you. My question is is wise to keep 1 in the chamber on a gas operated semi auto shotgun? Someone told me if you drop it it will discharge.
They’re drugged and ready to rob. You’re not un hyping that
@@3nigma.3nctake half a second to get shot too
Your reasoning and rationale on the sound of racking your weapon is spot on. I agree 100%. Thanks for the info.
If I an awakened by breaking glass or the sound of a door just kicked in, I know they ain't coming for coffee and will be welcomed accordingly
Thank you for sharing the knowledge, I appreciate all you've done on you'r channel. Please keep it up!!!!
Thanks
Very informative...I am glad you mentioned your professional background, it certainly added substance to your presentation...thkx
if anyone is depending on the SOUND of a shotgun to save you then get a loud sound system with that que'd up ready to play LOL.
It is a nerve wracking sound if you are breaking into a house and that's the first sounds you hear
@@josephcarl4167 no somone thats already in the house probably just get shot because your depending on that to make them leave
Oh I'm not depending upon the sound to stop them I'm hoping it will. If not I have no qualms about putting someone down because I keep my mossberg loaded and ready. I was just simply stating that it is a nerve wracking sound
I don't depend on it. But I rather have them listen to it and Scooby doo out my house than shoot it. My daughter is just 2 weeks old. I don't think she's ready to hear a 12 gauge.
Great video very helpful, getting one soon for home defense.
I have an over and under. I keep both barrels stocked, with a shell holder in the nightstand. Still, I have to defeat the safety before it goes bang. It’s also in a discreet location I can reach quickly. With a pump or semi, I’d agree that in the tube is absolutely best. Great video!
I agree with you man, I mean when I wake up from a dead sleep my judgement an senses are no the best.
I agree with the universal effect of racking a shell being the first step in home defense. And believe me, I’m far from alone in that opinion.
I like how u talk; Clear, loud and slow!
Anything worth saying is worth saying slow... As for loud that's because im almost deaf!!!!!!! lol, thanks
Thanks for the advice.
I got my lever action beside my bed with the tube loaded up. 2 and 3/4 inch 00 buck. I'm comfortable enough to know that it will cycle that round properly into the chamber.
I found this quite informative. thanks for posting.
+Robert Scutero Thanks for watching!
Keeping a loud verbal dialogue (yelling if you have to) with you're family members is key. Intruders already know there's people in the house. They even maybe studied the home and know the layout. Verbal Communication is key to identify you're family members...
Thanks great video, good info. I keep my shotgun same and for same reason.
jpwraider13 thanks and thanks for watching
I keep the tube loaded with 3" #1 Buckshot, hammer at rest to avoid wearing out spring tension. I can load my Winchester SXP pretty quietly. its action its smooth as silk.
I don't want to scare someone off or give up my position, I keep a round in and dead men tell no tales (my lawyer even said its better to have a dead intruder than a live one in the hospital)....but i'm controlled in a situation after my time in personal security where threat assessment was a continuous job even on break, I don't just shoot at a noise. We don't get people just breaking in where I am though, we have gangs come in from a sister city so they're already armed and ready to do what they wanna do.
+wolfie83 thank god somebody gets that. never give away your position, know your target and it's background and be able to shoot before the other guy.
Good job. Thanks.
Good video. i just got one. and I don't know much about shotguns. so thanks for the tip...
Thanks for the video, good sound advice.
Seth Adam thanks
Ish's Tactical Solutions racking a shotgun is not an international sound people that brake in to house most likely do not know what that sounds is. the reason you shouldn't have a round in the chamber is because most shotguns are not drop safety. and if it falls ove it could go off.
To your title for the video I say, "Should you keep gas in your car?
Bill never keep gas in your car it very dangerous lol
Lol.
No, it's more like "should you leave your car running". Having a full tank of gas is like having it loaded but none in the chamber. You'd still need to turn the car on
I fully agree. I was keeping it in my closet because I wanted to make sure I was wide awake before I pointed that shotgun. I also tend to have sleep terrors ... mostly I wake in a half dream state once in a blue moon if I am too tired. I do keep mine cruiser ready. Mostly because they are also not drop safe. I wish I could trust myself enough to keep it bedside.
UzeHerName your doing what you can and doing what you should. You are giving yourself the best chance for success while being safe. Humble but yet intelligent person does such things. Thanks and thanks for watching
Thank you. I appreciate the feedback.
Thanks for the video. ☺
Thanks for the video!
Eternal Resolute thanks for watching
Great advice. Good video.
Thanks
just got my Maverick 88 4 weeks ago haven't even got to shoot it yet.....good video man.....yeah I know what video your talking about he stated racking it is a waste of time if the persons on drugs and you letting the perp know your home and could charge you.....lol good video once again
I never thought of it like that. By creating an extra step (chambering a round), it really would create a higher sense of alertness. At least for me, knowing I'm "hot" takes my mental state to the next level. i've always had that debate even with my handgun. To each their own and each persons skill level and preference will ultimately determine what choice they make.
You gotta good spirit man
I agree 100%. Nice video bro. Keep it up.
Thanks
Thank you! Great video. I was leaning strongly towards doing it that way anyway for similar reasons but it's good to hear someone sensible make a case for it now I feel more confident in my decision. I also plan to buy my mom a youth 20ga pump and hoping if she is ever confronted with a threat that the gun will be an effective intimidator and she will not be advanced on. She has suspected someone snooping around a few times outside and is afraid. This shotgun will give her a very intimidating voice when her own voice is not scary in the least. I would bet if someone is snooping around, maybe planning a home invasion and hear that, they might think twice. She did use to do competition skeet shooting so they have plenty of reason to be afraid, I just want the potential intruder to know that without finding out the hard way and hopefully avoiding a dangerous up close confrontation.
Well with me looking the way I do now im afraid!!!! God bless you for taking care of her. Be a sport and help her get to the range. She obviously loves to shoot.
Just racked my Mossberg 590 on a rattler and it wasn't detoured any but made a nice stew though. cool vid. -951-
First and foremost great video but I would disagree with the universal sound of racking a round in the chamber. I personally keep mine locked cocked and ready to rock. This is a great video but in my opinion with my 10+ years in military service I do not like giving my position away or what I'm bringing to the fight. That being said your opinion nor mine is wrong or incorrect were just stating opinions. Racking a round is a great deterrent if its someone in your house unarmed and just looking for a easy score, but what if its someone who plan is to do harm or is mentally unstable either by drugs or just naturally disturbed. If someone is in my home unannounced and illegally I have to assume the worst. and as I mentioned my military m.o.s. ranges from a 11b & 18b also 37f. Go Benning & Bragg. And I know battle is different from home invasion but being woke up in the middle of the night not knowing who or how many and what's there objectives that's enough to get anyones heart pumping causing nerves to be on tilt along with the weight of the safety of family members, children, spouse ect... needing time for the night vision to kick in and accountability of family and enemies all at once if possible is enough of a stress test. I just feel not needing extra steps saves time and being silent as possible levels the NOT KNOWING FACTOR on both sides. But if your going to have firearms in the house it's a benefit for everyone in the home to train with the weapon (only if there willing to pull the trigger) I 100% agree with never point unless your committed fully to defend yourself. Doesn't mean u have to pull the trigger but you have to be able if needed. also practice home invasion or confrontations exit plans or safe rooms or even safety signs when calling out. Kids are u OK. All clear letting u know there room is safe or some other steps of measures. As He stated you never want to distress anyone in your home or someone looking for help weather it be a stranger or friend just stopping by unannounced. Just my opinion on the keeping 1 in the chamber weather it be a shotgun, pistol, rifle. some situations are different maybe due to kids safety but there are accessories out there to help with that as well. I keep my 12 guage next to my bed as well but I have a fingerprint vertical lock holding mine cause I have a 2 year old and 12 year old. I still want quick access and safety for my kids as well. Great video glad your taking your time to educate people and its people like yourself who keep our rights protected and help us protect our constitutional rights by informing people of gun safety and maybe some liberals might see Vids like these and see that the tax payer isn't the one who needs stiffer laws. Not everyone lives on congress hill protected by our own private arms. keep up the great work. Sorry so long but I take these very serious and the more people know the safer everyone can be.
Big Daddy I agree
I think you'll find this podcast enlightening then, especially with the panel consisting of retired or active duty LEOs and Military. Chuck Pressburg 20+ in the US Army's SOF and the other folks there all agree that a lot of things give away your position. ua-cam.com/video/-y_Rb_FI-p4/v-deo.htmlm50s
your the man thanks for the vid
the ak i have next to my bed is pretty loud when you rack one too but ya im like you tube full safe off just rack one in
Good sense.
I have a semi auto Winchester Super X, no racking... Should I keep shells inside but open, not locked in yet or open shells out next to it or strapped to the stock?
I check UA-cam EVERY day to see if youve uploaded a vid. #wecomeback!
Thanks
I have a bullpup shotgun the mag that is full and nothing in the chamber and safety off on the side of my bed. 1 step rack it. I have had a home invasion happen in my younger years. By the time I woke up and the door flew open in my room and turned around the gun was in my ear...no time. I live alone and I put my mountain bike in front of my front door when I go to bed if it opens the bike will fall giving me some time or they run away.
Right on !
Mario Dantonio thanks and thanks for watching
Is it bad for the springs to leave it loaded?
Your right.
Yes, next question
Good advise regarding not keeping a shell in the chamber.It's too easy to switch the safety off and most shotgun triggers have a light pull. The sound of racking the slide would scare off anyone that had even a little bit of sense. Only exception would be someone that was totally drunk or high on drugs.
It's been a while. Great video.
Thanks
Mathaius833 11B
great!
i have a close personal friend whos LEO and says the same thing. he said the sound of a shotgun being racked scares the shit out of people, more often than not a perp will give up immediately.
Good points. One reason I dont keep my shotgun condition 1 compared to my pistols, is that most shotguns are not drop safe. Even with a safety on, if a shotgun takes a substantial tumble the sear could release the hammer.
That is true but remember not all pistols have a drop safety either. Condition one, you must have been a m249 gunner in the day! Thanks
We all have our reasoning for what we do..great info and great video, however I’ll continue to keep mine chambered 💯
Brave camera person lol 😂
I disagree. You should always have your weapon ready to go. I have a semi-automatic shotgun so my wife can use it. In a stress situation it is easy for a novice to short stroke a pump shotgun. Even experienced people can short stroke a pump shotgun in a stress situation.
Good video joel, hows ellie doing?
I agree with u that the way i wood but that sound dose not scare iny one one night some guy got in my buddy house he react it and the guy just gave him a warning and he pulled his pistol and shot at my buddy
Thx that helpful
Your welcome
YES!! One in the magazine!
Does it cause damage or warping to the shotgun shell if stored in the magazine tube for too long?
Over long periods it can cause the spring to wear but they are cheap and easy to replace.
well said .. if they leave with out shooting great , a 12 will make a mess and lots of leakage .. guess who gets to clean it all up after everyone is gone .. plus all the damage to your wall board , lamps and 52 inch color t.v .. .. best to let them go ..
Him: "never point a fire arm at anything you aren't willing to destroy"
Him just a bit later: *points gun at camera man*
was thinking same thing, hopefully they were holding camera to the side
Great video brother! I just bought an h&r partner 12 Ga. Pump home defense shotgun and wasn't sure how to about keeping it loaded or not and I feel comfortable the way you demonstrated! Thanks
Armed Patriot glad I could help, thanks for commenting and thanks for watching.
there's also another big reason why you keep a shotgun chamber empty it's because most shotguns are not drop safe that's why police departments keep them Cruiser ready magazine tube full empty chamber safety on.
there have been many officers converting a patrol car into a convertible
Oopsydaisy07 ᅳᄃ yep
I agree with you it is a deterrent, anytime someone is pointing a weapon at another person hopefully it's a deterrent if not may God be with them.
Make sense when it comes to people with rational thought. I wouldn't be so confident in that in case the intruder is drunk or drugged up or just insane.
Yes
I keep rounds in the magazine, it only takes a few seconds to pump it.
I understand your view, but what if the round doesn't chamber correctly. A few seconds when you are in a situation where you only have seconds to react, could cost you your life.
good video
All my guns stay loaded so I can assume they're all dangerous and deserve the ultimate respect. If I have to stop and figure out which is loaded and which is not. I'd get killed in a confrontation. Nowadays 2-3 guys may kick down your door and they will usually bring more than harsh language. But I can respect what you're saying bro.
Very well articulated but I have to disagree. I like any weapon I am depending on for life and death situations to be loaded including the 'pipe.' I will say, however, if the user in question is not completely well-trained/versed in the firearm be it long or short might very well be served by nothing in chamber in order to avoid a catastrophic shooting--but then again, if the user is in fact a newbie than perhaps he or she should seek guidance before arming themselves for either Home or CCW. But, that's me and that this Gent of whom is obviously well trained in the platform and probably can run a pump as well as a semi. God Bless.
What's the make and model shotgun in the video? I can't seem to place it.
+John Krug Benneli nova super pump 12 ga. Thanks
Thats a nice shot gun you have
yes. video over.
I always have a shell in the chamber. If someone breaks in while I'm home, I'll tell them if you don't turn around and leave then you're going to die. As long as you don't shoot them in the back then there's no way you'll be convicted of manslaughter or murder. Michigan has a stand your ground law. I'm legally able to do just that.
Camera man looking down the barrel 👁️👄👁️
um, yeah.... the sound of a shotgun getting jacked is the international auditory command to trow up your hands and drop your bowels. that sound is the one last "less than lethal" warning before you have to go to "lethal" actions. great video.
what kind of shotgun/rounds do you use?
Winchester high brass oo Buck and basically any type of slug
I'm a new shotgun owner and this was a good, helpful video - thanks! I love the second amendment.
Thanks
I am too. Looking forward to training often. Stay safe
no flashlight...
Racking scaring off invaders is a HORRIBLE assumption that will get you killed. Sure dont keep a shell ready to fire, but in the tube is fine as you said. Hopefully it will scare someone, but never use that as fact
I agree with you i do keep my shotgun loaded beside my bed. But i think having to cycle it is pointless because if they have a gun you just gave away your position. If someone is in your home shoot first and if there is anything left ask questions.
but none the less good video man.
The moment I know its an intruder im racking it....
It’s smarter to not have a round chambered in a shotgun when being stored. Most shotguns are not drop safe.
Hey ish, what kind of shot gun is that?
Brandon Judkins Benelli super nova
You keep your shotgun with rounds in tube but in the action thats the way i keep mine to i agree it is safer in the home
+Wayne Godfrey I'm well under the impression that the less you have to do to get ready for a leathal trigger pull, under stressful adrenaline dumps, the better also.
I understand there are several reasons not to keep the gun chambered in the home if it is not secured, (kids, house guests…etc). Basically, to avoid accidents. And there are those that say to not rack the action because it gives away your position, which is debatable since addressing a perp with a command or shining a flashlight also gives away your position. And, the age-old debate over chambered vs. non chambered will always exist. It's a personal choice which should not be made lightly.
However, the belief in the concept of "the sound of racking the action is a much safer way to deter intruders so you don't need to have a potentially accident-causing-round in the chamber" is contradictory. By racking the gun to create that "sound", you are loading a round in the chamber! If the situation arises that you find it necessary to point your gun at a home intruder, why is having to cycle the action more ideal than the gun already being fire ready? If someone is not competent with their loaded "home defense" weapon, they might want to consider other defensive options. Note: I'm referring to a home defense situation, not a car carry or walking-the-property situation. Just my opinion.
I see everybody here condemning you for this or that reason and the bottom line here is....EVERYONE has their own opinion and needs to stop! You do what you believe and only you will know in the end if you were right or wrong. "opinions are like a**holes....everybody has one"
Yes, everybody has one and they are all entitled to share it.....
yup that sound scares everyone I gotta Mossberg 500 pistol grip folding stock I take it wit me cause I do armed security at marijuana Despensories and grow farms in California lol
Big reason you NEVER keep a shotgun with a round in a chamber is a shotgun is not drop safe regardless of the safety. Just search gun fail to see video of loaded shotguns leaning against a wall fall over and go off. That is why cops have shotguns in cruiser ready in their vehicle because the round will go off if you get in a crash or whack it hard enough pulling it out of the bracket. It is also the reason home defense shotguns should have a sling.
starshipfantastica yes sir
For me, tube loaded minus 1 , chamber empty , safety off , #4 Buck...inside the house
If racking the slide isn't a deterrent, then it just proves you need the gun. Yes, it gives your position away, but if your intruder is stupid enough not to take the hint, then you're all the more justified in shooting him. Better still, use a semi-auto and bypass the dilemma altogether.
Man if enything the sound of the shotgun racking back with just make them fire at you
How many yards can u can shoot with a Stevens 320
I must admit that ive never shot a Stevens 320! Typically the standard for a 12 gauge slug coming out of a 18 inch barrel is 200 yards on a point target. For 00 buck we never go passed 25 yards.... Area target and maximum effective range im not sure.... Thanks
I recently purchased a Stevens 320, great shotgun! Was shooting clay pigeons at lease 50 yards away possibly farther.
Although the racking of the shotgun slide could be a deterrent but likewise gives your position away to the bad guy(s) !!! I personally would rather be locked and loaded for bear and that means one in the chamber and 2 in the tube with all 3 being 00 buck shot with safety on of course !!! That way the only motor skills that has to be used is to switch the safety off and then combat ready if need be !!!
“ when I was a deputy “. Not one anymore?
I agree with you %100 I'm glad I'm not the only person who has there shotgun next to my bed I have it filled with the chain and ball ammo on it I feel sorry on who ever I ever I have to use it on jajajaja
Can anyone tell me what kind of shotgun that is?
Benelli super pump
@@ishtacticalsolutions awesome, thankyou!
I agree about leaving the chamber empty, but I would not depend on the sound to deter an intruder. Try reversing the process. Shoulder the gun and then rack one into the chamber. If the noise does the trick, that's good, but if the intruder wants a war, a flick of the trigger gets the job done. One added advantage is that small children would have a difficult (if not impossible) time of racking a pump shotgun. If your kids are big enough to rack one, then they should be trained how to properly handle one.
You are correct on the shouldering the weapon to rack it! That was a bad demonstration on my part.....
A good way to practice the method I described is to use it when pheasant hunting. It will make your hunting partners feel secure and it teaches you discipline. Instead of just throwing off a shot at a bird, you'll take the time to properly shoulder and point the gun.
I keep all of my home defense firearms loaded because you will not have time to if someone is already coming in the front door
This only works for pump guns.
An auto does not make that noise when you chamber a round.
I understand the philosophy but I disagree with pretty much all of this. One - charging the weapon will, most-likely, deter a non-violent threat; however, for someone that is there to fight or do you harm, you just gave your position away and the attacker can position himself based on your location. Once that weapon is charged, you are most-likely going to bring the fight to the attacker, which they know. Unless you are stating that you are not going to charge the weapon until you visualize the threat, in which case, you've already lost.
Two: you pointed your shotgun at the camera man/woman, loaded or unloaded. Yes, I am being that guy because it should not be done, period.
+TryntK Gave your position away? its your home, and he's gunna position himself in your house, mostly likely in the dark to gain the advantage over you?????
Exactly, it's your house - he/she has no fucking clue where you are at until you pump that gun. If you are sleeping, you mean to tell me that he's going to hide in a corner until you have to dump in the middle of the night? Right....
We can talk about scenarios all we want; the reality is if I hear something go bump in the night, I would prefer the element of surprise rather than pumping a shotgun in hopes that he too doesn't have a gun and wont flee out the same window he busted or door that was kicked down. When this person breaks in, they don't know what room anyone is in and must go through a process of elimination (assuming you don't have children) until he gets to your room and then they just one a Darwin award.
I also conceal my handgun when I am in public for the same reason. I don't want to advertise to any possible threats what kind of shit I have or that I am ready to fight.
how much can u bench?
oscar rodriguez 4 plates, lol
I can do 4 plates too EASY brotha! Of carne asada! Lmao
add 1 more person to the mix because nobody invades alone these days racking gives other person time to plan ahead
Most police that I've seen don't carry a pump with one in the chamber because they don't have a drop safety. I don"t like keeping mine with one in the chamber because the weapon is cocked and that little trigger safety is just not enough "Safety" for me unless I'm holding it and anticipating discharging it for whatever reason. Any firearm especially the shotgun is nothing to take lightly. If it fell and discharged, it would be very bad for whatever or whoever was in front of it.
A good portion of cops that kept there shotguns loaded now have holes in the floor, roof or trunk and that's a fact! Lol, thanks