Shot a 12g for the first time today

[farfromahero 1]

I bought a m500 a few weeks back and I finally got around to putting 30 rounds or so through it at the range today. I have shot skeet before but god damn this has some more kick to it especially with 00 buckshot in it.

 

Here is a target with 6 shots fired in 3 rapid fire pumps at 30 yards. It is not terribly impressive but, for my first time with a 12g, I think I did alrite.

[Krdshrk 3,878]

I think it's dead

 

Buckshot/slugs hurt more than birdshot!

[Smokin .50 1,907]

I guess you're ready for a semi?

 

A heavier gun won't kick as much. Rub your shoulder a little and be thankful you didn't have to shoot untold boxes of buck & slugs in a single match.......

 

NICE target though & glad you had some fun!

 

Dave

[farfromahero 1]

Yea, I know they hurt more. But, the range I was at doesn't allow bird shot, so I figured go big or go home with the 00 buck. I am sure that the Knoxx stock from Blackhawk helped with the recoil as well.

[vjf915 456]

Buckshot/slugs hurt more than birdshot!

This. Target loads are MUCH easier to shoot than buck and slug shots.

[Krdshrk 3,878]

Yea, I know they hurt more. But, the range I was at doesn't allow bird shot, so I figured go big or go home with the 00 buck. I am sure that the Knoxx stock from Blackhawk helped with the recoil as well.

 

Knoxx recoil reducing yes, the regular one.... no.

[M4BGRINGO 139]

Broke my Saiga-12 in with 20 rounds of #00 buckshot from the shoulder, then another 20 rounds from the hip. Was trully a "blast"!

 

Gotta take the Mossberg with the pistol grip out sometime and see what that one feels like.

 

I think I will need 3" magnum shells to trully have fun though....................

[71ragtopgoat 23]

Knoxx recoil reducing yes, the regular one.... no.

Which one?? Compstock or spec ops ?? Leaning twards the compstock.

[farfromahero 1]

I think I will need 3" magnum shells to trully have fun though....................

Well you out man me my friend. I was happy with Remington 2 3/4 express and bought a case of 3's just to feel the difference. I must say, I'll lay of the magnums for a little aha.

[AnthonyG 36]

When I first got my nitro mag 887 I shot about 30, 3" magnum rounds and got a blood blister on my shoulder. I bought one of those limb saver recoil pads to put over the stock. It made a world of difference I shot over 50 magnum rounds on my next visit with no soreness at all. I just bought a box of 3 1/2 inch Super Magnums and am honestly afraid to shoot those lol .

[alowerlevel 77]

I have shot skeet before but god damn this has some more kick to it especially with 00 buckshot in it.

 

 

 

 

 

I am drunk, and I approve this message

[Krdshrk 3,878]

Which one?? Compstock or spec ops ?? Leaning twards the compstock.

 

Spec Ops recoil reducing. Px4Storm here has one.

[M4BGRINGO 139]

When I first got my nitro mag 887 I shot about 30, 3" magnum rounds and got a blood blister on my shoulder. I bought one of those limb saver recoil pads to put over the stock. It made a world of difference I shot over 50 magnum rounds on my next visit with no soreness at all. I just bought a box of 3 1/2 inch Super Magnums and am honestly afraid to shoot those lol .

 

Didn't know there was such a thing. I'd love to go try a box with ya, just tell me what to buy and where to meet you!

 

I love the kick. Can't say I'd do it all day long, but I'd love to give it a try!

[mcbethr 42]

Whenever I hear someone pontificate about recoil I always thing of what Herger the Joyous said in that movie: "The 13th warrior:"

 

"Grow stronger!"

[Mr.G 8]

I have not fired mine yet. is the 00 low-recoil shots much noticeably tamer than regular 00?

[mcbethr 42]

Personally, no. It still feels like a block of wood hitting your shoulder at 40 miles per hour.

 

But if you think that's bad, wait till you see how the guy at the other end feels...

 

I have not fired mine yet. is the 00 low-recoil shots much noticeably tamer than regular 00?

[M4BGRINGO 139]

I guess it depends on the gun you are shooting #00 buckshot from. I was shooting mine out of a Saiga-12 which is a semi auto and had a nice kick, but very comfy. If you had an over/under or a side by side or a pump style gun, you will certainly feel more of the punch with one of those.

 

I have used a Remmington 870 and 1100 and the 1100 is much easier on your shoulder for sure. I bought that type of gun because there are times I will shoot 125 rounds in a row Trap Shooting. The 870 would certainly beat-up my shoulder with that many rounds.

[Mr.G 8]

I guess it depends on the gun you are shooting #00 buckshot from. I was shooting mine out of a Saiga-12 which is a semi auto and had a nice kick, but very comfy. If you had an over/under or a side by side or a pump style gun, you will certainly feel more of the punch with one of those.

 

I have used a Remmington 870 and 1100 and the 1100 is much easier on your shoulder for sure. I bought that type of gun because there are times I will shoot 125 rounds in a row Trap Shooting. The 870 would certainly beat-up my shoulder with that many rounds.

 

Ah, makes sense - if you are shooting plenty then semi is the way to go. I personally don't mind the kick (I tried other full size pumps) but bought low recoil shells in case my wife need to shoot it. I just bought a Maverick 88. I guess its still going to be too much for her if she's shooting 20 shells.

[lunker 274]

Whenever I hear someone pontificate about recoil I always thing of what Herger the Joyous said in that movie: "The 13th warrior:"

 

"Grow stronger!"

 

Great quote. An excellent and underrated movie. In my top 10 for sure.