SHTF Shotgun

[Hotshot12]

I was thinkin about the perfect SHTF shotgun the other day while I was walkin through the gun store. I began looking at the saigas. I really liked them other than the fact that they're russian. I could live with them being russian though. I decided that my SHTF shot gun would be either a saiga 20 or saiga 410 (most likely the 20) with a aimpoint M2 red dot. Using a mix of slugs and buck shot and maybe some bird shot for hunting.
So what would yalls SHTF shotgun setups be.

 

[Texan2]

I like Saigas, as well as others, but why not a 12 gauge?

 

[chubbyzook]

mossberg 500 with the knoxx side winder kit and a few extra drums/mags, or a striker protecta cause they are cool

 

[majormadmax]

Personally, I like my shotties to be as short as legally possible...

That's a Mossberg 500 Persuader in 12 gauge, loaded with 4" 00-buckshot magnum rounds and with a SureFire 6P light with a 120-lumen bulb in it, and a red laser attached. It fills the niche between a pistol and a rifle.

Cheers! M2

 

[m24shooter]

Depends on what kind of SHTF you're talking about. Another Ike or something along those lines and if I have to grab a shotgun it will probably be this one-

 

[Meat Popsicle]

The Saiga 12 is a nice shotgun. However, magazines take a lot of practice to be able to change them quickly. My first time out with one I couldn't get a mag inserted faster than I could have slung 8 shells into a pump.

Pumps are simple, rugged, and versatile. Most people would either recommend a Remington 870 or a Mossberg 500/590.

 

[txinvestigator]

Mossberg 500, 20 inch barrel with Surefire forend, red dot and side saddle. You can hunt bird, deer and use it for protection.

 

[M. Sage]

Damn, M24. Is that a 14" barrel!? Awesome!

The Saiga 12 is a nice shotgun. However, magazines take a lot of practice to be able to change them quickly. My first time out with one I couldn't get a mag inserted faster than I could have slung 8 shells into a pump.

Pumps are simple, rugged, and versatile. Most people would either recommend a Remington 870 or a Mossberg 500/590.

Pumps need a lot (and I mean a lot) of practice so you won't short-stroke when adrenaline kicks you in the tail. I can have you changing Saiga mags in about 3 seconds flat in around 5 minutes.

 

[m24shooter]

Sage:
Yes it is. And I like it a lot.
Short stroking is something to be aware of and a possiblity with a pump gun that a lot of people don't consider.

 

[skychief12]

Nothing runs like an AK.

Saiga-12

 

[texas_titans]

Nothing runs like an AK.

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Nothing runs like an ak. That's for certain! In a SHTF scenario my rifle would be an ak. But nothing beats the simplicity of a PUMP. You can have a Saiga 12 but realistically how many mags do you have? I mean they are not as cheap or as common as regular AK mags. I vote for my Pump!

Rock on

 

[MR Redneck]

Any Shotgun is a good shotgun. Pistol grip shotguns are good for concealment and close, tight areas. Not really necessary for all out go get em.
Short barrels such as 18" are great, I have several.
My favorite is a 18" barrel 870 with a speed loader stock. Perfect for going and getting them. Whats great about a 870 is parts are plentyful. You can have different barrels for different things and not have to spend tons of money.
Piston grips are great for carry guns such as in you vehicle because they dont take up too much room.
Saiga are cool, I just dont like the bulky design. Might as well have a AK.

 

[mkillebrew]

I freaking love my saiga-12, I'm sure a 20 or a .410 would be fine too, if you're s girlyman... pumps are always nice too though

 

[M. Sage]

I freaking love my saiga-12, I'm sure a 20 or a .410 would be fine too, if you're s girlyman... pumps are always nice too though

20 gauge makes more sense for a defensive weapon, though.

 

[MR Redneck]

Your ruling out the 12 gauge? Why? OMG im so offended.

 

[Bithabus]

I freaking love my saiga-12, I'm sure a 20 or a .410 would be fine too, if you're s girlyman... pumps are always nice too though

Those are beautiful.

The 20 rd MD-Arms drum is driving me to get a Saiga -12.

 

[MR Redneck]

The drum mag on the Saiga is what catches my attention too.
I just wished I could get me one of these..............
AA12

 

[M. Sage]

Your ruling out the 12 gauge? Why? OMG im so offended.

Not ruling it out. Just saying 20 gauge makes more sense. You get a lighter gun, lighter ammo and less recoil in a package that's still extremely effective on target.

Actually, I wish 16 was more popular and not dying out. It splits the difference between 12 (usually too much) and 20 (just on the small side) very nicely.

 

[mkillebrew]

how about a whippet style auto-5 12ga filled with those mini shells, then you have capacity, compact size, less recoil, and the added sex appeal such a gun gives you, which is necessary for any post apocalyptic scenario. adjustable recoil spring allows a diversity of loads to be fired with reliability and no gas system to foul.

 

[thehemi]

Pump 12g with Knoxx stock and buckshot.
Reliable stopping power with minimal kick.