are the shotguns from Walmart any good?

[toys2cool]

I had a shotgun my brother in law had given me, some old piece of crap...but after a couple of years he asked for it back :smiley1: what a loser..why give it in the first place right?

well anywayz, I saw some at wal-mart that were pretty cool, one was a black one 12G for $187 and a Brown & black old school looking one 20G for $227

I filled out the forms that take a week to be able to get them, anyone see these or know if they're decent for the price? I don't know much about shotguns :grin:

[Werewolf]

Probably as good as their guitars.

[toys2cool]

Probably as good as their guitars.

lol :smiley1: I was just reading online and they're suppose to be pretty decent, but wanted to see if someone had experience with them

[MicromanZone]

Just get this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hfLZozBVpM

[toyman]

They are ok if you are going to target shoot,the baretta they carry is probably the best shotgun they have.If you want a 22 the henry and ruger are the ones to get.

[toys2cool]

Just get this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hfLZozBVpM

if it were the mid-evil times for sure :smiley1:

[toys2cool]

They are ok if you are going to target shoot,the baretta they carry is probably the best shotgun they have.If you want a 22 the henry and ruger are the ones to get.

target shooting for sure, but more for home security :grin:

thanx

[Megospidey]

I've got the Maverick 88 for $157 and am very pleased with it. I use it during deer season here and for home protection.

[toys2cool]

I've got the Maverick 88 for $157 and am very pleased with it. I use it during deer season here and for home protection.

awww... that's probably the one they had that had sold. I saw the price tag but nothing on display

[Mikey]

I used to own an old Mossberg

Great shotgun - never failed me :)

Used it mostly for shooting groundhogs and possums

[Hector]

The Mossberg 500 12 gauge shotgun is the way to go for self-defense...super reliable...solid shotgun...and costs only about $350...the best shotgun for the buck...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9kGOSDrcq4

I want to get this one as well...but I have to finish my Mustang first (almost done)...

:yes:

[Hector]

I had a shotgun my brother in law had given me, some old piece of crap...but after a couple of years he asked for it back :smiley1: what a loser..why give it in the first place right?



Low class...I wouldn't have given it back...even if it was a crappy shotgun...I'd rather throw it into the garbage can...out of pure principle.

[Hector]

Just get this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hfLZozBVpM

Sorry...shotgun wins...

:smiley1:

[Hector]

BTW...you can get different kinds of ammo for that shotgun...birdshot, buckshot, and slug (it's explained in the video)...it all depends what you need the shotgun for.

[Brazoo]

I don't know - I'm a lover not a fighter. I just wanted to post this:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnhI_ECOAK4

[Hector]

Home intruders don't usually care if you are a lover or fighter...lol.

I like having weapons...I sleep better at night...

:biggrin:

[toys2cool]

The Mossberg 500 12 gauge shotgun is the way to go for self-defense...super reliable...solid shotgun...and costs only about $350...the best shotgun for the buck...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9kGOSDrcq4

I want to get this one as well...but I have to finish my Mustang first (almost done)...

:yes:

that's pretty sweet

[toys2cool]

Low class...I wouldn't have given it back...even if it was a crappy shotgun...I'd rather throw it into the garbage can...out of pure principle.

that's what I wanted to do, but my wife said just let him stick it up his *** so we don't ever owe him anything which i agreed :grin:

[toys2cool]

Home intruders don't usually care if you are a lover or fighter...lol.

I like having weapons...I sleep better at night...

:biggrin:

same here :smiley1:

especially lately, I've been having nightmares about someone breaking in...so just wanna be safe

[Brazoo]

Hey guys I make no judgments! Seriously, I hope you get a good deal!

I just don't know anything about shotguns and I wanted to post the Junior Walker video because it rules :grin:

[livnxxxl]

Hey Da, That sucks man! I hate Indian givers. No I don't I take that back. :grin:

Seriously though I do dislike people that give you something and then want it back. Makes a lot of sense to give it huh?

Anyway...I know nothing of the Wal-Mart guns. With Wal-Mart selling it I would be a bit leary. I put little faith in Wal-Mart's merchandise.

Best of luck to you! :cool_y:

[Mikey]

I'm guessing the newer models are easier to handle - my old Mossberg had one hell of a kickback.

It was literally like holding and firing a cannon :smiley1:

No matter what kind you get just make sure you first test it out firing at the hip

[toys2cool]

I'm guessing the newer models are easier to handle - my old Mossberg had one hell of a kickback.

It was literally like holding and firing a cannon :smiley1:

No matter what kind you get just make sure you first test it out firing at the hip

i'll keep that in mind, thanx guys

[alex]

What a strange thread, I cant imagine walking into a super market/store and buying a shot gun. :smiley1:

[jds1911a1]

What a strange thread, I cant imagine walking into a super market/store and buying a shot gun. :smiley1:

one of the truly great things about America we can get guns in Walmart and Kmart

[livnxxxl]

What a strange thread, I cant imagine walking into a super market/store and buying a shot gun. :smiley1:

Wal-Mart is America's one stop shopping source for just about anything on your shopping list (except for REMEGO's:sad:) :smiley1:

You need a shot gun? NO PROBLEM

You need an oill change? NO PROBLEM

You need an oil change for your shotgun? NO PROBLEM

You need a Mattel retro action Mego figure? SORRY - WE DON'T CARRY THOSE. :grin:

[Adam West]

I don't much about guns (never owned one). Someone I know who does own a gun for home protection told me that they would recommend taking a gun safety course and give you an opportunity to shoot various firearms. They said, they will give you tips on different guns for different purposes and probably good advice as to whether it is worth buying a basic model at Wal-Mart or going up market a bit knowing that you are basically using it for self protection. I personally have avoided owning one because I know it would have to be loaded at all times if there was a break in. I know it is easy to imagine that you would remain cool under pressure be able to load, take aim, etc. but it usually doesn't work out that way. I just have never felt comfortable taking the risk in the offchance that my kids found it and started fooling around with it. Ironically, my dad had two guns that were kept underneath his bed and loaded at all times. I knew not to even think about looking at them unless I wanted a beating and although he basically had it for home protection; I never saw him fire a single round even though I knew he had seen combat action in Korea and grew up on a farm hunting so I don't think he would have had any reservations about using it if someone broke in.

[Mikey]

What a strange thread, I cant imagine walking into a super market/store and buying a shot gun. :smiley1:

It's actually uncommon to find guns in any department store.

Walmart and K-mart are two big exceptions.

In the sticks (like around where I am) most people get their guns at the local sport/fishing shop

[Adam West]

It's actually uncommon to find guns in any department store.

Walmart and K-mart are two big exceptions.

In the sticks (like around where I am) most people get their guns at the local sport/fishing shop

There is some hole in the wall shop we always pass when we vacation in West Virginia called "Honeymooners Gun shop". I have been half tempted to park and take a look around but then I let common sense get in the way.

[argent007]

You'll probably have some work to do on your house (walls, etc.) in addition to cleaning up your floors, if you use a shot gun for home defense. That said it can be effective. And you don't need to be a very good shot.

[alex]

You'll probably have some work to do on your house (walls, etc.) in addition to cleaning up your floors, if you use a shot gun for home defense. That said it can be effective. And you don't need to be a very good shot.

LOL............., yeah I can imagine in houses in the states, the walls are just made of card, it would be like swiss cheese.

[Gorn Captain]

I could use some cheap assault weapons.
Could any of you ship some heavy artillery out to me? I'll trade you a carded Mego Joker for an AK-47...

Don't forget to put "gift" on the customs receipt....:smiley1:
I don't want to have to raid the customs office demanding my guns!

[Adam West]

You'll probably have some work to do on your house (walls, etc.) in addition to cleaning up your floors, if you use a shot gun for home defense. That said it can be effective. And you don't need to be a very good shot.

Hopefully, it will never have to be used. I have my trusty Pug and Golden Retriever for home protection and if things get really out of control, my 11 year old has a replica Red Rider BB Carbine Action BB Gun right out Xmas Story and that thing has some power for a one pump BB gun. We had some rabbits in our garden a couple of weeks ago and joked around with my wife that I should shoot them with Ole Blue. My wife told me to go ahead thinking it would scare them off until I informed her that I probably would kill the rabbit. She insisted no way could I kill a rabbit with a BB gun. I guess she really has no clue the damage that bb gun can inflict. I can shoot an aluminum can from at least 50 yards away and it shoots a hole right through it. I realize a rabbit and aluminum can are different but it would be a 15 yard shot and not 50....as a side note I was kidding about shooting the rabbit and surprised that my wife was insistent that the bb gun could not kill it.

[Mikey]

Back in the early 80's it was my trusted Mossberg that saved me and my dog from getting attacked by a rabid skunk.

He was chasing my dog and I ran inside to get the gun.

When I got outside he decided to chase me instead ....

I jumped into the back of my pick-up bed for safety and popped him from there.

It sounds a little funny, but at the time it was scary as hell.

[jwyblejr]

If you have one in your area,I think you'd be better off going to Bass Pro Shop.

[Gorn Captain]

Back in the early 80's it was my trusted Mossberg that saved me and my dog from getting attacked by a rabid skunk.

He was chasing my dog and I ran inside to get the gun.

When I got outside he decided to chase me instead ....

I jumped into the back of my pick-up bed for safety and popped him from there.

It sounds a little funny, but at the time it was scary as hell.

It does sound like a great cartoon, Mike...:wink_y:
Was this skunk even rabid, or just going through a difficult emotional phase?

But I shouldn't say anything: I've never even seen a skunk, far from meeting one that's in attack mode...

[Mikey]

It does sound like a great cartoon, Mike...:wink_y:
Was this skunk even rabid, or just going through a difficult emotional phase?

But I shouldn't say anything: I've never even seen a skunk, far from meeting one that's in attack mode...

Seriously, after I shot him I took the body to my local dog catcher ... He's also the local game warden.

He sent the skunk's head to the state capital (Trenton) for examination.

A month later the results came back he was rabid.

I don't do anything halfass :)

[Gorn Captain]

Seriously, after I shot him I took the body to my local dog catcher ... He's also the local game warden.

He sent the skunk's head to the state capital (Trenton) for examination.

A month later the results came back he was rabid.

I don't do anything halfass :)

Remind me never to get into an argument with you....:grin:

[Adam West]

I don't think animals like skunks, opossums, etc. are generally aggressive in nature toward other animals and especially humans unless they are rabid. They must live in great numbers around our area since seeing one that became "roadkill" isn't uncommon but it is rare that I see one walking around in the wild.

[toys2cool]

If you have one in your area,I think you'd be better off going to Bass Pro Shop.

really? cool i do have one a few miles away :grin:

[mego maniac mark]

Walmart shotguns have armed many felonies across the nation. So for that they are perfect

[johnmiic]

"You'll shoot your eye out kid!"

http://sas.guidespot.com/bundles/guides_s0/assets/widget_diA3IEdRzn3yeaIlJF0ms5.jpg

[toys2cool]

anyone know the difference between a 12,15 & 20 gauge ? thanx

[Random Axe]

Growing up in a hunting family I've fired just about every legal firearm available. I've never heard of a 15 gauge. Twelve is the most powerful commonly used shotgun shell. I've seen 10 guage occasionally but I don't think anyone still makes ammunition for it. My personal favorite is the .20 gauge. I have an Ithaca over/under double barrel that is eerily accurate. You can get different loads for various ranges and targets.

For home defense, go with the widest spread. I doubt anyone would really want to kill an intruder if they can help it. A spread shell will distribute pellets in a wide perimeter that will wound but unlikey kill within 10 feet. A tight-spread shell or a slug, at that same range, will remove the intruder's torso while his legs kick around on your kitchen floor.

[toys2cool]

Growing up in a hunting family I've fired just about every legal firearm available. I've never heard of a 15 gauge. Twelve is the most powerful commonly used shotgun shell. I've seen 10 guage occasionally but I don't think anyone still makes ammunition for it. My personal favorite is the .20 gauge. I have an Ithaca over/under double barrel that is eerily accurate. You can get different loads for various ranges and targets.

For home defense, go with the widest spread. I doubt anyone would really want to kill an intruder if they can help it. A spread shell will distribute pellets in a wide perimeter that will wound but unlikey kill within 10 feet. A tight-spread shell or a slug, at that same range, will remove the intruder's torso while his legs kick around on your kitchen floor.

yeah I they had a sign of a 15G one, I had never heard of it either...so the 12 is good then right? thanx man

[Random Axe]

D, the 12 is fine, just be prepared for what comes with it. It's got a helluva recoil, it's loud as hell and it's going to do mass damage. My advice is to go out to a field somewhere, private property, and practice with ear protection. You need to get used to what it's capable of before you go to use it when it really, really counts. I hope that never happens. Just go blow the crap out of some coffee cans for an afternoon.

[toys2cool]

D, the 12 is fine, just be prepared for what comes with it. It's got a helluva recoil, it's loud as hell and it's going to do mass damage. My advice is to go out to a field somewhere, private property, and practice with ear protection. You need to get used to what it's capable of before you go to use it when it really, really counts. I hope that never happens. Just go blow the crap out of some coffee cans for an afternoon.

will do bro, i appreciate it , thanx again

[Hector]

Going by your posts here, Damien...I don't think you should get a shotgun...

:smiley1:

[Mikey]

For home defense, go with the widest spread. I doubt anyone would really want to kill an intruder if they can help it. .

That might be true, but that kind of thinking is also very dangerous for yourself and your family.

If you pull out a gun and only wound him, he will come back at you if he can -probably with his own gun and he will try and kill you.

It's why cops are taught not to fire at legs.

[Hector]

that kind of thinking is also very dangerous for yourself and your family.

If you pull out a gun and only wound him, he will come back at you if he can -probably with his own gun and he will try and kill you.

It's why cops are taught not to fire at legs.

Exactly.

[Hector]

It's why cops are taught not to fire at legs.

All that TV and movie cop thing about shooting to only wound...LIES...lol.

If you are armed and shoot back at officers...they will shoot to kill...even if you start running...they will shoot you in the back as well...there's no such thing as being gentlemanly in real life and death situations.

Also another Hollywood myth...that a cop will wait until you draw first...what a crock...it never gets to that point...the cop will shoot you...lol.

[toys2cool]

Going by your posts here, Damien...I don't think you should get a shotgun...

:smiley1:

lol I told you I know nothing about shotguns :smiley1:

I'm more of a handgun glock type of guy :grin:

[toys2cool]

All that TV and movie cop thing about shooting to only wound...LIES...lol.

If you are armed and shoot back at officers...they will shoot to kill...even if you start running...they will shoot you in the back as well...there's no such thing as being gentlemanly in real life and death situations.

Also another Hollywood myth...that a cop will wait until you draw first...what a crock...it never gets to that point...the cop will shoot you...lol.

yeah my brother in law's a cop(the same idiot who took his shotgun back from this thread) and he's always saying, when you shoot you shoot to kill

[Hector]

Get a crossbow...those suckers are bad arse...silent but deadly...

http://www.likecool.com/Gear/Military/PSE%20TAC%2015%20Crossbow/PSE-TAC-15-Crossbow.jpg

:biggrin:

[Brad]

+1 on the model 500 Mossberg! I have had mine for 25 years now and it is a great gun. It came with both a shot and slug barrel. A friend of mine sold his with the shot barrel and gave me the old slug barrel so I use that when it's in home protection mode. We have a few different handguns too. Maggy even has her own 38 and a carry permit from PA.

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a373/Brad_and_Maggy/Brads/1c16d2d1.jpg

Works great for hunting too.
:grin:

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a373/Brad_and_Maggy/Brads/hunting.jpg

[Mikey]

Brad, in that first picture you look like you're going to kill JFK :smiley1:

[Brad]

Brad, in that first picture you look like you're going to kill JFK :smiley1:

:smiley1::smiley1::smiley1:



Before Maggy ever moved out here she wanted me to send here a picture of myself holding Bessy (that's the name of my Mossberg) so that's what I sent her. I think that was what made her fall in love with me.
:smiley1:


Maggy is a farm girl who grew up around guns so she has no problems owning guns of all types.
:wink_y:

[Mikey]

Before Maggy ever moved out here she wanted me to send here a picture of myself holding Bessy (that's the name of my Mossberg) :

I used to call mine Big Boom-Boom because the thing was so loud when it fired :smiley1:

[megoapesnut]

Cabelas is another place that has a plentiful supply - used and new.

[toys2cool]

Brad, in that first picture you look like you're going to kill JFK :smiley1:

lmao :smiley1:

[toys2cool]

Just got back from a gunshop/ pawn shop

man they had some cool stuff, everything from mini revolvers to assault rifles :smiley1:

the used shot guns were pretty cool, the prices were from $250 and up with the short grip which is awesome, but then I notice they had the same one I was getting in Wal-mart..the 12G for $187, I ask how much...It's brand new he says...I say cool how much..if you take it today $285 :smiley1:

I'm guessing wal-mart was a good deal after all ;)

[trekman101]

Cabelas is another place that has a plentiful supply - used and new.

I second this....shop around before you buy D :wink_y:

[Adam West]

Crossbows are also illegal to own in most states due to their lethal and silent nature. My friend's father has a few that he is allowed to use for hunting due to a handicap and I was allowed to shoot it at a target a few times...really bad arse.

You definitely have to be prepared to kill if self defense is a primary motivation. I believe the law in most of the land is that you can only use one if your life is in peril. With that said, you don't want another side of the story.

[livnxxxl]

Going by your posts here, Damien...I don't think you should get a shotgun...

:smiley1:

:smiley1:

[livnxxxl]

I would feel more safer with a gun rather than a cross bow. That is just me though. :smile:

[Mikey]

You definitely have to be prepared to kill if self defense is a primary motivation. I believe the law in most of the land is that you can only use one if your life is in peril. With that said, you don't want another side of the story.

------------:smiley1:

m

[toys2cool]

I've got the Maverick 88 for $157 and am very pleased with it. I use it during deer season here and for home protection.

yeah that's what i got, but it's almost $200 now, I brought it home today and it's really cool...they have some tactical stuff you can add on on ebay that makes it look like cod modern warfare gun....


I'm gonna make it look sweet :drool:

[LadyZod]

We've been looking to pick up a .22 shotgun. We have bobcats in the area.

We have a glock for home defense, but it seems like overkill for a bobcat.

But not for an intruder.

[Megospidey]

yeah that's what i got, but it's almost $200 now, I brought it home today and it's really cool...they have some tactical stuff you can add on on ebay that makes it look like cod modern warfare gun....


I'm gonna make it look sweet :drool:

Good choice D. I really think you will like this firearm in the long run. Let's hope you do not have to ever use it. But if you ever do...fill their butt with lead :smiley1:

Seriously, I do hope you never have to use it, but it does bring a "peace of mind" like nothing else does (except maybe a Doberman or Rottweiler)

[toys2cool]

Good choice D. I really think you will like this firearm in the long run. Let's hope you do not have to ever use it. But if you ever do...fill their butt with lead :smiley1:

Seriously, I do hope you never have to use it, but it does bring a "peace of mind" like nothing else does (except maybe a Doberman or Rottweiler)

yeah i hope I never do, hopefully ...but I won't hesitate if it comes to that ;) thanx for the advice bro

[toys2cool]

now I want to collect some cheap Russian ww2 weapons I found :drool:

[gummi]

I saw you mentioned a short grip. Were you thinking about getting a pistol grip? If so you might want to take a look at these: http://www.botachtactical.com/knbrgr.html. I've got one on my Remington 870 Express Magnum and it's very nice. A pistol grip without a recoil reduction mechanism would be a bear to shoot on a 12 guage.

[toys2cool]

I saw you mentioned a short grip. Were you thinking about getting a pistol grip? If so you might want to take a look at these: http://www.botachtactical.com/knbrgr.html. I've got one on my Remington 870 Express Magnum and it's very nice. A pistol grip without a recoil reduction mechanism would be a bear to shoot on a 12 guage.

yup, I was looking for something like that...they make the weapon look so much cooler :drool:

[livnxxxl]

Uhh Ohh! looks like Da has gotten bitten buy the gun bug. :grin:

[toys2cool]

Uhh Ohh! looks like Da has gotten bitten buy the gun bug. :grin:

getting ready for the zombie apocalypse :smiley1:

[livnxxxl]

getting ready for the zombie apocalypse :smiley1:

:smiley1: Hey, At the rate this economy keeps going in the toilet I cannot say that I blame you one bit. :grin:

I have been thinking about mounting some heavy artillery on my Hummer at this rate. :smiley1: Maybe adding a few more sand bags around the house/compound. You know just sprucing the place up a tad. :smiley1:

[toyman]

If you want accessories for any gun go to cheaper than dirt,they have shells,cases,slings,and about anything you want for safety and to be prepared for any situtation.

[toys2cool]

If you want accessories for any gun go to cheaper than dirt,they have shells,cases,slings,and about anything you want for safety and to be prepared for any situtation.

cool I'll check it out ,thanx