Shotguns: How Does Barrel Length Affect Velocity?

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  • Опубликовано: 6 окт 2024

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  • @PaulHarrell
    @PaulHarrell  4 года назад +447

    A few questions have come up: The effect of choke on velocity would be negligible. I didn't shoot slugs because the point had been made by the bird and buck shot and because at present slugs can be hard to find at the local stores.
    Also we have several presentations that feature demonstrations of shotgun patterns with different chokes at different ranges.

    • @plagedh3
      @plagedh3 4 года назад +8

      Can you do pistol barrel length next please?

    • @servererrorpleasetryagain2707
      @servererrorpleasetryagain2707 4 года назад +8

      Would you consider comparing the buck shot effectiveness on meat targets from the various length barrels? You showed the 14” barrel produces less velocity, but is it not effective on a meat target? Thanks for all the great vids!!

    • @skm9420
      @skm9420 4 года назад +6

      That suprema looked like it had party poppers in it.

    • @Vitringur
      @Vitringur 4 года назад +3

      Hey man, or "Hey Paul", if that is all right. I was wondering, why is it that you represent the difference between comparisons in feet per second (distance over time).
      When you "crunch" the numbers I sometimes wonder why and if the nominal speed is more important than the relative speed. But then I remember that kinetic energy also increases in the power of two.
      I love your videos and I'm not sure what I am asking but:
      Do you take percentage increase into consideration?
      Do you take kinetic energy into consideration?
      That being said, thanks man,
      V

    • @barbsluv1
      @barbsluv1 4 года назад +5

      Dumb question, does any difference in velocity have to do with the muzzle being closer to the chronograph? If muzzles were all at 4 yds, would there be such a big difference? Thanks for your videos!

  • @300-blkout
    @300-blkout 4 года назад +957

    Paul most likely has the highest amount of people who love *all* of his content and always thinks we don't like his "ramblings", even though we very much do.

    • @vaclavburger6245
      @vaclavburger6245 4 года назад +39

      never held a gun in my hands yet here I'm waiting for occasional anecdote

    • @pavegray
      @pavegray 4 года назад +10

      I second this motion.

    • @sim.frischh9781
      @sim.frischh9781 4 года назад +27

      The rambling is among the best things in his videos.
      Only his jokes are even better.

    • @dennisobrien3618
      @dennisobrien3618 4 года назад +9

      Yeah, I was hoping for a video around half an hour long.

    • @johnm3907
      @johnm3907 4 года назад +13

      Yeah i agree. Demolition ranch and all those channels are just disposable videos for casuals, i prefer in depth

  • @JB-ym4up
    @JB-ym4up 4 года назад +294

    My granddaughter listened to Paul Harrell videos when she was still in the womb. She will be graduating marine corps basic training soon, and will be 6 in may.

    • @michaeljames4904
      @michaeljames4904 4 года назад +18

      Comments on Paul’s videos are always top tier but you sir win today hands down.

    • @asmith7876
      @asmith7876 4 года назад +6

      Got a belly laugh out of that one, damn that was funny!

    • @allengrant
      @allengrant 4 года назад +7

      A daughter raised properly.... Well Done !

    • @6Sally5
      @6Sally5 4 года назад +2

      Oooorah! SFMF

    • @wimedogusmc51
      @wimedogusmc51 4 года назад +2

      OUTSTANDING!

  • @StrongArmElijah
    @StrongArmElijah 4 года назад +358

    We need a Paul Harrell "lemme tell you an anecdote" compilation.

    • @asmith7876
      @asmith7876 4 года назад +27

      It would be hours long and I'd watch every minute!

    • @spearspearspear
      @spearspearspear 4 года назад +1

      Anecdotes kind of need context right?

    • @darthkek1953
      @darthkek1953 4 года назад +13

      @@spearspearspear no, they might help illustrate a point being made in a lecture but an anecdote should be able to stand up on it's own as a story, and from what I can remember of Paul's anecdotes they will.

    • @CrizzyEyes
      @CrizzyEyes 4 года назад

      @@spearspearspear Most of his anecdotes are told in enough detail to stand on their own as interesting stories

    • @doejohn8674
      @doejohn8674 4 года назад +3

      @@CrizzyEyes ok, let's call it Paul Harrell's Story Time!

  • @andrewl.8626
    @andrewl.8626 4 года назад +141

    Paul working that Mosin like it owes him money.

    • @shawnwells5719
      @shawnwells5719 4 года назад +24

      Mosins don't like to be babied. It only functions well when operated forcefully.

    • @KaDaJxClonE
      @KaDaJxClonE 4 года назад +28

      Thats the proper manual of arms for almost every Russian firearm.

    • @leroybrady4288
      @leroybrady4288 4 года назад +15

      If you treat it gently it will have so much contempt for you that it will have no choice but to let some Nazi come and violate you with his bayonet in order to encourage you to grow a pair.

    • @aaronleverton4221
      @aaronleverton4221 4 года назад +2

      @@leroybrady4288 Looks awkward as fuck. It's been over twenty years since I used my father's Lithgow Lee Enfield, but there's no way I'd trade that for this.

    • @peterwelsh6975
      @peterwelsh6975 4 года назад +1

      That first one really didn't want to cycle.

  • @andrewkennedy9704
    @andrewkennedy9704 4 года назад +96

    0:39 did anyone else expect paul to pull a shotgun out of his pocket?

  • @pavegray
    @pavegray 4 года назад +235

    Let us just all agree that Paul Harrell is a national treasure.
    I am glad we all agree.

    • @reshpeck
      @reshpeck 4 года назад +6

      The only way he could be more American is if he were Canadian.

    • @jamescooper2618
      @jamescooper2618 4 года назад +2

      I'm in!

    • @damianoferrario4330
      @damianoferrario4330 4 года назад +2

      Sorry, but i'd dare to say international treasure!

    • @catmandoo4u1
      @catmandoo4u1 4 года назад +3

      I steal his garbage and roll in it.

  • @wmsymms
    @wmsymms 4 года назад +175

    Paul doesn't speculate or draw any conclusions from the results. He just gives us the raw data because...you be the judge.

    • @shawnr771
      @shawnr771 4 года назад +10

      I also like that he shows his work.

    • @nathanieladams3293
      @nathanieladams3293 4 года назад +5

      @@shawnr771 Yeah, lots of youtubers tell you what they think but do absolutely no work or testing. Paul is the opposite: does the science and lets you make your own judgments.

    • @mu99ins
      @mu99ins 4 года назад +3

      If I'm shooting birds or clay pigeons, I want a long barrel...about 28 or 30 inches. If I'm shooting intruders in my house,
      a 20 or 18 inch barrel will do. I would go so far as to use a shorter barrel, like 14 inches, but it's illegal, and I'm allergic
      to lawyers, judges and prison. If I'm in bear country, I would buy a Remington 870 (used), with a 30 inch barrel and cut off the
      choke to make it approx. 28 inches. The reason why I'd buy a used shotgun is I don't trust modern gun makers. Also, I'm a cheapskate.

    • @TheDiameter
      @TheDiameter 4 года назад

      mu99ins Trusting a modern Remington would be foolish, nut mossberg makes top notch shotguns

  • @pagnedaman3777
    @pagnedaman3777 4 года назад +304

    I enjoy watching Paul shoot. He racks his shotgun as if his arm is part of an automatic reloader.

    • @danielaramburo7648
      @danielaramburo7648 4 года назад +46

      The ATF has declared Paul’s arm a machine gun part. Paul must register his arm with the ATF.

    • @killian9314
      @killian9314 4 года назад +21

      i was just thinking that how he doesn't get ahead of the recoil to load another round faster, he has it well timed like a well oiled metronome

    • @AnoNYmous-bz2ef
      @AnoNYmous-bz2ef 4 года назад +20

      He made a vid about that sometime ago.

    • @boomerisadog3899
      @boomerisadog3899 4 года назад +20

      Train how you intend to fight. I learned to shoot hunting with my grandpa and some habits i picked up then have been helpful but I've had to work to get rid of others that were not. Things like immediately racking the slide as soon as you fire are important in a tactical sense but less so when hunting, unless you need to take a second shot. It's been fun trying to become a better, more tactically sound shooter but I wish I'd learned that way to start with.

    • @brandonsizemore3619
      @brandonsizemore3619 4 года назад +15

      I was taught to rack any manually operated weapon directly after firing to prevent spooking wildlife (or whatever) with the additional noise after the shot. Kind of like a one shot kill. Hard to pinpoint where 1 came from. You can gauge position from subsequent shots (or noise) Awesome video as always.

  • @dmacmillion
    @dmacmillion 4 года назад +115

    One day we will look back at Paul Harrell's "beer" era videos and have a hearty chuckle.

    • @Jonnydeerhunter
      @Jonnydeerhunter 4 года назад

      Amen!

    • @3ountyhunter
      @3ountyhunter 4 года назад +3

      At least, most of us will.

    • @MrChet407
      @MrChet407 4 года назад +2

      What does a chuckle sound like. Chuck chuck chuck chuck. Wtf

    • @f308gtb1977
      @f308gtb1977 4 года назад +1

      1/7th -Cav. 1972C.I.B , but you’re not allowed to chuckle anymore. We’re at the end of a barely-above-average cold and flue season, so obviously the world is ending and we’re all going to die.
      🙄

    • @5jjt
      @5jjt 4 года назад

      @@MrChet407 It is a synonym for, "Laugh;" as in, laugh, laugh, laugh, laugh.

  • @DenhamTurton
    @DenhamTurton 4 года назад +337

    QUESTION: Who is Paul training at these multiple training facilities and what are they learning? I want in. Thumbs up if you want in too.

    • @11C1P
      @11C1P 4 года назад +80

      It's classified. He could tell you, but then he'd have to kill you.

    • @MountainPF
      @MountainPF 4 года назад +38

      That is the Disaster Contingency Specialists’ secret training facility. It’s somewhere in Oregon.... that’s all I know about it.

    • @michaeljames4904
      @michaeljames4904 4 года назад +30

      Delta Force used to look dreadful when wearing catalogue shooting jackets rumour is they now look hard as nails in them. Connected? You be the judge.

    • @PhuzzPhactor
      @PhuzzPhactor 4 года назад +29

      Is it not a euphemism for shooting at a buddy's property?

    • @robertscott2210
      @robertscott2210 4 года назад +11

      @@MountainPF
      You know too much. Paul wants to know your location. 😳😁

  • @skipmaloney178
    @skipmaloney178 4 года назад +116

    Just heard Kentucky Ballistics refer to the "Paul Harrell Slap".

    • @sapago4166
      @sapago4166 4 года назад +23

      Ha! Did he put the ejector rod through his hand or bend it?

    • @balljointfd3s
      @balljointfd3s 4 года назад +14

      It was in good fun. For the people that don't follow his channel ruclips.net/video/IklTy7shTAU/видео.html

    • @vaportrail226
      @vaportrail226 4 года назад +7

      @@balljointfd3s thanks for the link

    • @exothermal.sprocket
      @exothermal.sprocket 4 года назад +1

      Gonna have to coin that phrase, shorter. How's "Give it the PH-slap" sound?

    • @jonathangriffiths2499
      @jonathangriffiths2499 4 года назад +8

      To “ Harrell it “ a strong motion with the palm of the hand on an ejector rod

  • @johng7106
    @johng7106 4 года назад +175

    Where can I get a jacket like that? Every time he puts his hand in there, he pulls out cool stuff.

    • @dELTA13579111315
      @dELTA13579111315 4 года назад +18

      It's a Narnia jacket

    • @jimmyboredom3519
      @jimmyboredom3519 4 года назад +13

      Hes the manly mary poppins

    • @tangobravo4634
      @tangobravo4634 4 года назад +15

      Vintage 1960s Sears Hunting Jacket eBay

    • @wesleygay8918
      @wesleygay8918 4 года назад +9

      It requires a handy haversack , some sewing Implements and a high enough crafting skill

    • @brandonsizemore3619
      @brandonsizemore3619 4 года назад +16

      He made a whole video about them. Look it up lol. I asked the same thing and then it was in my feed.

  • @gaalna1816
    @gaalna1816 4 года назад +66

    A shotgun at close range can be very effective
    -Paul Harrell

  • @mikehrt
    @mikehrt 4 года назад +266

    I would have liked to see some more tedious chronograph results with rifled slugs.

    • @Stephen_Moran
      @Stephen_Moran 4 года назад +16

      Came here to say this.

    • @TreeTop1947
      @TreeTop1947 4 года назад +4

      @@Stephen_Moran Me too! Semper Fi, TreeTop

    • @killian9314
      @killian9314 4 года назад +2

      same, also the rifled slugs in rifled barrel, but he made that video already. but i forgot exactly what was the difference so i would have wanted to see it again.

    • @jamescooper2618
      @jamescooper2618 4 года назад +10

      All you would get is another new set of numbers, and a chance to watch Paul shoot. Since shot acts like a slug at close range, simply running a batch of solid projectiles through the same guns really wont mean much.

    • @gage5484
      @gage5484 4 года назад +6

      Sounds like it could make for a good part 2 at some point.

  • @kellytolliver2390
    @kellytolliver2390 4 года назад +183

    Ten minutes old already over 300 likes everyone loves Paul and his jacket and lets not forget the coronagraph

    • @TroyFronczek
      @TroyFronczek 4 года назад +2

      15min and 4k views

    • @Sarrienne
      @Sarrienne 4 года назад +24

      That would be a 'Beer'graph...

    • @kellytolliver2390
      @kellytolliver2390 4 года назад +3

      @Anthony Lipnik your so right how could i forget the ear plug case im ashamed of myself

    • @COIcultist
      @COIcultist 4 года назад +4

      Look at the chronagraph at 8.39 it's having a bit of a moment.
      Didn't notice the clever use of the term coronagraph at first.

    • @butchs.4239
      @butchs.4239 4 года назад +1

      Three hours later it's 32K views and 5k likes.

  • @ShellShock794
    @ShellShock794 4 года назад +90

    Paul Harrell is the only RUclips creator that I get upset when the video is *only* 10 minutes long

  • @izzyb614
    @izzyb614 4 года назад +92

    Your handling of the Mossberg Shockwave is admirable.

    • @repletereplete8002
      @repletereplete8002 4 года назад +9

      Did you see the clip of Ian from In Range giving the Mossberg rep at Shot Show the 3rd degree over it's most likely to smack you in the face if you try to sight it?

    • @rob.3575
      @rob.3575 4 года назад +13

      @@repletereplete8002 It's an easy gun to shoot providing your not a 140lb wet noodle.

    • @bubbajones5905
      @bubbajones5905 4 года назад +5

      Just watching him shoot the buckshot in that thing made my right hand hurt.

    • @repletereplete8002
      @repletereplete8002 4 года назад +7

      @@rob.3575 yeah I think Ian was talking about inexperienced shotgun shooters using it for home defence and buying it based on it's looks.

    • @MrHowardPhillips
      @MrHowardPhillips 4 года назад +3

      @@repletereplete8002 I believe Ian once said that the Mossberg Shockwave was the least enjoyable gun he's ever shot, indicating that his wrist hurt for some time after shooting it.

  • @LL-fi4rr
    @LL-fi4rr 4 года назад +274

    I use a 0 inch barrel for home defense and let the pellets be the judge.

    • @coltonregal1797
      @coltonregal1797 4 года назад +43

      Burglars just have to put up with the Shatner-esque...pauses you make after each shot to see what you hit, and the speech impediment you get from the muzzle flash.

    • @kwat8604
      @kwat8604 4 года назад +9

      -0.5 inch barrel

    • @Gideon_Judges6
      @Gideon_Judges6 4 года назад +3

      Is it effective?

    • @theepicgaming5260
      @theepicgaming5260 4 года назад +9

      Just get a Mossberg and have no barrel 👀 might shoot the mag tube but it'll shoot

    • @BigSmartArmed
      @BigSmartArmed 4 года назад +18

      Yes, it's called a hand grenade.

  • @lordmetal3842
    @lordmetal3842 4 года назад +20

    thank you Paul for making the Shotguns: How Does Barrel Length Affect Velocity video.

  • @lifebiker105
    @lifebiker105 4 года назад +81

    Paul's video's is never a waste of time I've lock the guard gate I've locked my office door I'm watching Paul Harrell and I put up a sign will return after video Joe security Oklahoma

  • @ev3rything533
    @ev3rything533 4 года назад +27

    Imagine being able to talk as clearly and as concisely as Paul Harrell.

  • @burgtaylor3469
    @burgtaylor3469 4 года назад +48

    I was actually somewhat disappointed that this was so short. Well done, as usual, Paul! You make the "quarantine" a little easier.

    • @lenscap8925
      @lenscap8925 4 года назад +2

      lol no definitive meat target results for this episode that's why...

    • @georgewashington1621
      @georgewashington1621 4 года назад

      Yeah, the video could certainly include testing the speed of the slugs out of all those shotguns.

    • @georgewashington1621
      @georgewashington1621 4 года назад

      @@lenscap8925 Good point, would've been interesting to see how those speed differences translate into penetration and damage on the meat target.

  • @ritterbruder212
    @ritterbruder212 4 года назад +13

    Woah! First time I have seen Paul bring out a pair of Mosin-Nagants. I'd love to see Paul do an in-depth review of these rifles.

  • @LordKhyron85
    @LordKhyron85 4 года назад +16

    I love how he just sighs as he resigns himself to shooting the Mosin lol. I think many people have the same reaction.

    • @dELTA13579111315
      @dELTA13579111315 4 года назад

      I've only shot one and it was quite literally the least accurate gun I've ever shot due to the shot out barrel. You have a higher chance of having all your buckshot pellets go through the same hole at 20 yards than to get 2 bullets out of this thing to hit a clay pigeon at 15ish yards (it literally took 10 shots until I got lucky and one went straight enough to hit it). Still enjoyed shooting it, and I would totally buy one just for the sake of owning one

    • @asmith7876
      @asmith7876 4 года назад

      Those things rock. They were dirt cheap 10 years ago. I can't shoot for shit but my son from a standing position knocked out a 2 liter bottle at about 80 yards. I was impressed! But those things are brutal to shoot.

  • @caruser4
    @caruser4 4 года назад +94

    Last time I was this early Caleb was still drinking his whiskey with an iceberg

    • @CollinMac96
      @CollinMac96 4 года назад +3

      Just curious, Paul doesn’t mention him but you guys can’t do the same?

    • @brotherbreeze8351
      @brotherbreeze8351 4 года назад +1

      LOL! Outstanding!

    • @darthkek1953
      @darthkek1953 4 года назад +1

      @bokudensuduharagmail Dewars is whiskey-with-the-e, but it most certainly is not whisky.

    • @robertdinicola9225
      @robertdinicola9225 4 года назад

      He drinks it cuz hes "a cool dude!"

    • @Schwarzvogel1
      @Schwarzvogel1 4 года назад +2

      @Booge Nautilus He does have a point, though. Jokes have a finite lifespan after which they cease to be funny and just become cringeworthy, lame, or downright pathetic. Ever consider that you, as fans, affect Mr. Harrell's reputation? The fact that people keep bringing up that manchild Giddings rather than letting him fade into well-deserved oblivion could imply that Paul himself is still thinking about that lowlife, and I'm pretty sure that he is not. I'm also sure that he doesn't want to waste the years he has left thinking about that turd anymore either.
      Using every video of Paul's to bring up Giddings makes you no better than that manchild. You're only giving him more undeserved fame, so forget about him and let it rest. There are far funnier things to joke about.

  • @jasonosbon5804
    @jasonosbon5804 4 года назад +7

    I don't know about anyone else but I enjoy the beautiful scenery in Paul's videos as much as the content. Makes me want to point the wagon west.

  • @thewatcher5271
    @thewatcher5271 4 года назад +1

    Hey Paul, I May Not Be Your Biggest Fan Or Your Oldest Fan But I'm Definitely Old & Overweight. First, Old Business, My High Tech, Custom Made, 100% Cotton T-Shirt With You On The Front Arrived & You Look Great! Now, I Almost Started Drooling While You Were Shooting Two Different Mosin-Nagants! The Mrs. Came In The Room While You Were Holding One In Each Hand. I Told Her What They Were & She Didn't Know Who Used Them. I Said, "I Think We Should See Other People." The Way You "Pullrack" Those Pumps Is Most Impressive. I Don't Know That I'll Ever Be Able To Do It But At Least I Know How It's Suppose To Be Done. Watching You Is Always A Learning Experience . . .

  • @Tr4wnet
    @Tr4wnet 4 года назад +12

    1:33
    2 additional reasons why I like Paul's content.

    • @evoxis1058
      @evoxis1058 4 года назад

      @Infectious Legume get yer eyes checked

  • @soondead007
    @soondead007 4 года назад +2

    Gotta love that smooth action of the Mosin :)

  • @sonsofliberty1062
    @sonsofliberty1062 4 года назад +8

    I for one appreciate Paul's commentaries, I view them as a high quality technical review. And this Shotshell/ Barrel length analysts is outstanding.
    Thank you Mr. Paul, for your field work,,,,,
    God Speed, God Bless, and God Bless our Constitution,,,,, 🇺🇸
    Once a Marine, Semper Fi,,,

  • @MrJherime
    @MrJherime 4 года назад +74

    Gather around everyone, RUclips Gun Dad is speaking, lets hear what he has to say.

    • @FourOfClubs
      @FourOfClubs 4 года назад +5

      Hickok45 - Gun Grampa
      Paul Harrel - Gun Dad
      Demolition Ranch - Gun Bro

    • @md_vandenberg
      @md_vandenberg 4 года назад +4

      @@FourOfClubs Forgotten Weapons - Gun Jesus

    • @brdclnr
      @brdclnr 4 года назад

      demo ranch is annoying, i unsubbed as soon as he started making intros a couple years back. He’s a grown man and acts like a cheesy teenager. paul, hickock and others similar are easier to relate to.

  • @chrissyboy1964
    @chrissyboy1964 4 года назад +33

    Even Paul Harrell struggles with the Garbage Rod. :)

    • @JohnSmith-hd2tl
      @JohnSmith-hd2tl 4 года назад +1

      Chrissyboy you comment made me think of this video m.ruclips.net/video/kMMATYCI1Qo/видео.html

    • @chrissyboy1964
      @chrissyboy1964 4 года назад +1

      Apparently there are some nice ones out there. The Finnish ones are the best apparently. Not made in Finland but adapted by the Finns.

    • @thewatcher5271
      @thewatcher5271 4 года назад +2

      Come On Guys, Hasn't Anyone Heard Of Vasily Zaitsev? That Rifle Has A History & It's Not All Bad . . .

    • @billystink4611
      @billystink4611 4 года назад

      cvcoco yeah, unfortunately conservatives nowadays are weak enough to let that happen. Virginia can’t even handle their traitor governor.

    • @trippyhare
      @trippyhare 4 года назад +1

      "The Garbage Rod struggles with Paul Harrell". Fixed it for ya. ;)

  • @TheRealPhenomS
    @TheRealPhenomS 4 года назад +3

    Even though I live in a country with really strict gun laws, and I don't find myself attracted to owning one, I do find Paul's videos as an incredible source if in hands information for everything gun/ammo related. I've often found myself sitting down and paying really close attention to everything he says and the different in depths trials he makes every gun go through. Plus as an added bonus besides the information, his videos are always really entertaining all around. I've always enjoyed this type of content and I'm thankful of Paul for making all of these videos :)

  • @charlesfinely8144
    @charlesfinely8144 4 года назад +11

    Another Paul Harrell video; life is good!

  • @cudwieser3952
    @cudwieser3952 4 года назад +12

    Love how Paul skirted the censors about mentioning the virus.

    • @thewatcher5271
      @thewatcher5271 4 года назад +1

      Perhaps, But If Virus Had A Taste, That Would Be It & If Paul Were A Beer, I'm Thinking It Wouldn't Be That . . .

    • @yz250ftony
      @yz250ftony 4 года назад +3

      If the virus caught paul, would that be the end of it? You be the judge.

  • @jcastle614
    @jcastle614 4 года назад +6

    The way Mr. Harrell runs these shotguns is quite admiral! In particular those pistol gripped Shorty's, makes it look easy! Excellent presention as always guys. Stay safe and God bless 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸!!!

  • @gizmocarr3093
    @gizmocarr3093 4 года назад +4

    Paul Harrell
    Testing shotgun velocities and barrel length is interesting and not as simple as it might seem. Because all shotgun barrels can have much different inside dimensions and designs unlike rifle or pistol barrels. The general rule is modern shotgun ammunition reaches maximum velocities in about the first 24-inches of barrel or less on average. However, Mossberg makes 12-bore guns with overbore barrels the same diameter as 10-bore guns. Other manufactures use different diameter tubes as well. The idea is to improve shot patterns, improve consistent velocities, reduce recoil, shorten shot strings and reduce deformation of shot. Some use a combination of forcing cone length, bore diameter, choke length and choke constriction regulated for the purpose the shotgun is designed to be used for. That is why some shotguns cost $300 dollars and some cost $3,000 dollars or a great deal more. Generally low cost guns provide less than perfect results. Not to say some do an excellent job and still are very economical too. This often depends on the ammunition you use. Finding it is more difficult to find than finding the best performing pistol or rifle ammunition. High velocity is the least important if it patterns poorly at the range you plan on using it. In most cases high velocity is the major cause of poor pattern results. Small size shot is most affected and that is a major issue with some steel shot loads too. Generally speaking; if you shoot any person intent on doing you harm with .410 bore skeet load or a 12-bore at 7-yards. One might make less mess, but be assured the results will be the same.

  • @matthewhewitt3017
    @matthewhewitt3017 4 года назад +117

    Longer barrels makes pellets go vroom

    • @prjndigo
      @prjndigo 4 года назад +10

      Wishing he'd done some slugs.

    • @allengrant
      @allengrant 4 года назад +1

      Wait til he chrono's his punt gun !!

    • @SaintBrianTheGodless
      @SaintBrianTheGodless 4 года назад

      Women too...

    • @joonaknuutinen5540
      @joonaknuutinen5540 4 года назад

      i'd supercharged my shotgun if i had one..

    • @jamesregan2181
      @jamesregan2181 4 года назад

      So I guess that a side by side should go...
      Vroom! Vroom!

  • @iornlint
    @iornlint 4 года назад +1

    Paul always knows what i need: just bought a 14 inch barrel for my mossberg and got it in the mail today. If Paul is stalking me I appreciate it and am happy to participate as a meat target

  • @София-с8р8ц
    @София-с8р8ц 4 года назад +13

    1 a.m in Poland, nothing better than a new video from Poul Harrel while waiting for 17j+ air gun license XD

    • @Kesssuli
      @Kesssuli 4 года назад +2

      In finland we can own air rifles/pistols up to 6.35mm caliber without any license but must be 18 years to buy one. No limit how much joules or velocity they have. If some reasons you need bigger then you will need permit to buy or own one. Existing license to real firearm will also give you permission to buy so called hight power air rifle but those must still be registered.
      But that caliber matters only if weapon is made to shoot metallic projectiles. So those shotgun like co2 powered rubber ball guns are still allowed to buy if 18 years old.

    • @creepyendy
      @creepyendy 4 года назад

      5am now from Germany

    • @andrzejsobanski6752
      @andrzejsobanski6752 4 года назад +1

      Typie, nie musisz mieć pozwolenia na wiatrówki 17j+, one są na zgłoszenie i rejestrację. Jasne, nadal chujowo.

    • @София-с8р8ц
      @София-с8р8ц 4 года назад

      @@andrzejsobanski6752 a fakt myliłem się ale dalej, no kurwa rejestrować się na wiatrówkę 20j? Wtf

    • @София-с8р8ц
      @София-с8р8ц 4 года назад

      @@Kesssuli thanks for replying, is it legal in Finland to hunt with air guns?

  • @Rascal77s
    @Rascal77s 4 года назад +1

    I swear Paul has the best viewers on RUclips. The comments are always as entertaining as the videos.

  • @imjusttoodissgusted5620
    @imjusttoodissgusted5620 4 года назад +101

    the man know how to pump a shotgun. that's for sure.

    • @timc46440
      @timc46440 4 года назад +4

      Paul can fire a pump faster than I can fire a semi auto.

    • @StevenL00
      @StevenL00 4 года назад +5

      "pullrack", in one word

    • @robertdinicola9225
      @robertdinicola9225 4 года назад

      I usually shoot quite a bit faster than the guys with auto loaders.

    • @erikr1898
      @erikr1898 4 года назад

      Careful w the fast rack. You could cause a "malfunction"

    • @onpsxmember
      @onpsxmember 4 года назад

      And he got some videos on it.

  • @billjames8036
    @billjames8036 4 года назад +1

    Paul you should not say "time to do some tedious chronograph testing and see what we learn" and instead say "time to do some awesome,fun,entertaining,knowledge gaining chronograph testing and all learn something we might not have known before." ;-) keep up the awesome videos my good man , really enjoy the content here in Canuckastan as we are about to lose more gun choices here.

  • @vadenummela9353
    @vadenummela9353 4 года назад +5

    I literally just binged all the presentations on shotguns from you. Also congrats in advance for 500k

  • @ElectronicsComputers
    @ElectronicsComputers 3 года назад

    Finally someone made a good comparison video.

  • @steveturner3999
    @steveturner3999 4 года назад +3

    Paul you brought up an interesting point about the cost in ammo of making these videos during the current beer crisis. Thank you sir for going the extra mile making these video comparisons complete and not just shooting a round or two. Your technique for getting real definitive info to share is top notch. Much respect here sir.

  • @PurpleMusicProductions
    @PurpleMusicProductions 4 года назад +1

    Since I own shotguns of those lengths except for the 30 inch this was VERY informative but not surprising. Thank you Paul!!!

  • @toddwebb7521
    @toddwebb7521 4 года назад +31

    Paul breaking out the Moist Nuggets

  • @JimYeats
    @JimYeats 4 года назад

    I really like the chronograph angle in this video where we are seeing you from the right side. Seems much more natural and efficient so you aren’t having to twist all the way around each time to tell us the readings. Its the little things.

  • @CaptainNico350
    @CaptainNico350 4 года назад +4

    Seeing you with those Mosins makes me wanna see a video on the dofferences between .30cal rounds. Specifically the .308 vs .7.62x54r vs .30-06

  • @donttreadonrick9981
    @donttreadonrick9981 4 года назад +1

    One of the BEST utube guns channels ever. A side note I like shotguns!

  • @AFedosick
    @AFedosick 4 года назад +9

    Mosin looks great in Paul's hands. When I want to hit something really hard I use my Mosin.

    • @sareye
      @sareye 4 года назад

      ... no fun.

    • @isveryniceyes
      @isveryniceyes 4 года назад

      @Infectious Legume but can you do that for $300? Haha

    • @jhidellabernathy6654
      @jhidellabernathy6654 4 года назад

      @Infectious Legume gay.

    • @DystruktoBoi1
      @DystruktoBoi1 4 года назад

      @@isveryniceyes I got mine for 120 back in the day lol

  • @nevermindme8922
    @nevermindme8922 4 года назад

    Paul, if nothing else, I appreciate you uploading so often during these boring times. I love all of your videos but these frequent uploads are helping with the boredom.

  • @chubbycatfish4573
    @chubbycatfish4573 4 года назад +9

    The Mosin-Nagant part made me think... we haven't seen Paul use many bolt-actions before, have we?

    • @thewatcher5271
      @thewatcher5271 4 года назад +1

      Yes, I Think He's Got A WinMag .338 Or .300, Something Like That . . .

    • @MrNexor-cj8gs
      @MrNexor-cj8gs 4 года назад +3

      He's used them before, but I think this is the first time he has fired one on camera.

  • @johnjanoscrat8000
    @johnjanoscrat8000 4 года назад

    Paul, my shoulder is sore just watching you put all those rounds down range. Never seen anyone so smooth with a shotgun. Nice video, Thanks!

  • @jagtech06
    @jagtech06 4 года назад +3

    Hi Paul. New subscriber, here. Your channel is SUCH a gold mine. How incredible it is to find someone with so much expertise, and training who is motivated on making quality videos about such a wide range of subjects. Someone who comes up with so many good experiments for people like me who can’t get out as often, to take into account on my next firearm decisions. I’ve been hooked and I see myself going through your videos one by one. Keep it up, sir. 👍👍

  • @williammills3632
    @williammills3632 4 года назад +2

    Thank you for "sparing" some ammo in these weird "beer" times brother. Great info and video as always...

  • @chrisorcsi7149
    @chrisorcsi7149 4 года назад +14

    When you hit the 500k sub marker, can you give us at least 2hrs worth of "Joe" stories to celebrate????

  • @bigmikeh
    @bigmikeh 4 года назад +1

    "...due to our current situation (holding up [brand] bottle]..." Brilliant, love it. Keep tossing in the little gems Paul!

  • @mickles1975
    @mickles1975 4 года назад +18

    Oh snap. I asked about this in a comment the other week.

    • @gasper5223
      @gasper5223 4 года назад +4

      He always listens. I also got my question addressed in one of his videos

    • @JB-ym4up
      @JB-ym4up 4 года назад +2

      I got about 1k likes on we need a Paul Harrell cooking show, and a ton of funny comments from his entertaining fans. We got a cooking show.
      Coincidence?
      You be the judge.

  • @HPSmugscraft
    @HPSmugscraft 4 года назад +1

    For those of you who aren't familiar, the Beer target is beer jacket skin, followed by beer chop pectorals, followed by beer ribs, beer to simulate beer tissue, another layer of beer ribs, four layers of beer-shirts on the front and back, and behind it is the new and improved high-tech fleece beer stop.

  • @grandmasterkato6826
    @grandmasterkato6826 4 года назад +3

    2:00 min is an interesting moment. Seen alotta your content and you’ve never sighed like that. Almost seems as if you’re irate or something. Hope all is well, only natural to be so in this time. Love the content- you’re the most underrated gun RUclipsr out there, glad you’re getting so much support these days

    • @billystink4611
      @billystink4611 4 года назад +1

      I think it was just an editing slip.

  • @dustinsayes2807
    @dustinsayes2807 2 года назад

    Thank you for taking the time to perform this test!

  • @armedpenguin3825
    @armedpenguin3825 4 года назад +4

    I’m not gonna lie, I was quite happy when he brought out the Mosin’s even if it is a shotgun video.

  • @xristosiwannidis9897
    @xristosiwannidis9897 4 года назад +1

    I appreciate a lot you’re job in RUclips keep going and your videos with shotguns I cannot stop watch them 👌🏾

  • @funkingitup1805
    @funkingitup1805 4 года назад +35

    My wife says barrel length doesn't matter; it's all in the feel of the wood.

  • @mattevans-koch9353
    @mattevans-koch9353 4 года назад +2

    Thank you Paul for the demonstration of shotgun barrel length vs. velocity. I have to say, I have never seen anyone operate a pump shotgun or pump rifle as fast as I just saw you do. Amazing work. Take care, stay safe and stay well.

  • @sjbr101
    @sjbr101 4 года назад +6

    The slide action on that Wingman is a sight to behold, smoother than smooth. Oh and that Shockwave looks like a piece of crap.

  • @col8179
    @col8179 3 года назад +1

    Seriously this guy my hero. I love this channel.

  • @jaredc.3508
    @jaredc.3508 4 года назад +20

    Ah yes, the perfect quarantine time killer.

  • @randymagnum143
    @randymagnum143 4 года назад +1

    Major props for not shooting the chrono with the shockwave.

  • @robertdinicola9225
    @robertdinicola9225 4 года назад +4

    Paul, you should do one teaching how to rack a pump gun like that.

    • @thewatcher5271
      @thewatcher5271 4 года назад +1

      It's Called Paulrack & He Did . . .

    • @robertdinicola9225
      @robertdinicola9225 4 года назад

      @@mrdinme.4768 Ive been shooting casual shotgun races for quite awhile. New guys are amazed that you can shoot a pump faster than auto loaders!

    • @My3nMy4
      @My3nMy4 4 года назад

      Here go:
      ruclips.net/video/fDnyRXF_0Ck/видео.html

  • @XZLR8N
    @XZLR8N 4 года назад +2

    That pull-rack is...muah...so smooth. Like buttah!

    • @thewatcher5271
      @thewatcher5271 4 года назад +1

      Damn, I Screwed Up My Comment Because I Didn't Know Pull-Rack Was Hyphenated. Do You Think Paul Will Care?

    • @thewatcher5271
      @thewatcher5271 4 года назад +1

      I Changed My Mind. We Should All Call It Paulrack!

  • @adijorio
    @adijorio 4 года назад +4

    Oh Paul, how could you leave out slugs? You’re going to get hammered on this. I’m just teasing you, love your videos.

    • @vwdiver512
      @vwdiver512 4 года назад +1

      I was hoping he'd shoot slugs also... was kind of bummed that he didn't.

  • @roberts3942
    @roberts3942 4 года назад +2

    Your series on shotguns has been very educational and helpful. I opted for a 20 gauge Mossburg 500 as an additional home insurance policy recently. You have confirmed for me in several videos that this was a good choice. It is a weapon that the wife and I can both handle if needed. Hope you have more to say in later videos on shotguns.

  • @dennisobrien3618
    @dennisobrien3618 4 года назад +13

    I kept hoping to see a Marlin goose gun with a 36" barrel...ideallly pulled out of Paul's coat pocket.

    • @jacobackley502
      @jacobackley502 4 года назад

      My 38" gun always chronoed lower than my 26" gun. I figured the pressure dropped from expansion inside the barrel and friction provided more force against the shot than pressure pushed it forward. It did have a fixed full choke though, which might have increased resistance.

    • @oimissed1292
      @oimissed1292 4 года назад

      Jacob Ackley. how is that gun on the trap line 😄

    • @My3nMy4
      @My3nMy4 4 года назад

      Ask the person who stood next to him...

    • @jacobackley502
      @jacobackley502 4 года назад

      @@oimissed1292 pretty decent. It holds excellent patterns with cheap federal #8. The follow through is easy since the momentum carries pretty far forward. Its a bit of a chore using it though, because the balance is awful. It's a light bolt action shotgun, so the barrel is most of the weight.

  • @ebblue81
    @ebblue81 4 года назад

    Thanks again Mr. Harrell! It's always great to watch your videos. No matter how much you think you know, there is always something to learn. Thank You

  • @chrischiampo7647
    @chrischiampo7647 4 года назад +3

    Only Thing I Wish You Would of Done Different Paul Was Test This Theory With 12 Gauge 1oz Rifled Slugs 😎😊😀 Excellent Test Thank You Paul 😊 Best Firearms Channel on RUclips

  • @robwilson9502
    @robwilson9502 4 года назад

    My shoulder is killing me from watching that! Great info as always. Thanks Paul.

  • @mikemcginley6309
    @mikemcginley6309 4 года назад +4

    I wonder if Paul will someday do a monthly Q&A on the channel. Even if he limits the questions to Patreon supporters I think it could become popular. Anybody else agree?

  • @joeesposito5101
    @joeesposito5101 4 года назад

    Between the Mosin and the buckshot, MY shoulder is hurting. Another great video! Thanks Paul

  • @11C1P
    @11C1P 4 года назад +3

    That sigh & pause he took at 1:57 made me nervous, like when a drill sergeant in basic would start glaring at me. I think he can see through the interwebz.

    • @kineticinstallationspecial5775
      @kineticinstallationspecial5775 4 года назад

      @Gr8ful yea I think you're right. It's a heavy hitter but the action can be a chore to work. Looked like the carbine had some work to smooth it out possibly.

    • @thewatcher5271
      @thewatcher5271 4 года назад +1

      Imagine The Drill Instructor Ordering Paul To Show Me Your War Face. He Would Never Do It Again!

  • @SpetsnazBear-3710
    @SpetsnazBear-3710 4 года назад

    One of my favorite subjects. Thank you Mr Harrel.

  • @daviddakotarogers3420
    @daviddakotarogers3420 4 года назад +4

    I want to see Paul run an obstacle course. I want to see him in action.

    • @dryroasted5599
      @dryroasted5599 4 года назад

      I want to watch Paul shoot at your feet while you run the obstacle course.

    • @DystruktoBoi1
      @DystruktoBoi1 4 года назад +1

      It'd probably be rather boring because the obstacle course would know damn well to get out of the way as he walks through.

  • @jerryjohnsonii4181
    @jerryjohnsonii4181 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for the knowledge , Mr. Harrell !!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @certaindeaf8315
    @certaindeaf8315 4 года назад +7

    What's the difference between a clown car and Paul Harrell's coat?
    Paul's coat dosen't have clowns in it, just guns. Lots and lots of guns.

    • @My3nMy4
      @My3nMy4 4 года назад

      Someone needs to cut Paul pulling guns from his pockets into the Matrix where Neo says he needs lots of guns.

  • @sigmacronos9382
    @sigmacronos9382 4 года назад +2

    Thank you for the quality information, Mr. Harrell.

  • @raphaelg6865
    @raphaelg6865 4 года назад +9

    You remind me of my maths teacher, it's really strange.

  • @thousandpagesofmadness
    @thousandpagesofmadness 4 года назад +2

    Auto-captions reads the gunshots as “applause” which is accurate

  • @jackieeastom8758
    @jackieeastom8758 4 года назад +5

    FUNNY! I just got home with my new (to me) H&R Trapper 12 ga! Got a great deal on it too!

    • @oimissed1292
      @oimissed1292 4 года назад +1

      Jackie Eastom. how long is that topper i wish i left mine alone

    • @My3nMy4
      @My3nMy4 4 года назад +1

      I inherited one from my dad. No safety. Felt recoil 110%. 10/10 will shoot again.

    • @jackieeastom8758
      @jackieeastom8758 2 года назад

      @@oimissed1292 sorry for the delay in response. My barrel is a 28”. A sweet shooter indeed!

  • @bornfree2237
    @bornfree2237 4 года назад

    One of the only channels I feel a duty to like, comment, & suscribe. SOMEONE PLEASE SUPPLY THIS MAN WITH CLEAR BALLISTIC GEL!

  • @brumby92
    @brumby92 4 года назад +31

    I've unsubbed from most firearms channels. Paul Harrell and forgotten weapons is all I need

    • @thewatcher5271
      @thewatcher5271 4 года назад +1

      Hey BBT Lover, I'm Pretty Much The Same Way. I Gave You A "Like" Because Paul Harrell Is The Only Gun Channel I Subscribe To. I Troll Around To Other Channels & I Do Occasionally "Like" Miculek & Forgotten Weapons But I've Learned So Much More That I Can Use, Here. Ian Knows A-lot But It's Not Knowledge That's Necessarily Helpful Unless Your Collecting &/Or Working On Military Hardware. So, Raj Is Your Favorite Character? Mine Is Amy . . .

    • @trippyhare
      @trippyhare 4 года назад +3

      Might wanna check out C&Rsenal. Hour long video on ONE country's RIFLES from WWI? With demonstrations? Very yes.

    • @bdkj3e
      @bdkj3e 4 года назад +2

      Sage dynamics is a pretty good channel, he torture tests gear to see what's good and what's not, he tests handgun red dots by beating the crap outta them and usually starts with a 5k round test and goes from there, I think he's got 25k rounds on a trijicon rmr while also dropping it from shoulder height multiple times onto concrete and it's still working and zeroed.

    • @peterwelsh6975
      @peterwelsh6975 4 года назад

      Kentucky Ballistics, because he does different stuff AND has collaborated with Paul.

    • @therealbigfoot3076
      @therealbigfoot3076 4 года назад

      Do you like demolition ranch?

  • @umarkedreturn8776
    @umarkedreturn8776 4 года назад +1

    Love this channel so much, I click on the video[s] just to see the intro and listen to the ending music. But I always watch more than once.
    Completely original and Paul Harrell is my all-time favorite youtuber. It's all awesome!

  • @serious_philosopheegeez2294
    @serious_philosopheegeez2294 4 года назад +3

    I'm a simple man: I see Paul Harrell; I click.

  • @MrSGL21
    @MrSGL21 4 года назад +2

    the last time i was this early to a Paul Harrell video Caleb Giddings still had a subscriber base.

  • @Draftsman17
    @Draftsman17 4 года назад +29

    hey Paul, have you ever tested or used Frangible ammunition? It seems like an interesting bullet type and was curious as to your thoughts on the topic.

    • @dELTA13579111315
      @dELTA13579111315 4 года назад +12

      It would be interesting to see how they perform against the patented meat target

    • @peterwelsh6975
      @peterwelsh6975 4 года назад +5

      Send him some and he'll shoot them for you.

    • @norton750cc
      @norton750cc 4 года назад +1

      Great for door hinge breaching, no backscatter.

    • @borisbuliak3626
      @borisbuliak3626 4 года назад +1

      Draftsman17 Don’t the sky marshals use frangible ammo?

  • @thelionsoul3656
    @thelionsoul3656 3 года назад

    Thanks you for this, just bought a 870 wingmaster with a short barrel per the advice of my war veteran neighbor ... And immediately bid on an original 30 inch barrel per the internet ... I'm now happy with my decision and feel better heading into the hunting season.
    Cheers

  • @St.FighterZ
    @St.FighterZ 4 года назад +6

    Who else chose paul for the pick one guntuber vs the other three contest? Reid is a close second.

    • @ratroute8238
      @ratroute8238 4 года назад

      Tactical Rifleman is a good channel too...

    • @StevenL00
      @StevenL00 4 года назад

      MAC, Hickok45, IV8888, Mr. GNG... so many choices so hard to choose

    • @gregb6469
      @gregb6469 4 года назад

      What contest?

    • @St.FighterZ
      @St.FighterZ 4 года назад

      @@gregb6469 it was a meme. Heard about it from brandon herrera's channel. Gun meme review.

  • @bcimb1
    @bcimb1 2 года назад

    I knew Paul Harrell would have a video on the EXACT random question/thought I had. Thank you for all your work Paul!