Hard to believe this is just 1 year ago. I miss James a lot. Still hate I never made it out to Camden. It's really crazy how fast his condition progressed. God help anyone that has to go through that.

Much love to James and his family. He is truly missed.

Shows just how difficult it is to run a shotgun. These guys have shown to be proficient doing this drill with all of the different rifles in the previous few videos. The fact that James had to instruct them even though they're pretty skilled rifleman shows that the shotgun is NOT a beginner's weapon, it takes a lot of effort to run it.

Watching shotgun videos and this popped up in a sad time... R.I.P. James

A man ahead of his time. Truly a missed legend. F.

The shotgun is the single most versatile and devastating tool that is easily available to the common person. If you don't own one, you should.

Shotgun is my first weapon of choice within its effective range.

First gun channel I ever discovered. You're sorely missed.

These "How to fight with________" videos are great ! Thanks so much James.

Shotguns are the biggest reality check for the aspiring shooter.

People can say whatever they want. The vast majority of Yager's opinions were spot on realistic.

My lord, this dude is still around??? I remember watching him 5 years ago, when he was banned by KZfaq every week. Lol. Keep it going brother.

Thank you James for the great content. What the Combat Shotgun has taught me over the years: 1) is the most difficult platform to master. 2) with the wide variety of loads available it is one of the most versatile weapons platforms. 3) it is the most violent weapon in the small arms arsonal. 4) there is NOTHING, "defensive" about having to engage a target with a load of 00 BUCK. Thank you again James.....get well soon.

James, I am evolving into learning more about the combative shotgun and this was a great introduction. I shoot skeet/clays competitively and even in the more calm atmosphere you will drop shells, etc. What the boys did is NOT easy by any means, and watching them actually made me realize the importance of a "ammo carrying/reloading" solution such as a bandolier or side saddle. Consider me a new subscriber, this was a great demo.

A cop gave a me a really analogy for fighting with a shotgun many years ago. He said “imagine being in a gun fight with a single action revolver, and having to load one round at a time”. He was referring to revolvers with a loading gate. Anyone on the receiving end of the rounds these two guys put down range would most likely retreat or have multiple leaks in them.

Just watched this again, Im going to miss James Yeager

RIP brother. Still loving your vids

I’ve taken Fighting Rifle and Pistol but I definitely need to up my shotgun game.

Hi James, great to see you still putting out this fine stuff. I watch for each one you put out. I have to use a 20 Ga. shotgun now instead of the 12 ga. I always used to use. Most gratefully, Andy

Every video has valuable lessons. This is my weakest area. I need to take Fighting Shotgun next.

Thanks for the video James. What a difference between the shotgun and the other videos you've made lately. Gave me a lotto think of

Excellent video fellas, I’m enjoying this series. I haven’t had a shotgun class yet but it’s on the short list. Some lessons learned here, I’ll be rewatching.

Rest well Sir...

RIP James

Buddy rushing is great training paired with shooting, moving and communication. Great content!

Thanks James for the educational video. I agree, the Magpul shotgun furniture is some of the best you can get for a shotgun. I've had all kinds of furniture on my shotguns over the last decade and while I see the M4 style pistol grip stock being a close contender to the Magpul buttstock, there isn't any other that compares to the Magpul forend stock, at least not for the price and its ability to be customized to an individual.

Great video done by a great instructor !

Great video lots of guys ready with their shotguns that have only had fun slow range days and have no idea what its like loading and shooting them fast, its awkward and psychically demanding, I recently learned about those side saddle patches which is an interesting idea to slap on a new side saddle mid shooting and ditch the empties...might be something worth looming into if you haven't seen them yet...I LOVE shotguns but treat them like throw aways once its empty Id prefer to switch to another gun if possible lol...Ill add I practice a lot of shooting but dont train much so these videos are helpful for tactics ideas...Its greatly appreciated spreading the info...

man this's why I fell in love with pumps, sooooo much fun.

I always enjoy the "James with Shotguns " videos. Well done sir.

Wow, right before he found out. RIP yeager.

I was very lucky with firearms & training in my life. When I started at DOC we had 870s and SW Model 10s (yes im old) so we trained alot with pump actions. They were my 1st long gun and you got good with it so you could survive (we had garbage LRN rounds in your Model 10) THEN I started training with magazine-fed rifles. It was like night and day ! I will train my kids with pump actions 1st I think.

I miss this man😢😢

We will always remember you! See you again brother.

I'm a huge advocate for Magpul furniture as well. I have it on both my 870 Tactical and 590A1. Plus their barrel clamps and slings. I don't have a side saddle or those Velcro cards that you can slap on though I do have a shell holder that straps to the stock. I sort of have to do a violin hold on it to reload but it works... sort of. I should probably upgrade.

You two students are monsters! Kudos to you both! That's a sample of BAD ASSERY!!!

This instructor is amazing.

i miss james very much; RIP James

James' integrity is apparent even through a YT video Big thanks

I hope you get better soon. Thanks for educating us!

If people are going to speak badly about you, they don't deserve an explanation. You do a lot for our 2A community, and personally, I have never heard you speak lispy or anything. Seriously, "EFF" them all. I don't know you personally, but you seem like a legit person.

Great video gents! Great use of communication on movement. James did a hell of a job with his verbal instructions. Clear and simple. I remember the first time I took a fighting shotgun class I felt like an idiot. Definitely not a beginners weapon.

"Fallen oout of favor"? Hardly. KZfaq is full of shotgun videos.

I learned so much when i did my NRA LE certification. Within 100 yards, this is your most devastating platform. Most of the "weaknesses" can be attributed to user lack of knowledge or skill. You have to keep the beast fed. If you run out, then you need to get comfortable with single shot loads from the top and bottom of the port load.. When you have two proficient operators, all you hear is BOOM 💥, BOOM 💥 BOOM 💥, BOOM 💥 . The beast is an amazing platform that deserves a serious part of any modern warrior's training.

Kaiser wilhelm tried to have these banned in WWI because they were too devastating, meanwhile mustard gas was all good- goes to show how damn lethal this beast of a weapon is. Good work boyz.

Great advice. Thank you.

I’d never make fun. They were safe and I also like that, and meaning no offense, these are not men with 5% body fat. And neither am I. They look like a couple of dads that are running a drill they may imitate real life. And it looks hard as fuck. This is the kind of shit we all need to see. It’s your every man, in a bad situation. Running a shotgun like this is just something I could never do without some work. The port loading was impressive, and not wanting to completely reload the gun because of the time it takes seems relatable. James, as always, you’ve gotten out the crayons to make people like me understand. I appreciate it, please never stop this. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

Take Fighting shotgun! Of all of the Tactical Response classes I have done so far, I think it was the most fun.

Adding a bit of stress really tests how well you know your manual of arms.

Go James! Good Luck!

Great video. The most informative fight video for me so far.

Glad I came across this. Miss you James.

Get well James! Much love from Indiana!

It's definitely always a great idea to take a weapons course to know how to shoot/reload while simulating a gun fight scenario. That way when it comes time for the real deal you'll already have the mindset of knowing what to do and how to react to any situation whether it be in your home or out in public.

Another great video. Thank you

Good stuff, thank you. I'm shopping mag pull.

Great info, good job

I know it sounds lame but next to my shotgun I keep a claymore satchel of shells buck on one side slugs on the other

I was at the gym just listening to this with my headphones. And mid deadlift rep all i here is "MOOOOVE. BANG BANG BANG" I think I peed a little.

That looked tough with the shotguns. Great drill

hey man i havent seen one of your videos in a while i learned alot from you about 10 years ago i cut my teeth in firearms using a shotgun well over 1000 rounds as my first gun and your techniques helped with that

I love my Stevens 320 Tactical. I have my carrier set up with plenty of shells readily available on card then a few pouches with shells for reloads with a little more time available. Definitely love this drill. Practice males perfect

Great video James Thanks

Yup, gotta get down south and take a shotgun class. I’ll have to pick up a magpul stock for my home defense 870. Didn’t know there was a length of pull difference. Hope the speech issue gets sorted out soon for you.

Have a Big Dot on my Mossberg, great sight!

What about the speed loading technique with 2 shells at a time like in competition? Of course it would be hard to stack shells right if you are picking them out of your pocket though.

RIP JAMES...

Fair Winds & Following Seas Brother. 🏴‍☠️🇺🇸

Was there an advantage for the guy on the right to not shoot from his left shoulder when leaning left? Seems like he was struggling shooting on the left side while going right handed.

i enjoy these vids , may have already done one but do a revolver moving drill if not or hell go old school and muzzle loaders like the minute men

Cool vid! Reload practice with dummy shells was really helpful I’ve found... Would love to do a class! Looks like terrible fun!

Great Shotgun video!!✊🏿👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

Would’ve love to take these classes I love my 12ga looking to improve my skills wit it

This series continues to be great.

Very nice. I have a 500A with magpul stock and handguard and the sling attachments front and rear too. Love the magpul stuff for my shotgun. Need to / will do Way of the shotgun at tactical response! Thanks y’all for the video!

Always GREAT videos.

Thank you.

RIP James.

Thank you for the great video

Nice vid. Displays the limitations of non-magazine fed weapons. Is there a mag loaded shotgun that you have seen run well enough to consider for a fighting long gun James?

That looked pretty good, I have a shoulder slung pouch to hold the shells.

You are a missed, big guy rest in peace, my friend

Welcome back James!

I’ve installed a Hogue overmold 12” LoP stock and Streamlight TL-Racker forend on my HD 500, need to get a side saddle and sling. I do wish it was an 18” or shorter barrel as opposed to the 20”. Chris Baker at LuckyGunner has a 14.5” 870 with the MagPul stocks that looks like the ideal HD shotty.

Cool vid thank you.

Legend

Looks pretty cool, id go for training like this and possibly a little more advanced, nice video Guy's

"...that side saddle he's not using." 🤣

What helps me is “load as you go” with a rifle, you empty the mag and reload. With a shotgun, you have to keep it topped off consistently, running it dry only makes you have to load more at once. I wish I could do a course like this. Looks fun

Good stuff to know. Thank's.

A side saddle or a belt that holds 25+ shells would provide easier access to the shells. A great demo of cover and moving forward with good communication.

Outstanding.

In the current climate of things its easier to get longer barreled hunting shotguns around 28inch". Which would be more important ? Shorting the barrel or changing the stock to a more tactical one ? I've heard you emphasize the importance of both kind of in past videos.

I don't miss him at all. He trained for offensive tactics. He never had a mindset for defensive tactics, and we're all civilian folks. We have to abide by the laws of engagement. So there, this time he isn't going to argue with me.

Thanks

James how do you feel about a pistol grip with sling and 5 rds

Good stuff.

They had a pretty good rate of fire at the end all things considered

Good man

I suppose it depends on the application. If you are going to war then the shotty probably doesn't make sense but for a home invasion 5 to 7 rounds of buckshot will probably handle the situation. After all each round of buckshot is equal to a Makarov mag dump. Be ready to top up or do emergency port load of course but after two or three get riddled with buckshot odds are good that things are turning your way. Having a backup handgun wouldn't hurt.