Home Defense: Shotguns - Target Distance vs. Shot Pattern

Home Defense: Shotguns - Target Distance vs. Shot Pattern | Thunder Ranch Training Center

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9 жыл бұрын

Using a shotgun effectively requires that you know how it works in all scenarios. Clint Smith, President and Director of the world-class Thunder Ranch training center, shares his knowledge of the practical application of shotguns. Despite popular belief, shotguns should be treated as precision tools at close ranges. This drill will let you know what your gun's pattern looks like at various distances and, therefore, how precisely you need to aim at your intended target.
Instructor Rick Staples is using a 500 Thunder Ranch from Mossberg: nssf.it/500thunderranch
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@patrickr3703 9 жыл бұрын

FROM CLINT'S WIFE: For all of you asking Clint to clear his throat. In the last 4 years he has had 8 surgeries and being under the knife that long ( 24 hours last year) has really torn his vocal cords up....so this is the way he sounds. For those of you leaving nice comments...thank you....those of you who do not like this video...thats just fine....we hope it helps some of you that need this information. Heidi Smith

@larrysfarris 9 жыл бұрын

Ms Heidi Smith, I recgonize the purpose of having made and posted this video for which I am supportive (& which I think served its purpose). The vast majority viewing it probably won't comment on it. Some small percentage will offer positive comments and some negative. In any case (as far as I know), no one held a gun to their head and forced anyone to watch it. So in line with that, in the future you MAY want to consider "disabling" the ability for viewers to comment. Many videos, especially from companies or institutions, limit KZfaqr's ability to pro-offer comments on their posted videos. I personally don't see this as detrimental to the video posting; the basic tentent remains intact: those that want to watch, will and those that only seek to make negative or snide remarks will have to do so elsewhere.

@grantwiscour 8 жыл бұрын

Good Info...good video.

@AltonRowell-gb1lb 7 жыл бұрын

Patrick R He is a good man. He will get better. I love his videos. He has a touch of humor and good common sence.

@AltonRowell-gb1lb 7 жыл бұрын

Patrick R I'm just one of those people who won't to make my self lol . It's good for my depression. I have seen so much crazy Ness, lately I'm trying to keep from going crazy. No offense intended.

@chiliprepper7678 6 жыл бұрын

I like the way Clint sounds. Don't ever change. Gruff and tough.

@quothraven8492 9 жыл бұрын

As a certified home defense instructor, I want to thank Clint for these fantastic videos! Firearm owners and instructors can learn so much from them! In this case, he has dispelled a common myth about the use of shotguns for personal defense. I always keep a tricked-out Mossberg 500 handy but don't expect it to be a crowd control firearm at close range. Keep up the great work, Clint!

@kyliewyotie2008 9 жыл бұрын

Really enjoy all the Thunder Ranch videos. Clint is a great instructor.

@mcdonaldnweze 3 жыл бұрын

I really like the way he explains and instructs. He's accomplice is a great shot.. wow...

@jamescarter4175 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I now understand what those extra holes are in my targets.

@mwa66212 4 жыл бұрын

I've had a class with Rick Staples. He was an excellent instructor also.

@BulletSpoung 7 жыл бұрын

Years ago John Shaw did shotgun class and the hostage drill was one of them. He told us to put the bead on the bad guys outside ear (away for good guy) and cut there head in half. As you can see if your close it works just fine.

@Duskyming160 5 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial. Now these days Federal Flight control 00 bucks have such tight patterns from 50 yards out of an 18.5 inch barrel. Amazing ammo right there.

@Richard-mz7qu 4 жыл бұрын

Clint, you are the man!! Than you so much for another really great informative instructional video.

@jonellhaney7162 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing instruction. His shooter is a machine 😁

@jackgreenstalk777 2 жыл бұрын

we all can be at those ranges with a shotgun, started close built confidence up, got idea od spread at 3 yd 9ft, 5 yard 15ft, and 7yards or 21 feet. all very likely self defense ranges. good practical training. and shows at the end how precise it can be, tho I hope to never need to use it like that, its good to know if you train you can get to that level fairly quickly. stock+long barrel makes shotgun fairly easy to shoot if you have some tips on stance and how to hold it properly to handle recoil

@rokkinjohann 5 жыл бұрын

I've not looked at any of the comments. I'll say this: Great practical examples of what to look for IF one must use a firearm in self defense. On my son's 21st b-day I picked him up after he bought a 1911 .45ACP. We banged gongs, falling plates and other steel targets with .22LR, 9mm, 38 Spl on up. Printing for spread on paper AND printing for target reaction are all educational practice at the range. Thanks Clint for this posting!!.

@JetMech1972 3 жыл бұрын

This is an EXTREMELY helpful video. Thank you!

@usptact 5 жыл бұрын

Great stuff, Clint! Thanks for making this video! Much appreciated!

@superuser8636 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, Clint. This is a really great video! Thanks for all your expertise and insight. Hope you’re doing well. Thanks again

@gunchief0811 4 жыл бұрын

I love the Marine in him it's part of who he is. Semper-fi Clint and Heidi... From SSgt. CALHOUN U.S.M.C. (P.M.I)

@gostpurp 3 жыл бұрын

Your not a marine

@gunchief0811 3 жыл бұрын

@@gostpurp your moms not a Marine.

@2fast2block 5 жыл бұрын

Always learn what you can learn. I learn from Clint. I HAVE to know where all my guns shoot because although I like my sights dead on center, some sights don't adjust for elevation so it's more of a 6 o' clock aim. Since I have a membership at an indoor range and can only shoot slugs, I don't know what my pattern will be for buckshot. Obviously, I'll have to go to an outdoor range. On a side note, thus far I like the bead only sights for home use, like the shotgun used here. Like it too for bird hunting, but for 4 legged, which I never did with a shotgun, then I'd likely want some more accurate sighting.

@superbug1977 9 жыл бұрын

This is excellent instruction / information. It is an honor to be a student of this instructor--even if I learn by way of video. These videos are a collection of master-class-level learning opportunities. Keep up the good work.

@samdoctor2312 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience.

@75Prelives 8 жыл бұрын

As usual great video. I almost always learn something new. Thanks.

@bodhicastellano399 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this amazing video clint, all the local ranges in my area only allow slugs so ive never really shot much bird/buckshot let alone pattern it and this video gives great demonstration as to what the spread may look like

@jeremy101111 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the informative video Clint.

@SuperUncleRyan 6 жыл бұрын

He does make great teaching videos , but they are all business. God bless you and yours sir.

@jdog6620 4 жыл бұрын

Just found this video. This video is great and HIGHLY informative.

@MusiqTruth 4 жыл бұрын

I love this guy’s voice. Back home in rural North Carolina, we’d say it sounds “seasoned”. Thank you for a great video with good information!

@rainbow2710 4 жыл бұрын

This is really good, very well explained!

@bkp7777 9 жыл бұрын

Great video Clint, fantastic stuff...

@lmomechtech7709 9 жыл бұрын

Very good example...thanks. Looks like I need to do some pattern testing.

@AgrippaKCsGunTime 5 жыл бұрын

rick staples is extremely professional and if you ever get to have him grace your presence just keep your mouth shut and listen; you will learn something.

@mallito11 9 жыл бұрын

Great imput keep the great lessons coming. Thanks

@markej4801 Жыл бұрын

As always, Clint, your vids are clear and educational. I have recently purchased a tactical shotgun and this gives me valuable information. Thanks!!!

@mike74em 9 жыл бұрын

Really good information, thank you.

@chaburchak 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Will never get the chance to take a class with Clint so this is the next best thing. Thanks!

@charlespitl Жыл бұрын

Thank's for the info Clint ,there is still so much to learn .

@Fawske 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful and informative video. Thank you for this

@johnbailey520 Жыл бұрын

Exactly what I was looking to learn. Thank you.

@christopherfisher1694 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. I learned a lot. Thank you for sharing. And Clint being a former Marine (Semper Fi brother). I hope you are alive and kickin!

@mellman420 2 жыл бұрын

outstanding video!! Great shots and great explanation!!!

@greysonkochevar4877 2 жыл бұрын

You the man Clint true inspiration on and off the range

@elliottwelborn111 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought my first shotgun, this video is so useful. Thanks for the info!

@hasdrubal121 6 жыл бұрын

Really good info, really well explained by Clint and I will definitely be testing it out at the range. Good safety instructions also

@AltonRowell-gb1lb 7 жыл бұрын

I love u all , keep up the great work.

@akamanonthemoon 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video!

@jimallison1138 2 жыл бұрын

Great Job and video as always .

@Sarm-mx6qy 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome thank you.

@alessandromatteo8365 2 жыл бұрын

Great video awesome information ... now I need to go shoot the shotgun.... I love All of thunder ranch videos....

@charito_ur 4 жыл бұрын

Looks like a derya/ria shotgun was used. Nice training video!

@jfkesq 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video.

@jehovauponyouyeahyou450 3 жыл бұрын

"KNOW WHAT YOUR FIREARM WILL DO!!!" - VERY GOOD ADVICE - GOOD VIDEO -BRAVO!!!!!!!

@johnfurious8419 8 жыл бұрын

Excellent video..... shoot, shoot, shoot your gun or guns.

@jfm562 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent thank you.

@keeganlittlelittle5394 5 жыл бұрын

Great video

@donsettie646 7 жыл бұрын

Clint had cancer. He's an excellent trainer.

@justinballard7242 4 жыл бұрын

Clint is awesome.

@eugeniogibson172 8 жыл бұрын

Interesting video! I will take into account when using my shotgun.

@lifeistoshortgottobeoptimi8707 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks great video

@lm8544 4 жыл бұрын

I like this guy. Good info but his personality is cool and he is brilliant

@crafty714 8 жыл бұрын

I LOVE a shotgun!!!!

@estebanchiadote.9174 4 жыл бұрын

Me too!!👏👏😉

@haredywaled 4 жыл бұрын

Me 3 ;)

@IamOCJ0510 3 жыл бұрын

Shotguns are powerful!👍

@rwitt3vloggs 3 жыл бұрын

Simple to use and very effective 💯

@eddie2647 3 жыл бұрын

@@IamOCJ0510 KRM 262 is best shotgun!!!!

@TheWoundChannel 9 жыл бұрын

Great video, very informational. I love to see people explain away common bs myths, especially when it could save someones life.

@gud2go50 3 жыл бұрын

I love Clint, Brother Marine.

@millardfarqhuar1990 8 жыл бұрын

Very useful information...thanks for putting in the effort.

@jonenglish98 9 жыл бұрын

Good video. James Yeager put it up on facebook

@russellthom1169 3 жыл бұрын

Hi good stuff! Thanks

@AltonRowell-gb1lb 7 жыл бұрын

I did not know he had Sergey. He sounds fine to me. I pray he gets better. GOD bless him.

@handsomehaitian7396 4 жыл бұрын

I recently graduated as a corrections officer, same firearms training.

@jd44usa 9 жыл бұрын

Never knew this. I learn a lot. Good video. :-)

@anthonyyahuaca7089 Жыл бұрын

Okay so you said don’t shoot at 25 yards…. But in the navy I have to shoot the Mossberg 500 using buckshot from 25 yards, 20 yards, 15 yards, and 10 yards. If my goal is to hit center mass for all these distances, would you aim center mass the whole time ? Please help and thank you

@AltonRowell-gb1lb 7 жыл бұрын

Good pounters. I reload shotgun shells. I noticed with a larger pouder charge and low amount of shot. I get a more wider spreed pattern. But with low pouder and Lots of shot , its a tight group. I was really surprised to see such a tight group out to 25 yards.

@therideneverends1697 4 жыл бұрын

from what i understand higher velocity deforms the shot more leading to wider patterns where as low velocity dents it around less so it flys streighter

@ExceptionalPleb 4 жыл бұрын

That guy is a good shot

@CJRKENT7697 5 жыл бұрын

My question is on the blue and red plates, I did not see any indication of the wad hitting anywhere including the black areas. Please explain

@polaire801 5 жыл бұрын

Clark Rachesky my guess would be that the wad bounces off the steel.

@MrEazyE357 4 жыл бұрын

The wad is plastic, the plates are steel. It's not gonna leave a mark.

@byerh 9 жыл бұрын

I'm a new shotgun owner. This video is very helpful. Much appreciated. Thanks!

@AltonRowell-gb1lb 7 жыл бұрын

I like your videos. Yes a shotgun is not a blunderbuss for sure. All thow a blunderbuss filled with gravel and broken glass bits would sure do the job. Maby some gun manufacturer should make a auto blunderbuss shotgun in a 10 gauge 15 round 5" magnum ,with a 8" open end. Now that would be the way to go . But my wife would kill me for useing it if we were broken in on.

@Frip36 4 жыл бұрын

super dave

@hueman09 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a Staples, I wonder if Rick is any kin? My people are from a small town in Georgia, Roopeville, GA , just south of Carrollton, GA

@isleofgreg 9 жыл бұрын

Clint sounds like he gargles a mouth full of pebbles every morning :)

@Sporkmaker5150 9 жыл бұрын

Not pebbles, buffering media.

@hektoriuz 7 жыл бұрын

1 hit the corner shoulder lol bandaid .

@Cristalack 4 жыл бұрын

Rock Chalk!

@retardedmaelstrom6495 4 жыл бұрын

if you use flechette and shoot it then it WILL cover the whole wall the disadvantage of flechette is EVERYTHING and it even damages your barrel

@jimmynix5399 8 жыл бұрын

The intro song sounds like School's Out by GWAR

@trixstermillion2190 4 жыл бұрын

Dude in the green shirt looks and sounds a bit like Super Dave Osbourne.

@trixstermillion2190 4 жыл бұрын

Getting hit in the eye with a wad, of any type, is never a good thing.

@trixstermillion2190 4 жыл бұрын

For my first firearm I purchase a Mossberg 590M Shockwave, and I am in love with it (though we haven't set a marriage date, yet). I haven't had the opportunity to shoot it yet, being that that sort of activity is frowned upon, even in the deep hood in which I reside, and I've been wondering one thing - how should I aim it? Any stance I try that uses the small bead to sight makes it seem like unleashing a shell of 00 buckshot will kick it back into my face. Should I get a laser sight or even a compact flashlight and fire from the hip? Or just fire form the hip unaided?

@concernedcanadian8460 4 жыл бұрын

Personally I think shotguns are the best self defense gun plus the most fun to shoot. Easier to master than a pistol or a carbine, but deadly and much less likely to over penetrate walls and such, depending on your ammo choice. I love my shotty's...all 9 of them! lol

@studentofthegun 9 жыл бұрын

seems familiar

@Carnerd101 4 жыл бұрын

Was it Hard Target w/ Jean Claude Van Damm where he has a shotgun pointed at the bad guy in a hostage situation?

@steelwolf6910 3 жыл бұрын

Great video . I favor my shotgun over my ar but that's just me

@bp814 Жыл бұрын

So what is the big hole from...?

@markej4801 Жыл бұрын

As he stated multiple times, that is the wad, or the pocket that carries the shot out of the barrel.

@Halberd11 9 жыл бұрын

@ranchurdhimster4955 3 жыл бұрын

Why shoot the enemy multiple times when you can shoot them multiple times once?

@jonh4265 5 жыл бұрын

The longest I would use my shotgun for is 17 yds, with OO Buck that's still lethal.

@djreggieduffleduffle3488 2 жыл бұрын

His voice strikes me as a drill instructor

@pmcbear04 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the lesson. However, why so concerned about "trickery"? No one has any reason to think the red/blue flipper is a hoax other than the fact it is continually being 'proven' not to be trickery in the video.

@larrysfarris 9 жыл бұрын

Agree, I think the script writer should have been challenged on this portion of the script (pretty uncalled for).