Try this fun test of speed and accuracy,using rifles,pistols and shotguns.
Equipment. Most serious competitors choose MSRs in .223 caliber with fairly short barrels in the 18- to 20-inch range and 30-round magazines.
Divisions. The division definitions vary based on the specific match,but the basics remain the same.
What makes a good 3 gun shotgun?
Name recognition. When everybody knows your name…
Magazine capacity. Since the days of the old Winchester ’97 trench guns,the benchmark of a tactical shotgun has been at a tubular magazine capable of holding at least
Reliably built for hard use.
Durable materials.
Endorsement.
What is the best 3 gun shotgun?
Browning Citori White Lightning. • What It Is: A revamped version of Browning’s classic stackbarrel.
Mossberg 500 Turkey .410. • What It Is: A light-kicking gobbler gun that makes the most of new shotshell technology.
Franchi Affinity Elite.
TriStar TT-15 Field.
Fabarm XLR5 Composite Hunter.
Weatherby 18i.
Stevens 320 Field Grade.
CZ-USA CZ 1012.
What are Your Guns for 3 gun competitions?
A rifle – these will typically be of the AR variety,with some popular choices being a .233 caliber
A shotgun – these can be either autoloading or pump-action shotguns,and both shotshells and slugs are used in most competitions
A pistol – most competitors use 9mm semi-automatic pistols,but other options are available depending on what you prefer
How to get started in 3 gun competition shooting?
Getting started in 3-gun competition is easy. Find a shooting range in your area that puts on 3-gun matches. Then spend some time watching and learning, also, don’t be afraid to ask questions. Once you decide to take the plunge, go easy and don’t spend a lot of money on anything too fancy.