You were my squad leader. E co 1/162. I remember doing the machine gun competition with Goin and you were our coach. We used a rucksack to carry the weapon system and we smoked all the other teams in the 2 mile run. And you were like" the rules dont say how to carry it". Its good to come across your you tube channel. I really enjoy it. -Joel Marsh
Hey Joel, Great to hear from you. For everyone reading this: Joel Marsh Was one of those troops that you could always count on, especially when things got stupid, which they frequently did.
Congrats good sir. Get some pistols if you can. You will love it. Im addicted to tokarevs personally. My tokarev therapist is struggling with helping me heal 😂
@@chaddesantis4191 Yeah. different game requires different tools to hunt. 12 gauge is good, but there is definitely a need for 20 gauge and I think even 16 gauge too. I've never found much use for 410 though.
I think the chronograph was taken out by a stray buck shot. Both ammo's seemed great and it's a reminder of the awesome stopping power of a shotgun. As always Paul get well soon, were all rooting for you even as far away as gun free Australia.
It was a regular day at the Rio HQ office when Geoff, the head of PR bust in violently abusing the normality. "What's that?" asked Dave the office manager, referring to a standard letter sized paper in Geoff's right hand. "Paul Harrell just reviewed our twenty gauge number one buck ammo" A deadly silence descended in the office, no one spoke, no one moved, no one even dared. Geoff slammed the paper down on the nearest desk that just happened to belong to Linda, the head of marketing. She jumped, startled by the sudden action. "Here's the transcript" Geoff announced "Take a f****** look." Slowly, Rio's finest began to creep over to Linda's desk while Linda herself could only stare at the transcript, seemingly entranced by the implications this document would summon. With what was unreasonable restraint, Dave took hold of the innocent looking paper, the rest of the staff experiencing a strange ambivalence wishing Dave would pick up the pace, but simultaneously not wanting to know. Dave's eyes scanned the words, as he read the others unconsciously edged closer affixing the poor office manager with looks of expectation and dread. Finally, Dave gingerly placed the transcript back onto the desk, making deliberate eye contact with everyone. "Paul Harrell says" he paused for effect, "He would use the ammo himself". All eyes widened, a manic look began to show on everyone's face, the two seconds silence that followed was louder than any mere tock concert. Then, all hell broke loose.
With a long and clear explanation of his interpretation of the necessary velocity required to kill different types of insect and whether or not it's bad luck to spill salt when you're using it as a weapon.
Educational and informative as well as entertaining. As only Paul can do. The Monarch 20 ga, 2¾ incnh, #1 Buck, 9 pellet out of my Mossberg 500 with cylinder choke patterns center and extremely tight. At $13 for a box of 25 ( price can vary depending on region) I can't complain one bit. That is my 20 ga shot gun yours my preform differently.
Years ago I had the hardest time finding 20 gauge buckshot but I found like 5 boxes of these at a Sportsman’s Warehouse in Lewiston, Idaho. Bought them all and they have served me well ever since.
20 gauge is definitely hard to find especially buckshot. During covid all I could find was Winchester and Remington #3 buck. This year I've been able to scoop up Fiocci, Rio, S&B and armscor in #1 and #2 buck.
Paul, Thank you for your dedication and intuitive thoughts on all things. With that said, I too, use a 20ga. side by side. And I face some very large feral hogs on my place in the woods of East Texas. A few took both barrels to stop with #3 buck. I'm grateful for your evaluation of this particular cartridge with #1 buck.
Thanks for sharing your experience with #3 on hogs. Having owned a couple of double barrels and using them to hunt in bear country, if I were you, I would load one barrel with the Rio and one barrel with a Brenneke 20 Gauge 2 3/4" Green Lightning Slug. The Green Lightning slugs are hardcast and are devastating. The Brenneke 20 Gauge 3" Silver Slugs are even better (hardcast as well but even more powerful) but are impossible to find right now except on Gunbroker. Hit a charging hog or bear with the Rio #1 buckshot to break the charge and then follow up with a Brenneke Green Lightning to make sure it stops for good. I use this same loading type in 12 Gauge Pump or double barrel guns. Buckshot to break the initial charge and then follow up with Brenneke hardcast slugs. The buckshot, even if it doesn't put the hog or bear down, will almost always make them pause and then they start biting at themselves for a moment before resuming the charge. That's when you hit them with the slug and then immediately reload in case those didn't do it. Gotta be creative when you only have two shots!
@@JohnB-dr8sk Thanks for the information. My 20ga side by side is modified & full choke R to L. Not to thrilled to shoot a slug through a full choke, but maybe in the modified barrel. I'm currently searching for #1 buck 20ga loads. Hope I can find some. Stay safe out there. 👍
@@anangryranger You're very welcome Ranger. The Brenneke's are also what Alaskan State Troopers use in their pump shotguns to deal with Kodiak Bears. Just make sure to seal the primers first with Markron or nitrocellulose nail polish because Brenneke primers have been known to allow moisture in under extreme wet conditions. I know the Brenneke Green Lightning's are currently available at Midway but haven't seen the 20 Gauge Rio's available anywhere. Your #3 would work fine to break the charge as long as you back it up with a Brenneke, because who knows when the Rio's will be available again. Best, John
I've learned so much from you Paul, and I trust your advice. I've watched all of your you tube videos, and I learn a lot from each one. Keep them coming please.
For about 20 years, my home defense load was one of those 20 gauge Winchester #3 buck loads. My wife and kids were better able to shoot it. My daughter took the 20 with her when she got her own place, so I promoted my 870 to a home defense rig with a streamlight flashlight and loaded with 2 3/4" #1 buckshot. I am okay with the 00, but I feel that the #1 gives more hit probability in my particular situation. It also patterns REALLY well compared to the 00 loads that I tested.
Once again, it was a pleasure meeting you a week ago. I was going to see Hickok45 at a show yesterday, but my vehicle has developed a problem, and my two friends were unable to drive us there due to illness. Hickok left me a comment, saying at least I got to meet the guy who has a brain (Paul Harrell). He also said he'd like to meet you at some point.
We run Rio #1 in 20 ga, an Win or Fed plated 00 buck in 12ga, an yes we can hunt deer with a shotgun here, ( FLA ). Much the same results with the 20 ga, but it will kill 2 legged or 4 legged critters. Thx for the vid Paul
@@SierraBravo347 best thing i ever did was switch to diet after learning i was diabetic, its so gross that it hits that craving just right but you dont wanna keep chugging it eventually you learn to live without it
I bought some of this ammo and was favorably impressed. It is soft shooting and patterns, with a 20 inch mod choked barrel just about like Paul experienced. It can be had at a significant savings over other 20 gauge buckshot. I got it for about $12 for a box of 25 (Buds Gunshop) versus about $4 for a box of standard #3 Winchester or Remington. My only real complaint is that it is roll-crimped which makes it an overall longer shell, which, depending on your gun, might make a difference in capacity. It is what I am using for a self-defense load in my 20-gauge pump.
It's not just how much damage you do. It's what you damage. There's a lot of difference between "tore the heck out of the attacker's lungs, causing them to collapse and him to asphyxiate before emergency services reached the scene" and "poked a hole through the attacker's aorta, causing him to collapse immediately." Having to follow a deer for another five minutes and having to fend off a psycho ex-boyfriend for five minutes are *not* the same consequence.
@@TheDuckofDoom. Do you remember the #2 birdshot at 50 yards thing? It bounced off a t-shirt. I was wondering exactly that, because at short enough range it'll hit like a frangible slug. Far less threat to neighbours or flatmates than #1 buck, still effective at "affordable housing" ranges. If it doesn't over-penetrate, all that momentum gets transferred. *I SAID SIT DOWN!*
Paul, sometimes when we get old and face crises we wonder about our legacy, could we have done things differently. If you ever have these moments; know that you have taught well, offered your best advice, been clearer than most and are respected by hundreds of thousands. With most sincere respect and admiration, Phil
No one makes more methodical content. Appreciate every second of video you post Paul. Meat target testing is probably what I find to be most useful, but I think the Thanksgiving special is the most fun :)
Have to admit I love the holiday specials. Every presentation is a winner but Paul shows his humor in those specials & we hear some really good stories about his experiences.
OK, it's completely plausible that it is new and improved, and one can clearly see that it is high tech, but is it REALLY fleece? Best gun channel out there, thanks for all you do Paul. Viva Pop Tarts!
Another great presentation. Awhile back you did a show on using your middle finger to fire a pistol. It got me thinking about trying it with my Walmart parking lot assault weapons, micro 380s. I started out dry firing with laser cartridges. I was surprised at my increase in accuracy. So out to the range. I found there that slightly pinching the pistol between the thumb and index finger that was placed along the frame it reduced my tendency to pull the shot on these little guys. By sitting lower in the hand the felt recoil was less and using the extra leverage of the longer middle finger the hard pull of the double action was much easier. As with your findings I found this not comfortable with larger weapons. This is how I now train with my small 380s.
Paul made a good point when he said most 20 gauge buckshot is #3. I prefer #1 buckshot for 20 gauge and only buy Rio, Spartan, or Monarch brand 20 gauge buckshot as they are all #1 buckshot. I’ve tried the Winchester #3 buck 20 gauge and my Ithaca 37 doesn’t pattern as good for me as the #1 loads and I like the overall performance of the #1 better. Amazing video Paul and thank you for doing this one. There just isn’t enough 20 gauge buckshot tests out there on TH-cam and yours is the best I’ve seen period.
I discovered Paul’s video platform a few months back, and began binge-viewing his videos last week while resting & dealing with some health issues. I’ve now watched *all* of them. Even the ones which do not contain any information relevant to me, like cartridges I’ll never own a weapon chambered in; outdoor cooking that I will most likely never do; drills I’ll probably never run; etc. But damn, I must say each & every one has something I’ve learned and never thought of. Thank you, Paul, for being the dude you are & providing so much useful & important data. I really hope to see some handloading videos at some point. Oh, most importantly: *Thank you for your service, Sir*
I love shotguns! I only have 12ga, but they are fun. Dove, turkey, quail, are my primary hunting ventures. I keep a Mossberg 590A1 by the bed for defense at home. My wife likes 20ga. She is an excellent shot.
Paul, my name is Kevin Blankenship and I love the vids that you put up!!! I love them all...some better than others....but really I love them all. Thank you for having plenty of advice, and all the other stuff. I am TRULY grateful!!!!
Great review, Ty. It's interesting to see the results from ammo I've never, and probably won't ever, use. In my 20g's I shoot Remington, Federal, and Winchester birdshot. Glad to see these numbers.
Thanks Paul. This is of interest to me bc I gave my son the Stoeger double barrel coach gun that he used shooting Cowboy Action with me as a boy. I did give him some buck loads but I have no idea what loads... the idea is that this is something his wife can operate too as it's a pretty basic operation... and while it does kick of course, it's pretty light.
Thanks for the video. Someday, I'd like to get a 20 gauge shotgun. This presentation is useful to know that #1 buckshot is available at a price that's probably pretty good Rio tends to be a budget ammunition.
Hey Paul, wanted to take a moment and say thank you for all of the editing, recording, and general educating you do, always happy to see you upload a new video and I hope you’re doing well, love you brother God bless
Paul is the best there is. I think it would be a nice relaxation vid to have a collection of Paul shooting about 10,000 through the chronograph. I never fast forward through those! On another note, I bought one of his Meat Target T-Shirts and they are extremely comfortable. Gonna buy the green one to go with the black one. I encourage you all to buy one as a way to show support for Paul and to get a damned comfortable T that you can wear with pride as a fan of Paul!
Great info, I’ve really taken a shine to the 20 gauge for EVERY use. There’s not a ton of information on 20 gauge buck though, so this was VERY useful 👍
Im a viewer from the uk, i love watching these videos, very entertaining and fun to watch. If you keep making them then i will certainly keep watching them!, I wish you well 🙏🙏
Glad to see this review as I recently purchased 2000 rounds of the Rio #1 buck at a great price from Bud's Gun Shop. In a self defense situation the heavier pellets will be of use if the bad guy is wearing something more substantial then a light shirt. Or is hiding behind a door or a piece of furniture. I liked that the #1 tended to group more in the center of the target where the #3 seemed to have a void in the center. As to the flyers, it is common for 9 pellet loads (in any gauge) to throw a flyer. From what I understand it has something to do with the way the pellets stack in the shell.
Going to be using this load this season for my deer and hog hunting this year. The shotgun I will be shooting will be a stevens 320 20 gauge with a modified choke
Thanks, I bought a couple hundred of these as the "BEER" incident was winding down. It was available and I got it at a good price. I couldn't find much about it, but the little bit made it sound "OK". I was also hoping that since it had 3/4 ounce of shout, it would also have less recoil than the standard 1 ounce of #3 buckshot. This is important due to the lightweight 20 gauge Maverick shotgun I purchased to go with it. This review sows that I made a good choice.
I came to the same conclusion about the S&B #1 buck 12 pellet 12 gauge that was the only stuff out there for under a dollar a round: it will suffice for the zombie horde.
@@DB-thats-me There is a type of Beer (Corona), that Paul used to refer to a certain virus going around. TH-cam was picky about how the name of the virus was used.
20 gauge seems to have had a rise in popularity in recent years. I'm a big fan. Where I live, over the past few years, the diversity of "self defense" type of shells have become more common at stores selling ammo. For example, I can now regularly find Federal #2 buck in a 3" magnum. I can also find Aquila #2 buck in 2 3/4. This, along with the Rio #1 that Paul just demonstrated, and of course the more common #3. In years past, you were lucky just to find #3, and slugs. This was another great video by Paul!
I've been going back though Paul Harrell videos and past over this one because like a comment before, I don't have a 20ga. However I just enjoy the heck out of these videos!😊 Who knows, Maybe I'll get a 20ga someday. Might be good for youngsters & ladies.
Another best video Paul. The meat target and pattern targets say it all. Totally agree with you on the Rio for deer hunting. As for home defense I use No.6 Turkey Loads. Blessings Paul!!!
Interesting how the Winchester is lower-velocity, but seems to do a little more damage as a result of the higher pellet count. But I think the Rio would be the way to go between the two for home defense; it's penetrating deeper and making bigger holes without the recoil being awful.
I’ve seen underpenetration with magnum 12 gauge loadings as well. Really inconsistent power from pellet to pellet. My brother shot an old TV. Some pellets penetrated steel; others were lodged in plastic!
Great as always. Might you consider doing an episode on field dressing a dear. Gutless vs gut method? Also one on cooking the deer meat in the field maybe in the Dutch oven? Thanks.
I remember in the 1990s #1 buckshot in 20GA seemed pretty common. I still have some #1, #2, and #3 from back then. I dunno why but it seemed like sometime in the 2000s I started to only see #3.
FAQ 800k?
It's filmed and in post production. Should be on line in a few days.
@@PaulHarrell I'm here until I see you shoot an M60 somewhere, then I have completed my life journey. I see all those awards in the intros.
@@PaulHarrellhope you are doing well and we all pray you are cured
@@2aisabsoluteTim your prayers are anwsered, he isnt sick anymore.
You were my squad leader. E co 1/162.
I remember doing the machine gun competition with Goin and you were our coach. We used a rucksack to carry the weapon system and we smoked all the other teams in the 2 mile run. And you were like" the rules dont say how to carry it". Its good to come across your you tube channel. I really enjoy it.
-Joel Marsh
Adapt modify overcome.
Hey Joel, Great to hear from you.
For everyone reading this:
Joel Marsh Was one of those troops that you could always count on, especially when things got stupid, which they frequently did.
That is very high praise sir! He sounds like a very squared away person. God bless you sir.@@PaulHarrell
@@ndChronicleswhat did i just read? Pancreatic cancer and Paul Harrell? Very disturbing to read and think about.
@@ndChronicles Thanks for mentioning! Watchted it. Bad news.. A thought to all people going through challenging times. Nice to hear that you made it!
Paul is truly proficient in the art of sneaking a middle finger.
He's a true master.
Got to love it.
Ninja Bird 😂.
I hate it when he does that.
I have to wait until I stop laughing and rewind the video because I can't hear him.
Paul
you are funny as hell
2.50 sneaking in a salute to gun grabbers!
I'm still praying for you sir. God bless you. I'm 66 and all I ever shot my whole life was 12 gauge. I bought a 20 gauge in 2014 and now I love it.
Congrats good sir. Get some pistols if you can. You will love it. Im addicted to tokarevs personally. My tokarev therapist is struggling with helping me heal 😂
⌚️ Europa the last batťle
The most jumbled and confusing statement I've read today. It's not even truthful. Why do boomers lie so much and to themselves?
@@mattmarzulacope
@@budget.88 Hoy Veigh shut it down!
Nothing like a Paul Harrell video to cap off the weekend 💪🏻
I was thinking the same thing :)
This guy gets it
Hey! Where WAS his cap?
@@TheWalterKurtz Paul is a strictly no cap operation
Got my hot cocoa
Pop Tarts, shotguns, chronographs and meat targets. Makes for great end of weekend entertainment/learnin'. Thanks Paul!
I don't even own a 20ga, with no plans to get one. But I watched because Mr. Harrell's presentations are that good and informative.
You're missing out.
Yup... ^THIS^ 😁👍
Just like the 380 videos
Man it's my favorite for squirrels
@@chaddesantis4191 Yeah. different game requires different tools to hunt. 12 gauge is good, but there is definitely a need for 20 gauge and I think even 16 gauge too. I've never found much use for 410 though.
I think the chronograph was taken out by a stray buck shot. Both ammo's seemed great and it's a reminder of the awesome stopping power of a shotgun. As always Paul get well soon, were all rooting for you even as far away as gun free Australia.
20 gauge is perfectly acceptable
We are rooting for you freedom loving Aussies here in the States too. Much love.
It was a regular day at the Rio HQ office when Geoff, the head of PR bust in violently abusing the normality.
"What's that?" asked Dave the office manager, referring to a standard letter sized paper in Geoff's right hand.
"Paul Harrell just reviewed our twenty gauge number one buck ammo"
A deadly silence descended in the office, no one spoke, no one moved, no one even dared. Geoff slammed the
paper down on the nearest desk that just happened to belong to Linda, the head of marketing. She jumped, startled
by the sudden action.
"Here's the transcript" Geoff announced "Take a f****** look."
Slowly, Rio's finest began to creep over to Linda's desk while Linda herself could only stare at the transcript, seemingly
entranced by the implications this document would summon.
With what was unreasonable restraint, Dave took hold of the innocent looking paper, the rest of the staff experiencing
a strange ambivalence wishing Dave would pick up the pace, but simultaneously not wanting to know.
Dave's eyes scanned the words, as he read the others unconsciously edged closer affixing the poor office manager
with looks of expectation and dread.
Finally, Dave gingerly placed the transcript back onto the desk, making deliberate eye contact with everyone.
"Paul Harrell says" he paused for effect, "He would use the ammo himself".
All eyes widened, a manic look began to show on everyone's face, the two seconds silence that followed was louder
than any mere tock concert.
Then, all hell broke loose.
I really hope that actually happened. This story had me at the edge of my seat! lol
Beefed it at the end.
I actually held my breath with them! Lol noice!😊
Hilarious 😅
Epic my friend, epic.
Nice, something that Paul isn’t disappointed at, it’s lovely to see someone sends him something good.
You think Paul getting mellow on us...? or is it a product that simply performed as advertised...
Thanks you Mr. Harrell, hope this finds you well.
Hey Paul, hope you're doing better. You're a kick ass guy.
Id watch Paul for the dry humor and 70's sport coat in the intro alone.... the info is always a great bonus.
Anyone else love those Pop Tart ads in the beginning lol? Brilliant stuff
You're the last one to love them! 😂
Congrats on the 800k, looking forward to the questions for newbies and the thanksgiving special. 👍
For what it's worth, thanks Paul for answering every question I had about firearms.
Chuck Norris wears Paul Harrell themed pajamas.
😅😂🤣👍
So does Bigfoot
It would be hilarious if Paul tested the “bug-a-salt” as if it was a real firearm 😆
I would watch that!!
Dumb because it would cause zero effect in everything...unless they paid him a ton of money to do a parody
And if he used the chronograph and meat target
@@Dylan.More-Veiny I think the meat target should be on the grill.
With a long and clear explanation of his interpretation of the necessary velocity required to kill different types of insect and whether or not it's bad luck to spill salt when you're using it as a weapon.
"Share the experience."
I'm not sure if thats supposed to be a joke or not. There should be a shotgun manufacturer that states, "Spread the love."
It brings me great joy everytime one of these videos is posted, regardless of topic. Thanks Paul.
Paul sees poptarts proceeds to assume crouching tiger pose! Love those adds! Thank you for all you do sir!
Educational and informative as well as entertaining. As only Paul can do. The Monarch 20 ga, 2¾ incnh, #1 Buck, 9 pellet out of my Mossberg 500 with cylinder choke patterns center and extremely tight. At $13 for a box of 25 ( price can vary depending on region) I can't complain one bit. That is my 20 ga shot gun yours my preform differently.
Years ago I had the hardest time finding 20 gauge buckshot but I found like 5 boxes of these at a Sportsman’s Warehouse in Lewiston, Idaho. Bought them all and they have served me well ever since.
Mine is loaded with Federal #4 buck, at the time, it was the only buckload shot I could find.
20 gauge is definitely hard to find especially buckshot. During covid all I could find was Winchester and Remington #3 buck. This year I've been able to scoop up Fiocci, Rio, S&B and armscor in #1 and #2 buck.
Academy carries Monarch 20ga. #1 Buckshot for $13.99-25rds.
Pretty sure there both made in Italy.
Paul,
Thank you for your dedication and intuitive thoughts on all things.
With that said, I too, use a 20ga. side by side. And I face some very large feral hogs on my place in the woods of East Texas. A few took both barrels to stop with #3 buck.
I'm grateful for your evaluation of this particular cartridge with #1 buck.
Thanks for sharing your experience with #3 on hogs. Having owned a couple of double barrels and using them to hunt in bear country, if I were you, I would load one barrel with the Rio and one barrel with a Brenneke 20 Gauge 2 3/4" Green Lightning Slug. The Green Lightning slugs are hardcast and are devastating. The Brenneke 20 Gauge 3" Silver Slugs are even better (hardcast as well but even more powerful) but are impossible to find right now except on Gunbroker. Hit a charging hog or bear with the Rio #1 buckshot to break the charge and then follow up with a Brenneke Green Lightning to make sure it stops for good. I use this same loading type in 12 Gauge Pump or double barrel guns. Buckshot to break the initial charge and then follow up with Brenneke hardcast slugs. The buckshot, even if it doesn't put the hog or bear down, will almost always make them pause and then they start biting at themselves for a moment before resuming the charge. That's when you hit them with the slug and then immediately reload in case those didn't do it. Gotta be creative when you only have two shots!
@@JohnB-dr8sk Thanks for the information. My 20ga side by side is modified & full choke R to L. Not to thrilled to shoot a slug through a full choke, but maybe in the modified barrel.
I'm currently searching for #1 buck 20ga loads. Hope I can find some.
Stay safe out there. 👍
@@anangryranger You're very welcome Ranger. The Brenneke's are also what Alaskan State Troopers use in their pump shotguns to deal with Kodiak Bears. Just make sure to seal the primers first with Markron or nitrocellulose nail polish because Brenneke primers have been known to allow moisture in under extreme wet conditions. I know the Brenneke Green Lightning's are currently available at Midway but haven't seen the 20 Gauge Rio's available anywhere. Your #3 would work fine to break the charge as long as you back it up with a Brenneke, because who knows when the Rio's will be available again. Best, John
“40! That’s pretty slow!” Hilarious delivery on that line
Morning at the Harrell's: Paul sets up the meat targets.
Evening at the Harrell's: Another big batch of bbq pork ribs.
I've learned so much from you Paul, and I trust your advice. I've watched all of your you tube videos, and I learn a lot from each one. Keep them coming please.
Keep up the good work, Paul!!
⌚️ Európa the last battle
For about 20 years, my home defense load was one of those 20 gauge Winchester #3 buck loads. My wife and kids were better able to shoot it. My daughter took the 20 with her when she got her own place, so I promoted my 870 to a home defense rig with a streamlight flashlight and loaded with 2 3/4" #1 buckshot. I am okay with the 00, but I feel that the #1 gives more hit probability in my particular situation. It also patterns REALLY well compared to the 00 loads that I tested.
Once again, it was a pleasure meeting you a week ago. I was going to see Hickok45 at a show yesterday, but my vehicle has developed a problem, and my two friends were unable to drive us there due to illness. Hickok left me a comment, saying at least I got to meet the guy who has a brain (Paul Harrell). He also said he'd like to meet you at some point.
Now ^THAT^ would be a video I'd like to see 😊👍
We run Rio #1 in 20 ga, an Win or Fed plated 00 buck in 12ga, an yes we can hunt deer with a shotgun here, ( FLA ). Much the same results with the 20 ga, but it will kill 2 legged or 4 legged critters. Thx for the vid Paul
Excellent. I needed this today. Thank you, Paul.
Let's face it....we all just like watching Paul Shoot $h!t! 😂😂
The older .30-30 video he did is GREAT...he shoots 3 pumpkins filled with orange soda 😮
@@Hjerte_Verke Lol! Paul HATES soda! 🤣👍
@@SierraBravo347probably a dentist thing lol
@@EthanDyTioco Maybe so. That shit's just plain Bad for you period. It makes a helluva reactionary target though, so atleast there's that. 🤣
@@SierraBravo347 best thing i ever did was switch to diet after learning i was diabetic, its so gross that it hits that craving just right but you dont wanna keep chugging it eventually you learn to live without it
I bought some of this ammo and was favorably impressed. It is soft shooting and patterns, with a 20 inch mod choked barrel just about like Paul experienced. It can be had at a significant savings over other 20 gauge buckshot. I got it for about $12 for a box of 25 (Buds Gunshop) versus about $4 for a box of standard #3 Winchester or Remington. My only real complaint is that it is roll-crimped which makes it an overall longer shell, which, depending on your gun, might make a difference in capacity. It is what I am using for a self-defense load in my 20-gauge pump.
I think the tighter pattern on the Rio would be good for home defense.
Why, are you the live-in caretaker of an arena? In my house even bird shot would hit like a slug.
It's not just how much damage you do. It's what you damage. There's a lot of difference between "tore the heck out of the attacker's lungs, causing them to collapse and him to asphyxiate before emergency services reached the scene" and "poked a hole through the attacker's aorta, causing him to collapse immediately." Having to follow a deer for another five minutes and having to fend off a psycho ex-boyfriend for five minutes are *not* the same consequence.
@@TheDuckofDoom. Do you remember the #2 birdshot at 50 yards thing? It bounced off a t-shirt.
I was wondering exactly that, because at short enough range it'll hit like a frangible slug.
Far less threat to neighbours or flatmates than #1 buck, still effective at "affordable housing" ranges.
If it doesn't over-penetrate, all that momentum gets transferred. *I SAID SIT DOWN!*
@@TheDuckofDoom. What is your point? 360 grains of lead traveling at 1300 FPS is going to do anything you need it to do.
Kel-Tec KSG, ammo change at the flip of a switch
Paul, sometimes when we get old and face crises we wonder about our legacy, could we have done things differently. If you ever have these moments; know that you have taught well, offered your best advice, been clearer than most and are respected by hundreds of thousands.
With most sincere respect and admiration,
Phil
Quite helpful. Thank you. And thank you viewer for the buckshot that Paul used to review & compare. Good stuff.
No one makes more methodical content. Appreciate every second of video you post Paul. Meat target testing is probably what I find to be most useful, but I think the Thanksgiving special is the most fun :)
Have to admit I love the holiday specials. Every presentation is a winner but Paul shows his humor in those specials & we hear some really good stories about his experiences.
Great presentation. Thank you, Paul.
Great info! thanks Paul!. & thanks to whoever sent the ammo. I am alwyas on teh lookout for 20ga buckshot testig data
Hey Paul, I’d love to see a presentation covering 20 gauge steel shot loads for waterfowl. Keep up the good work!
Paul, as usual you're the best at what you do! We all appreciate the no fat policy you have on all your videos.
Happy to see you haven't been adversely affected by the writers strike😊. Also, VERY happy to see you vertical and ventilating.
OK, it's completely plausible that it is new and improved, and one can clearly see that it is high tech, but is it REALLY fleece?
Best gun channel out there, thanks for all you do Paul. Viva Pop Tarts!
Another Sunday Special from our friend and mentor, Paul Harrell.
You couldn't ask for a better gift.
Another great presentation. Awhile back you did a show on using your middle finger to fire a pistol. It got me thinking about trying it with my Walmart parking lot assault weapons, micro 380s. I started out dry firing with laser cartridges. I was surprised at my increase in accuracy. So out to the range. I found there that slightly pinching the pistol between the thumb and index finger that was placed along the frame it reduced my tendency to pull the shot on these little guys. By sitting lower in the hand the felt recoil was less and using the extra leverage of the longer middle finger the hard pull of the double action was much easier. As with your findings I found this not comfortable with larger weapons. This is how I now train with my small 380s.
Very interesting. Thanks for sharing.
Paul made a good point when he said most 20 gauge buckshot is #3. I prefer #1 buckshot for 20 gauge and only buy Rio, Spartan, or Monarch brand 20 gauge buckshot as they are all #1 buckshot. I’ve tried the Winchester #3 buck 20 gauge and my Ithaca 37 doesn’t pattern as good for me as the #1 loads and I like the overall performance of the #1 better. Amazing video Paul and thank you for doing this one. There just isn’t enough 20 gauge buckshot tests out there on TH-cam and yours is the best I’ve seen period.
Thanks Paul! I've been considering a 20 gauge.
Greatly enjoyed seeing you at the meet up. I loaded some black powder 38spl with your advice. Looking forwards to the 5.7 video
I discovered Paul’s video platform a few months back, and began binge-viewing his videos last week while resting & dealing with some health issues. I’ve now watched *all* of them. Even the ones which do not contain any information relevant to me, like cartridges I’ll never own a weapon chambered in; outdoor cooking that I will most likely never do; drills I’ll probably never run; etc. But damn, I must say each & every one has something I’ve learned and never thought of. Thank you, Paul, for being the dude you are & providing so much useful & important data. I really hope to see some handloading videos at some point. Oh, most importantly: *Thank you for your service, Sir*
Sounds like Rio has some good 20 gauge ammo, thanks paul!
But that slick ass middle finger tho! Only Paul can pull it off! SAVAGE!
Looking good, Paul! Thanks for the presentation!
I love shotguns! I only have 12ga, but they are fun. Dove, turkey, quail, are my primary hunting ventures. I keep a Mossberg 590A1 by the bed for defense at home. My wife likes 20ga. She is an excellent shot.
Paul, my name is Kevin Blankenship and I love the vids that you put up!!! I love them all...some better than others....but really I love them all. Thank you for having plenty of advice, and all the other stuff. I am TRULY grateful!!!!
Great review, Ty. It's interesting to see the results from ammo I've never, and probably won't ever, use. In my 20g's I shoot Remington, Federal, and Winchester birdshot. Glad to see these numbers.
Great video. I think a pair of Pop-Tarts popping out of a toaster are in order, at some point. Next-level stuff.
Thanks Paul. This is of interest to me bc I gave my son the Stoeger double barrel coach gun that he used shooting Cowboy Action with me as a boy. I did give him some buck loads but I have no idea what loads... the idea is that this is something his wife can operate too as it's a pretty basic operation... and while it does kick of course, it's pretty light.
Thank you Paul for another informative, enjoyable video. I switched from 12 ga to 20 ga at around age 68. Much less shoulder pain.
Awwww. Shooting a 12 gauge is like drinking wildturkey whiskey. The first shot is rough. Then you get over it and start blasting shit.
Thanks for the video.
Someday, I'd like to get a 20 gauge shotgun. This presentation is useful to know that #1 buckshot is available at a price that's probably pretty good Rio tends to be a budget ammunition.
Hey Paul, wanted to take a moment and say thank you for all of the editing, recording, and general educating you do, always happy to see you upload a new video and I hope you’re doing well, love you brother God bless
Thanks Paul. Nice measured examination of the subject as ever.
Great comparison. Thanks.
Paul - Congrats on 800k subscribers!
Thanks as always. I hope you are feeling well.
I do enjoy your videos AND your sense of humor!
Great information as always!
Gotta love the Shotgun ammo presentations 🤠👊🏻
I love the new intro my friend.
New Intro ?
@@michaelbrohl1625 He thinks the Pop Tart ad is the new intro. But in other videos it sometimes comes after the intro (Thanksgiving Special?).
Pauls videos - only videos I am liking BEFORE watching :-)
Paul is the best there is. I think it would be a nice relaxation vid to have a collection of Paul shooting about 10,000 through the chronograph. I never fast forward through those! On another note, I bought one of his Meat Target T-Shirts and they are extremely comfortable. Gonna buy the green one to go with the black one. I encourage you all to buy one as a way to show support for Paul and to get a damned comfortable T that you can wear with pride as a fan of Paul!
For home defense, the #3 buckshot has the edge because it penetrates less. Thanks for another great video Paul & Co.
Just for s××b's and grins the old Dragnet movie used #4 buckshot.
Miss you Paul 😢. Rest In Peace.
"Share the experience" on a box of bullets is 11/10 on the America scale
Great info, I’ve really taken a shine to the 20 gauge for EVERY use. There’s not a ton of information on 20 gauge buck though, so this was VERY useful 👍
Thank you, Paul & crew!
Im a viewer from the uk, i love watching these videos, very entertaining and fun to watch. If you keep making them then i will certainly keep watching them!, I wish you well 🙏🙏
Number 1 buck is considered by some to be a very optimal size relative to penetration and carrying a good distance with some force.
Excellent information I can put towards my Ruger Red label 20-guage over and under shotgun. Thank you, Paul, and ammoniums donator.
Glad to see this review as I recently purchased 2000 rounds of the Rio #1 buck at a great price from Bud's Gun Shop. In a self defense situation the heavier pellets will be of use if the bad guy is wearing something more substantial then a light shirt. Or is hiding behind a door or a piece of furniture.
I liked that the #1 tended to group more in the center of the target where the #3 seemed to have a void in the center.
As to the flyers, it is common for 9 pellet loads (in any gauge) to throw a flyer. From what I understand it has something to do with the way the pellets stack in the shell.
Excellent video, I love these 20 gauge videos
Going to be using this load this season for my deer and hog hunting this year. The shotgun I will be shooting will be a stevens 320 20 gauge with a modified choke
Glad to see Paul out and about!!
Nice video. RIP brother.
I was wondering about 20 gauge buckshot literally just yesterday! perfect timing for this video thank you Paul
Thanks,
I bought a couple hundred of these as the "BEER" incident was winding down. It was available and I got it at a good price. I couldn't find much about it, but the little bit made it sound "OK".
I was also hoping that since it had 3/4 ounce of shout, it would also have less recoil than the standard 1 ounce of #3 buckshot. This is important due to the lightweight 20 gauge Maverick shotgun I purchased to go with it.
This review sows that I made a good choice.
I came to the same conclusion about the S&B #1 buck 12 pellet 12 gauge that was the only stuff out there for under a dollar a round: it will suffice for the zombie horde.
Silly question; what was the “Beer” incident?😳
@@DB-thats-me 'rona
Doh! Silly me. 🤗👍
@@DB-thats-me There is a type of Beer (Corona), that Paul used to refer to a certain virus going around. TH-cam was picky about how the name of the virus was used.
20 gauge seems to have had a rise in popularity in recent years. I'm a big fan. Where I live, over the past few years, the diversity of "self defense" type of shells have become more common at stores selling ammo. For example, I can now regularly find Federal #2 buck in a 3" magnum. I can also find Aquila #2 buck in 2 3/4. This, along with the Rio #1 that Paul just demonstrated, and of course the more common #3. In years past, you were lucky just to find #3, and slugs. This was another great video by Paul!
I've been going back though Paul Harrell videos and past over this one because like a comment before, I don't have a 20ga. However I just enjoy the heck out of these videos!😊
Who knows, Maybe I'll get a 20ga someday. Might be good for youngsters & ladies.
Another best video Paul. The meat target and pattern targets say it all. Totally agree with you on the Rio for deer hunting. As for home defense I use No.6 Turkey Loads. Blessings Paul!!!
Really impressed with the rio ammunition. Thanks again for another great video!
Interesting how the Winchester is lower-velocity, but seems to do a little more damage as a result of the higher pellet count. But I think the Rio would be the way to go between the two for home defense; it's penetrating deeper and making bigger holes without the recoil being awful.
I’ve seen underpenetration with magnum 12 gauge loadings as well. Really inconsistent power from pellet to pellet. My brother shot an old TV. Some pellets penetrated steel; others were lodged in plastic!
Paul Harrell is the BEST!
Paul you are a true renaissance man. Thank you again for sharing your knowledge.
Oh my God no one beats Paul's humor, I love you man!
Great video as always!
Never underestimate the 20ga for home defense.
Great demonstration. 👍🏻 Thanks.
Thank you, for the years of excellent reviews.
Excellent presentation, thank you.
Great as always. Might you consider doing an episode on field dressing a dear. Gutless vs gut method? Also one on cooking the deer meat in the field maybe in the Dutch oven? Thanks.
I remember in the 1990s #1 buckshot in 20GA seemed pretty common. I still have some #1, #2, and #3 from back then. I dunno why but it seemed like sometime in the 2000s I started to only see #3.