Is there any downside to shooting buckshot from a rifled barrel designed for slugs?
Specifically, I am looking at the Remington Model 870™ Express® Slug Gun, since it is one of the few 20 gauage shotguns I've found that comes with an 18" barrel.
The primary purpose would be home protection.
The subject of 20 guage shotguns for home defense has recently been discussed here at http://thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=162563
Specifically, I am looking at the Remington Model 870™ Express® Slug Gun, since it is one of the few 20 gauage shotguns I've found that comes with an 18" barrel.
The primary purpose would be home protection.
The subject of 20 guage shotguns for home defense has recently been discussed here at http://thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=162563