r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Feb 12 '23

Weekly Newbies & FAQ Thread - Post your questions here for PAL/RPAL application, timelines, CFSC/CFSRC, references & requirements, or general new to firearms ownership -type questions

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u/StyleTrue9920 Feb 13 '23 edited Feb 13 '23

Is recoil of the 12 gauge 3-in shotgun slug really bad? New to shotgun and have shoot my mossberg 500 12 gauge for 3 weeks. Today I bought a box of slug shells and then realized it’s 3-inch rather than 2 3/4 inch that I used to shoot.

I heard of 3-in has really bad recoil. Anyone could share how it feels? Would it be nightmare for first timers? Is it potentially more damage to the barrel ? The data stamp of mossberg 500 includes 3-in.

Thanks !

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u/syntheticfish Feb 13 '23

it depends on the shot but it can be bad if its a slug or high power load, you’ll be fine but it could be unpleasant. if you are new get some 8/9 shot for trap as practice.

as for your firearm it will be fine, you can shoot anything out of that, just make sure you use a cylinder choke for slugs so they don’t get squished

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u/StyleTrue9920 Feb 13 '23

Thanks !

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u/syntheticfish Feb 13 '23

no problem, i love to see new shooters - have fun!

when i take my new friends shooting, i usually do 22lr then #9 handicap loads, then #6 shot and to finish off 1 magnum slug or 000 buck 3”.

if they like it we move to real centerfires like 308 etc.

i have had friends get lightly bruised from the slugs, if you shoot only high recoil you can develop bad habits ( flinching, shot anticipation )

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u/StyleTrue9920 Feb 13 '23

Got it I will probably stay off from 3” slug for now until I get used to lower power ones :)