The most widespread among hunters are smooth-bore shotguns. It is quite simple to issue a permit for them. But how to make the right choice, especially if you are choosing a gun for the first time?
Instructions
Step 1
The most common types of smooth-bore hunting rifles include double-barreled, semi-automatic and pump-action shotguns. If desired, you can choose more exotic designs.
Step 2
The double-barreled hunting rifle is still the most common smooth-bore weapon. This is due to its advantages. First of all, these guns are safer. In addition, it is more convenient to aim from a double-barreled gun. From a double-barreled gun, you can easily fire a couple of shots in a row. This advantage makes this type of weapon popular with big game hunters.
Step 3
The reliability of the smooth-bore double-barreled shotgun is ensured by the presence of virtually two independent triggers. The failure of one of them does not lead to a complete loss of the combat capability of the gun. Add to the advantages of a double-barreled shotgun with a "breaking" mechanism, ease of cleaning due to good access to the barrel. The disadvantage of the double-barreled gun is only two cartridges in working order, ready to fire.
Step 4
Pump action shotguns are distinguished by a significant amount of cartridges in the store. It is more convenient to hunt with such a gun, since a defective cartridge will not cause the loss of the gun's combat capability. For pump-action shotguns, there are a huge number of interchangeable scopes and other useful devices on sale. Pump-action shotguns are often used for self-defense purposes as they provide the ability to fire rubber bullets.
Step 5
The disadvantage of a pump action shotgun is that it has a slow rate of fire. The reliability of the cartridge feeding mechanism is also lame, as a result of which the gun can jam when reloading. The "pump" is sensitive to the quality of the liners.
Step 6
The next type of smoothbore weapon is semi-automatic. They are great because they provide a higher rate of fire compared to pump action shotguns. Many modifications of rifles with box magazines are known to increase the loading speed of the rifle. However, bringing a semiautomatic machine to a combat-ready state is significantly more difficult compared to a pump-action shotgun.
Step 7
Semi-automatic shotguns can take a significant amount of time to eliminate firing delays. You will have to tinker with a low-quality cartridge for a long time. To reduce the possibility of an explosion of such a cartridge in the barrel when it is removed, it is required to wait at least a minute.
Step 8
More recently, the so-called double-action shotguns have appeared, which combine a pump-action shotgun with a semi-automatic. They provide a good rate of fire and are reliable. Ideal as a self-defense weapon using traumatic cartridges. The disadvantage of double action guns is the complexity of the mechanism. Caring for it requires complete disassembly and lubrication after each shooting.
Step 9
When choosing a smoothbore gun, proceed from the purpose for which you need it. A double-barreled shotgun or a pump-action shotgun is suitable for hunting big game. If you are hunting small game and birds, choose semi-automatic rifles or double action hunting rifles.
Step 10
For sport shooting, it is more convenient to use a double-barreled shotgun. For self-defense purposes, an unpretentious and relatively inexpensive pump-action shotgun is best suited. The ideal option is when you acquire several types of smoothbore weapons, depending on your goals.
