Have Shotguns Finally Caught the AR-15?

About this video

Colion argues that modern shotguns have evolved significantly and closed the performance gap with AR-15s for home defense applications. He reviews several contemporary shotgun models including the IWI Tavor TS12, Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical, Mossberg 990 Aftershock, Benelli M4, Beretta 1301, and Genesis Gen 12, explaining how advances in ergonomics, modularity, optics integration, and gas systems have made shotguns competitive defensive tools again. According to Colion, while AR-15s still hold advantages in capacity and recoil management, shotguns are no longer outdated choices but legitimate contenders for home defense roles.

Key takeaways

• Colion teaches that modern shotguns have incorporated AR-style features like optics rails, adjustable stocks, improved ergonomics, and in some cases AR lower receivers, making them much more user-friendly than traditional models
• According to Colion, platforms like the Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical and Beretta 1301 feature refined gas systems and competition-influenced designs that significantly reduce recoil and increase cycling speed compared to older shotgun designs
• Colion emphasizes that while shotguns still require proper training and understanding of patterning, they are now legitimate defensive contenders rather than outdated choices, though AR-15s retain advantages in capacity and ease of use for most shooters

Episode details: published March 3, 2026 · 9:06 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. Colion Noir’s legal commentary reflects his positions and teaching, attributed to him — it is not legal advice. His defensive-incident breakdowns are his analysis of reported incidents, attributed to him.

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