Personal Protection: 12 Gauge Low Recoil #4 Buckshot 

How can Paul claim to have a speech impediment when he is one of the most fluent and coherent speakers around?

At this point, I don't trust anyone that cannot explain the construction of the Meat Target in detail.

As some one who IS stalked by sumos regularly, I'll have to reevaluate my ammunition choices. And maybe my life decisions.

A T-shirt with an illustration of a meat target and a caption reading "don't try this at home, I'm what you call a professional." -The perfect holiday gift.

The fact that neither cartridge significantly over-penetrated the Meat Target is exactly why people choose #4B over 00B. If I'm attacked by a sumo I'll just have to be bothered with shooting twice. As always Paul, great video.

The most refreshingly Non-bullshitty channel I’ve ever seen. Even if you’re not interested in shooting but are sick of BS, this is the antidote.

"And we'll start with some tedious chronograph testing". Never change, Mr. Harrell.

Before Santa comes down Paul's chimney on Christmas Eve, he calls ahead - twice. He also sends an elf in body armor down first. Just in case.

Can we all just admire Paul's pump shotgun skills? The shot hasn't even left the barrel and he has already loaded another round.

Paul Harrell drops a video.. and I in return drop everything and watch immediately. Is that the right move? You be the judge..

I attempted to duplicate the meat target, but ended up grilling and eating the pork ribs, drinking 15 screwdriver cocktails, and making fleece blanket stew in a Dutch oven.

Every time I walk through a fabric store and see a bolt of fleece I immediately think “new and improved high tech fleece bullet stop”

The combination of well-spokenness and firearm technical competence that Paul possesses, while delivering superb entertainment in every video, is unparalleled on RU-vid.

Mr. Harrell is the Dean of Instruction on his topics. Not only in his mastery of the material, but in the way he lays out his presentations, and in the way he narrates the. Thank you, Sir. I have learned much from you.

Paul is definitely a “unique” personality. If you can get past that (which isn’t difficult) he still has the best firearms/ammunition videos out there.

This is exactly the sort of practical testing that I look for to help me pick out ammunition. Thank you Paul for your hard work.

Thanks for making the Reduced Recoil #4 Buckshot video.

When Paul Harrell does division math problems. There is no remainders.

Paul is a legend. I never get tired of these videos.

Paul Harrell = the GOAT

Pretty sure thumbs down guy is the biggest PH fan of all. Always right on time.

Have my last final today at 3pm PST but Paul Harrell videos take precedence :)

Without a doubt, you produce the best content on firearms, ammunition and shooting technique. Many people will be well served by watching your videos and making use of the information presented. Thank you!

I really appreciate your video's Paul... as a retired Marine who taught other Marine how to properly fire their M-16's i can truly appreciate the work and dedication you bring. plus i ALWAYS learn something new from your videos, and save a lot of money because i dont have to test these products myself.

999 comments.... I couldn’t resist. Excellent presentation, Paul. As a relatively-inexperienced gun owner who is alienated and turned off by the “tacticool” side of 2A culture, I really enjoy watching and learning on your channel.

Paul - How about a similar video re #1 Buck. Much more importantly, wishing you and your family a joyous Christmas season!

Thank you for all the lessons Paul. I feel your videos have helped so many people become more informative. Your the man!

Thanks for all your insight and Merry Christmas

This is by far one of the best buckshot videos I've ever seen. Well articulated and very informative. Thank you Paul

Last time I was this early the pork chop pectorals were still oinking.

I've seen a bunch of your videos and love the "shoot and immediately pump the action" I see with every pull of the trigger. Great skill to learn.

I'm very appreciative of the time and effort you put into these informative presentations - thanks!

i love this as much as all of you - fact is if you shoot anyone with these they will be incapacitated enough that the second or third shot will render them basically worthless- making high quality shots- that's important. Paul you rule!!! thank you-

I've grown accustomed to the ultra-cool retro sportsman's coats, but there's an exponential awesomeness factor that kicked in with that old camo duck hunter's hat. Freakin' great choice Paul! The video and content was very informative too. Keep up the great work, and Merry Christmas if we don't hear from you again within the next dozen days.

Paul Harrell, I am SO thankful for the videos you make! Truly, they are, for me anyway, both entertaining and informative and I enjoy every second. I know they probably take quite a bit of time and effort to complete, but know I appreciate your unbiased and educational take on the many subjects you cover regarding firearms! Thank you!

Another high quality, informative presentation by Mr. Harrell and his crew. Thank you to every one involved in this production. Be well and happy shooting.

I have to say Paul....your videos are excellent! Top notch, bar none, hands down some of the best videos on RU-vid. I greatly appreciate the time you spend as well as the money spent on making these for us. You have a enjoyable dry humor about yourself “never change that.” Thank you so much for your service in the military also. I served as well. Paul, happy holidays and hats off to you good sir. 👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

We are having meat target for Christmas dinner this year, God bless everyone!

Paul. As always I enjoy and learn from your painstaking and thorough videos. Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones. All the best.

Another well done comparison. I always learn something from your videos and get a chuckle ("stalked by a Sumo"). Keep the quality videos coming!!!

Now I'm expecting a "Sumo Meat Target" comparison for future videos.

For me reduced sound pressure levels are far more important than reduced recoil.

As usual Paul you presented a great informative video. Logically presented in a factual format that's easy to follow and understand.....

Keep it up,Paul.Your tests are well constructed and fair.You're an asset to those who want to be informed.

As someone who has a Mossberg 500 as his main home defense gun, using Remington Green and Yellow Box, 2 3/4 inch #1 buckshot (kinda the in-between load between 000 and #4 buck).....thank you, Paul. I think I'll steer clear of the low recoil loads.

Really beautiful scenery there. The last time I was this distracted was when we got to see Paul's dogs

I am incredibly thrilled by the thorough nature of his testing individual traits of the different ammunitions, really well done video!! THANK YOU

I always enjoy not only Paul's ability to express his opinions (knowledge) but his straight forward, objective approach to shooting in general. Great video

Paul's videos are click bait and I fall for it every time.👍

Very artistic lens flare while discussing the meat target results. *:-)* Also watching the meat target explanation on double speed is fairly funny as well.

Thank you, Paul. Even as a combat vet, I have learned so much from you. Appreciate you.

My favorite channel reviewing my favorite shotgun round... today is a good day!

Most Excellent! Low Penetration and LETHAL damage to threat is what I require in Apt. dwelling!

The audio is still quite accurate at expressing the sound signature of each weapon, but man I miss that stereo from the earlier videos.

These videos look like a lot of work, great job!! Really like your content, great information

A great big thumbs up again for Paul's vids, No bull and all backed by testing

Just wanted to write and tell you that I enjoy all of your videos. I value your honest and unbiased opinions. I also appreciate your attention to detail and the efficiency with which they are done. Thanks💯

Simply badass, priceless education. I Hope RU-vid isn't still defunding his channel.

Merry Christmas to you and yours Mr. Harrell. Thanks for making these practical, informative and useful videos.

Great video. Thanks Paul !

Look at mister fancy pants with his new coat.

Well, since I use this same PMC #4 low-recoil in my Mossberg Shockwave, I’m good with your testing, because for my home-defense, any engagement will be inside 10 yards. That’s lethal enough for me without me worrying about shot going in my neighbors house next door. Thanks for the testing sir.

As always, professional and unbiased. Thank you.

Ahh. A video from Paul. The perfect thing to watch/listen to while working on 3D artwork!

useful and interesting as always.

I really wish they didn’t mess with your Thanksgiving special it was one of my most favorite videos

Thank you Paul for another great, informative video. Two thumbs up.

You are one of the few reviewers that doesn't sound like a this new ammo or gun add. Thank you.

I have to say it, that dutch oven presentation was awesome, just as much as I could hear Paul Harrell elaborate on firearms all day long, it might as well be just about any subject.

Paul's shoulder is harder than a mountain made of diamond.

Very thorough and to point, perfect.

Another awesome video Paul. I was excited for this after you mentioned it in the other video. Your final words in this video saved me a good chunk of money as I was minutes from purchasing some tool food online thinking it would have performed much better.

That's some slick racking.

I just found Paul’s channel a few weeks ago, I’m so happy he’s still making videos! I wonder how tired he gets of making meat targets and digging through it to find pellets...

Lots of information, no bull... Respect.

Excellent quality video. I know it took a lot of time making this video, I can appreciate that.

All that talk about pasties makes me want to take a closer look.

After watching these videos, I want to engrave “For use with Remington ammunition only” on all my barrels.

Another GREAT technically sound real world ammunition application video! Chalked full of useful details and information...AS ALWAYS!

I Love These Videos and Very Much Value Paul's Opinion ... His Sense Of Humor Is Awesome...

If others would find it useful, I'd be interested to see a comparison between Hornady's 160gr FTX Leverevolution in calibre 30-30 and more traditional 30-30 ammo. Specifically as it relates to hunting effectiveness on deer and potentially larger game animals such as moose, elk, bear, etc at distances up to 100-200 yards. I have read on forums that hunters have found the round ineffectually 'breaks up' in the animal if fired at closer distances under 50 yards and wondered if there was any truth to that. Thanks and greatly appreciate all your videos and the effort you and your crew put into them.

Thanks for this. No 4 buck is my home defense choice. Love to see the pattern test at closer ranges, say 5-7 yards like in a house situation.

Thank you again for another great video. You are the best out there with true evaluations. No hype.

Always exceptionally informative. Best on the web.

Paul Harrell mech idea: T-shirt that reads, “Meat Target”

I just obtained some Sellier & Bellot #4 buck, with 21 pellets per shell, so I guess it is a reduced recoil ammo. Sounds like it would be good for a home-defense scenario where over-penetration is a big concern (like in my small apartment).

Still the best gun channel on RU-vid!

The way you describe things is awesome. It's like describing a cooking recipe... of destruction.

In Soviet Russia shotgun recoils from you!

I run 000 buck in my defense shotguns. Cause shooting 8 9mm handguns at once sounds like a solid plan

Happy holidays Paul and another great video. I always stop what am doing to watch your videos.

This channel fits my hand the best.

Looks like it might be a good choice for people overly concerned about penetration in their home defense shotgun.

I'm a fan of anything that allows me to cause damage at a distance to an attacker'... Choices of equipment may vary. You be the judge. 😉

Thank you for all your hard work.

Thanks Paul!

It would be interesting to see a video on the UPS shooting.

One the best channels on RU-vid

Excellent videos ! I like the testing regiment down to earth and the point . Also the meat targets are champ down to earth and reality . Thanks again for a good video.

Paul...Eye opening! Thank you very much for the education.