One of the great things about byrnas 12 gauge less lethal rounds is the ability to utilize the same weapon system for both lethal and less lethal response.

While we never advocate mixing both lethal and less lethal rounds inside the magazine or the shotgun, having one type of round loaded in the magazine and another type say on a sidesaddle or other caring device means that you now have options for how to respond to different types of threats.

Even with shells in the magazine, sliding the forend back to partially open, the chamber allows you to place around directly in the chamber, bypassing the magazine. The key to being proficient with is continual training so make sure you get out there and train early and train often so if the time comes, you are prepared to defend.