Check out my guide to the Best Shotguns for Any Budget ... With modern ammo, many hunters are shifting to 20 gauge and even 28 gauge and .410. So, I don’t really see a downside to 3″ chambers.

The 410 shotgun ... traditional 12-gauge, the 410 packs enough punch for self-defense while remaining easier to handle for new or smaller-framed shooters. Here are seven of the best 410 shotguns ...