{"id":1230,"date":"2023-09-12T02:30:06","date_gmt":"2023-09-12T02:30:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1230"},"modified":"2023-09-12T02:30:06","modified_gmt":"2023-09-12T02:30:06","slug":"jts-mak12-shotgun-fun-novelty-or-home-defender","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1230","title":{"rendered":"JTS MAK12 Shotgun \u2014 Fun Novelty or Home Defender?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/\">Home<\/a> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/category\/firearms\/\">Firearms<\/a> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/category\/firearms\/shotguns\/\">Shotguns<\/a> \u00bb <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\">JTS MAK12 Shotgun \u2014 Fun Novelty or Home Defender?<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p>Few things frighten me, but one that does is becoming too rigid in my thinking. There are all matter of hypotheses concerning personal defense and the best tool for the job. I have personal and institutional experience in personal defense, on the point, in the training rooms, and in teaching. I have ideas on what is the best shotgun for personal defense. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/shotguns\/?fq=brand%3AJTS+Group&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=jts-mak12-shotgun-fun-novelty-or-home-defender\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JTS MAK12<\/a> did not score in all of my criteria.<\/p>\n<p>There are many who don\u2019t understand shotguns. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/shotguns\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=jts-mak12-shotgun-fun-novelty-or-home-defender\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shotguns<\/a> aren\u2019t rifles firing a splatter of shot. Arguably the AK-type shotgun is a rifle that fires a shotgun shell. Well, as I discovered, that isn\u2019t quite true.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"264\" alt=\"JTS M12AK shotgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-image-90186 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-2.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-2.jpg?resize=300%2C124&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-2.jpg?resize=150%2C62&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-2.jpg?resize=640%2C264&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"264\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-2.jpg?resize=640%2C264&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"JTS M12AK shotgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-image-90186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-2.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-2.jpg?resize=300%2C124&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-2.jpg?resize=150%2C62&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The JTS MAK12 shotgun resembles a beefy AK. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>It isn\u2019t my best tool for personal defense but there are other shooters \u2014 shooters of experience and shooters who train \u2014 who will find the AK-type shotgun a good tool. Whether you own an AK rifle or not, you may find the JTS shotgun worth a hard look and evaluation. For recreational use, I have no reservation. It is a fun gun to shoot. For personal defense\u2026 let\u2019s look a little harder.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-2 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/bulk\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>Some may say it isn\u2019t fair to compare an inexpensive shotgun to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/parts-by-gun-model\/benelli\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=jts-mak12-shotgun-fun-novelty-or-home-defender\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Benelli<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/shotguns\/?fq=brand%3AMossberg&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=jts-mak12-shotgun-fun-novelty-or-home-defender\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mossberg<\/a> 930, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/shotguns\/?fq=brand%3ARemington&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=jts-mak12-shotgun-fun-novelty-or-home-defender\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Remington<\/a> V Max. For recreation or hunting, of course, it isn\u2019t. For personal defense, fairness is off the table. The shotgun must run. I have a different appraisal of our protein fed ex-con criminal class than some do. I mean you have to respect 200\u2013300 pounds of rage and stupidity.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/bulk\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<h2>JTS Features<\/h2>\n<p>So, I want something formidable in my hand, not something that is \u201cgood enough.\u201d The JTS MAK12 shotgun is not lightweight. The appearance is AK like, and the operating mechanism and manual of arms is AK. The sights are a little out of place as they are AK rifle-type sights. That is fine for commonality with the AK rifle but not for shotgun shooting.<\/p>\n<p>Still, the JTS shotgun proved useful with slugs, and these are good slug sights. Remember, if you cannot close the distance, you must get steady and shoot well. The JTS rifle sights allow this. They are not terrible for close range shotgun use.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to be \u2018all you can be\u2019 there is a picatinny rail for mounting a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/scopes-and-optics\/red-dot-and-holographic-sights\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=jts-mak12-shotgun-fun-novelty-or-home-defender\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">red dot sight<\/a>. The JTS detachable, box magazine holds five 12-gauge shells. The shotgun will accept <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/magazines\/saiga\/12-gauge\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=jts-mak12-shotgun-fun-novelty-or-home-defender\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saiga magazines<\/a> including the 10-round magazine.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"368\" alt=\"receiver section of the JTS M12AK 12 gauge shotgun\" class=\"wp-image-90188 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-4.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-4.jpg?resize=300%2C173&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-4.jpg?resize=150%2C86&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-4.jpg?resize=640%2C368&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"368\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-4.jpg?resize=640%2C368&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"receiver section of the JTS M12AK 12 gauge shotgun\" class=\"wp-image-90188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-4.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-4.jpg?resize=300%2C173&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-4.jpg?resize=150%2C86&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Fit and finish are not high grade but workmanlike. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>I explored the 10-round option. While it added weight to an already hefty package, it doubled magazine capacity. Five rounds is a good number for home defense \u2014 one more than a standard Remington 870, less than many extended-magazine shotguns using a tubular magazine.<\/p>\n<p>The JTS shotgun features a well-designed magazine well and a sturdy AK-type magazine catch. The JTS shotgun features the same safety lever design found on the AK-47 class rifle. The JTS doesn\u2019t hold open on the last shot. The safety may be used to lock the bolt open.<\/p>\n<p>An interesting feature is the four-position gas regulator. Many shotguns feature some type of setting or regulator to allow the user to set the shotgun for light field loads including birdshot, duck loads, buckshot, trap loads, and so forth. This allows the shooter to use light loads in training and then ramp up to buckshot.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"430\" alt=\"four-position gas regulator on the JTS M12AK shotgun\" class=\"wp-image-90189 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-5.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-5.jpg?resize=300%2C201&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-5.jpg?resize=150%2C101&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-5.jpg?resize=640%2C430&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"430\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-5.jpg?resize=640%2C430&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"four-position gas regulator on the JTS M12AK shotgun\" class=\"wp-image-90189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-5.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-5.jpg?resize=300%2C201&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-5.jpg?resize=150%2C101&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The JTS shotgun features a four-position gas regulator. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The barrel is 18.5 inches long and features the ability to take Remington choke tubes. I like a <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/patterning-shotgun-defense-edition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tighter choke on defense guns<\/a> than some, and this a good feature. This brings up the subject of hunting with an AK shotgun. Well\u2026 maybe.<\/p>\n<p>I don\u2019t see a shotgun weighing nearly 10 pounds (loaded) swinging on dove and quail or a running rabbit. The sight radius is too short. I guess that isn\u2019t an optimal strategy. People with woods sense prosper whatever the gear. But there is \u2018hunting\u2019 and then there is hunting. The shotgun would be fine for boar hunting, which is often a close range pursuit as it proved to be a decent slug gun. Making one shotgun do a lot of chores is a time proven American ethic. You could do worse.<\/p>\n<h2>Range Testing<\/h2>\n<p>I broke the rule on testing shotguns and began with buckshot loads rather than birdshot. I collected 75 shells. These were the cheapest loads I could find in 25 shell value packs. Most often there is no wad, and the shells burn dirty leaving powder residue.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"372\" alt=\"Sellier &amp; Bellot shotgun shell box 9-pellet 00 shot\" class=\"wp-image-90194 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-10.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-10.jpg?resize=300%2C175&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-10.jpg?resize=150%2C87&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-10.jpg?resize=640%2C372&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"372\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-10.jpg?resize=640%2C372&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Sellier &amp; Bellot shotgun shell box 9-pellet 00 shot\" class=\"wp-image-90194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-10.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-10.jpg?resize=300%2C175&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-10.jpg?resize=150%2C87&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Most of the test firing was accomplished with inexpensive buckshot loads. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>I loaded the magazines and rocked them into the magazine well. I racked the bolt and opened on targets at 7, 12, and 15 yards. There were no failures to feed, chamber, fire, or eject. The shotgun is more comfortable to fire than any other 12-gauge automatic in my battery. This is a product of the weight. That weight doesn\u2019t matter in a home defense shotgun.<\/p>\n<p>Place the hooded front sight on target and hammered the X. Control was excellent. Putting up two and three targets to engage quickly worked well enough but not in the class with a standard stock shotgun. The balance and sight radius isn\u2019t there.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest?utm_source=CTD_Blog_AD&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blog_range_day_friday_mobile&amp;utm_content=square\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p>You may move a rifle quick but not shotgun quick. And I tried! Just the same it is what it is and if you fire, control recoil as you move, and get on target, speed gets better. The supplied open cylinder choke keeps eight and nine pellet \u2018cheap buck\u2019 on target to 15 yards. At 25 the load is no longer centered. Some pellets may be off the paper. Par for the course with any economy gun and with an expensive gun with cheap shells.<\/p>\n<p>A few words on the trigger action. Just mash the trigger all the way through its travel. The first example I tested a few years ago broke at 7.5 pounds. The newest example breaks at 5.5 pounds.<\/p>\n<p>At the second firing session, I had more diverse munitions. I tried a good mix of AA field loads. The JTS MAK12 shotgun gave a fair showing, about 75% reliable with these loads. I didn\u2019t adjust the gas as I am defining the JTS as a dedicated buckshot gun. However, I relented at a later session and found the piece reliable with affordable birdshot. This is a good option.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"337\" alt=\"Tactical forend on a shotgun\" class=\"wp-image-90198 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-14.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-14.jpg?resize=300%2C158&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-14.jpg?resize=150%2C79&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-14.jpg?resize=640%2C337&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"337\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-14.jpg?resize=640%2C337&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Tactical forend on a shotgun\" class=\"wp-image-90198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-14.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-14.jpg?resize=300%2C158&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/JTS-MAK12-14.jpg?resize=150%2C79&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Fit and finish of the custom grade tactical forend on the JTS MAK12 are good. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Next, shells that had been on the shelf a few years. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/brands\/w\/winchester\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=jts-mak12-shotgun-fun-novelty-or-home-defender\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Winchester\u2019s<\/a> 3Gun buckshot, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/brands\/f\/fiocchi\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=jts-mak12-shotgun-fun-novelty-or-home-defender\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fiocchi<\/a> plated buckshot, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/brands\/h\/hornady\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=jts-mak12-shotgun-fun-novelty-or-home-defender\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hornady\u2019s<\/a> (out of production) Zombie buckshot. Each full magazine of five shells functioned well. Next, I fired three Hornady Black 12-gauge shells to test the pattern at 20 yards. (I am jealously conserving my first rate deployment shells!) Results were good with a nice grouping around the X-ring. Afterward, I tried four of Remington\u2019s Managed Recoil slugs. I set the gun on a bench and took my time sighting just below the X-ring. At 20 yards, the four went into a cloverleaf about two inches high. That is good performance for an inexpensive shotgun.<\/p>\n<h3>MAK12 Specs<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Overall Length<\/strong>: 39.375 inches<br \/><strong>Barrel Length:<\/strong>\u00a018.5 inches<br \/><strong>Sight Radius:<\/strong>\u00a09.875 inches<br \/><strong>Length of Pull:<\/strong>\u00a014 inches<br \/><strong>Weight<\/strong>: 9.0 pounds with an empty mag<br \/><strong>Chamber:<\/strong>\u00a02.75 or 3-inch shells<br \/><strong>Trigger Pull:<\/strong>\u00a05.5 pounds<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/reduce-shotgun-recoil\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Recoil was light<\/a> throughout the test. Light recoil is a result of both a relatively heavy platform and the AK-type gas-operated action. So, how do I like the JTS? I like it because it is reliable. That is the baseline and nothing else is as important. This isn\u2019t a 3-gun shotgun or a bird gun. For personal defense it is a decent choice, an ideal choice for some. 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