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A shotgun is a weapon that is designed to fire from several to a great many pieces of shot each time it is discharged. The possibility of firing multiple projectiles was recongnized early in the development of firearms. Any large-diameter smooth bore gund can be useds as a shotgun. The hand cannon of the 16th century was capable of this, as were later weapons such as the blunderbuss and fowling pieces of the 17th and 18th century. Even muskets could be used as shotguns, although they were not designed for that purpose. The term "shotgun" came into use in the late 18th century, in conjunction of the settlement of the American west. The first recorded use in 1776 in Kentucky, which was then the western frontier.
Shotguns are stll made and are widely used for hunting waterfowel, upland birds and small game, as well as in law enforcement and for home defence.
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Are Remington shotguns made in Russia?
No. Remington shotguns are made in the USA.
Where were barton and co shotguns made?
Barton & co shotguns were made in Liege, Belgium.
Where was J J Weston shotguns made?
When was J J Weston Shotguns made
Where are Stoeger shotguns made?
Made in Turkey.
What shotguns are made in Brazil?
CBC for one Stoeger Condor and Uplander shotguns, also at least some Rossi shotguns
Is a 1969 browning light 12 made in Belgium?
Yes.All Browning shotguns made prior to the year 1976 were Belgium made shotguns.
Where are or were westernfeild shotguns made?
USA
Where are pointer shotguns made?
inurabuttania
Where are weatherby shotguns made?
Italy.
Who made Davidson and Davidson shotguns?
Mr. Davidson from the board of education in 1864 made davidson I don't know about the shotguns, though.
When did marlin stop making shotguns?
The last Marlin made shotgun was the Model 512 slugmaster,which was made from 1999-2001. After that Marlin made no more shotguns.
Where are Baikal shotguns made?
Made in Russiahttp://www.baikalcanada.com/home.htm
