What ammo to buy? New gun for me...

[Bam]

Got a Winchester 12gauge shotgun from a buddy and I'm not sure what to pick up for target practice and home protection...

 

I got two barrels with it, the one currently on the gun says "Winchester Model 1200 - 12GA - 2-3/4 CHAM." Then under that it says "RIOT" Also, on the end of this barrel is a "Deluxe Poly Choke" ??? It says Full X-Full Slug and can be unscrewed from the barrel. What is it?

 

The other barrel is longer and says "Winchester Model 1300 -12 GAUGE - 2 3/4 & 3". Then under that it says "Rifled Barrel Deer Slug".

 

Anyways, It hasn't been used in 5+ years according to my buddy so what should I do to make sure its ready to rock and roll?

 

And of course, what do you guys recommend to buy for target (just want to take it out for a few to get a feel for it and clean the cobwebs out) and then what should I use for Home Protection?

 

Thanks

[87GT]

Federal makes a "target load" that is perfect for practice. For home defense use nothing but buckshot.

[Dave1647545494]

clean and oil all the parts

 

you can buy #6 or #7 low brass field loads pretty cheap for all-purpose

[TurboRust]

happy killing..i'm a little more accurate with a handgun, i lent matt the 12 ga. lol