05/20/2026
She shot a 12 gauge and a 20 gauge back to back. She had no idea which was which.
When Tracy Kienitz asked this client which one kicked less, she pointed to the heavier gun every time. Then her eyes went wide. Then her husband's did too.
So, what are we missing, ladies? In competitive trap, sporting clays, and s***t, gun weight matters more than gauge for felt recoil. And the gun that the shop pushed you toward might just be the one fighting you.
The full breakdown is here: https://passionate-outlaws.com/blog/20-gauge-vs-12-gauge-what-surprises-women-most/