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Don't get too excited on the KSG 25...not yet.  For sure there's a lot of reviewers who sign off on this 25 shot (!) combat shotgun without reservation and are giddy with the prospect of a 25 shot pump gun.  But there's some things you need to know about it.  You've come to the right place. 

First, the KSG 25 is very heavy and a bit ungainly.  We'll talk about that in the Bunker of course...firepower vs mobility again.  Lots of infield testing video is shown during the discussion.  Second, like some other KelTec firearms, there's a rub.  The testing had to be extended because of it.  A shell consideration is proffered from my data; it is the key to making your KSGs run well.  

Other considerations will be covered like sighting options, loading, competitive options, and comparisons against other perhaps more preferred KSG options. 

But I'll give this Fortress KSG it's due props: it has considerable firepower, it's one of kind, it's intimidating, relatively affordable, and it will do point defense like few other shotguns. Make sure you stay to the end too when I say if I'd buy one or not too!  

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KelTec KSG 25: Fortress Defense

Don't get too excited on the KSG 25...not yet. For sure there's a lot of reviewers who sign off on this 25 shot (!) combat shotgun without reservation. But there's some things you need to know about it. You've come to the right place. First, the KSG 25 is very heavy and a bit ungainly. We'll talk about that in the Bunker of course. Lots of infield testing video is shown. Second, like some other KelTec firearms, there's a rub. The testing had to be extended because of it. A shell consideration is proffered from my data. Other considerations will be covered like sighting options, loading, competitive options, and comparisons against other perhaps more preferred KSG options. But I'll give this Fortress KSG it's due props: it has considerable firepower, it's one of kind, it'r relatively affordable, and it will do point defense like few other shotguns. Make sure you stay to the end too when I say if I'd buy one or not too! Gunnies Store in Orem www.gunniesonline.com is their webstore! Please buy from them for their support of TNP. Gunnies Sporting Goods Store, Address: 396 State St, Orem, UT 84058 Hours: 10AM–8PM, Ph 801-226-7080 TNPrs who donate to me in Patreon make the continuation of TNP possible! https://www.patreon.com/Nutnfancy Subscribe to TNP for more videos like this http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=nutnfancy Subscribe to Nutn’s B Channel too: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=thenutnfancyproject Sub to TNP Twitter feed: http://twitter.com/nutnfancy TNP Branded Adventure, specialty knives items at: www.nutnfancy.bigcartel.com

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Robert

I had a KSG, but I sold it 😭

William R. Stevens III

Intro made me think of.....Say hello to my little friend!!!!!!!!!😎

Trevor

Speaking of Keltec you should check out the p17 a 12 oz .22 pistol with 17rd mags I just picked mine up for $180 and it’s functioning everything so far, Thanks for the content

Aaron Martin

I’m good, wrong house... 😅

bcbrin

KSG has always been a 'like to have' rather than a need. Already having a 590A1 in the arsenal, it's tough to justify another shotgun that wouldn't serve a secondary purpose like hunting, trap, skeet, etc. That said, Keltec is one of the only companies putting out 100% unique designs.

Nicolas Royston

This is the shotgun for people who didn't want to watch Nutn's "ammo carry for tactical shotgun" video. Point defense is best pou for sure. For when you know you won't have time to reload.

Mark Horan

How about a run n gun through the old trench against the Beretta 1301 Comp Pro or Stoeger M3K 3-Gun shotgun. Miss the old trench. Thanks for review....made my Sunday evening.

Aceman1126

Keltec... make this in semi auto and I'm sold. I know it will take time to iron out the reliability issues but pllllleeeeeaaassseeee make it happen. Take your time and make it run 100% (include adjustable gas settings) and you will have a LOT of buyers

mm80121

Was Nutn clearing that malfunction with a Spyderco Stretch 2? That is a lesser known but very awesome Spydie 🤙

RowdyRon

Really cool video. So glad to see this pop up in my mail. Thanks Nutn.

Jake Etzler

Any chance of you reviewing the KS7 Nutn? I understand its basically a stripped down KSG but I'm curious what your opinion is based on SAWC and how it holds up in the desert...always appreciate your vids man, thanks for the great content.

Chris Marchi

It would be great in semi auto but hauling it around? Reminds me of the M60 days.

RobK

18:20 there is a video error

The Nutnfancy Project

I'd rather shoot the 590 than the KSG. It's more of a special purpose gun. For instance in vehicle close confines I'd prefer the KSG>

The Nutnfancy Project

I do have the KS7 review also done it was horrendous in reliability. KT just cannot seem to get quality issues fixed and they never will. But when upgraded from the factory they run great, go figure.

Nick Campbell

Didn't even know this gun existed! The Nutnfancy reveal is pure entertainment value! Grinning ear to ear starting this video.

Nancy Merrell-Robertson

Oh, Kel-Tec! I wish I understood your business model. Thanks for a GREAT review Nutn. I always look forward to them. ON A PERSONAL NOTE, any idea how I can get the .22LR magazines that would fit into the stock of my SU-22? I've tried and tried, and can't get them, nor does anyone I speak with know what I'm even talking about. OH, well...

The Nutnfancy Project

Sharp eyes...it was an extended title that I corrected. I'll reupload it for the A Ch but let it ride here, thanks!

Lon N

As always good stuff Nutn, all GRV's are relevant information. Speaking of 12 gauge bullpuppery... I would be entertained by a review of Armscorp / Rock Island VRBP-100. 5 round mag fed auto. No I don't own one, but the crop of bullpup 12 gauge autos being imported is interesting.

Christopher Davis

I'm only a few minutes into this review and I'm already laughing from the casual conversation with a home invader about your weapon of choice and "Maybe you don't understand that it's with a banana!" (I had no idea you could do that with your voice, Nutn!) LOL

Casey Jones

It's a great gun I'm sure, just not for me. It's the weight issue. I'm not exactly 6'4" 240lbs and 5% body fat. Can I shoot it? Yeah. Just don't wanna haul that thing over hill and dale. As for home defense, rather run a more compact and lighter gun. But everyone that wants to run a KSG 25, go for it. It's up for the task, that's for sure. Great review Nutn.

Rob B

Speaking of SAWC, any plans on testing the Brownell’s all polymer AR15 lower once they’re released? Might finally accomplish that 6 pound fighting rifle goal without needing skeletonized BCGs or carbon fiber barrels.

Kinoons

Keltec’s Chad Enos: friend, competitor, and project bear scat expert.

Patrick Brichta

Dude, i was totally hoping that POU you were about to drop is "when the roof-tops start speaking Korean! "

Beck

Looks badass and intimidating, thats for sure

Logan Holmberg

I don't care about self defence personaly (its basically illegal where I live...equal force laws🤮) but that gun looks like fun. I wonder if it would be a good wilderness gun? Good Varmet/Hog gun I think IMO Hell yeah! But I imagine its capacity makes it illegal for most game other than those labeled as pests. Anyway the weight can't be much worse than the wood stocked shotguns Ive luged around most of my life.🤣

Logan Holmberg

Do you think as a Varmit truck gun having Slugs in one barrel and Buck in the other might not be a good idea? That way you don't necessarily need a choke and you have slugs for longer ranges on cyotes or heavier pests like hogs. Also if you screw up its not the end of the world you just might have missed a shot or splatted a pest more than youd like but its probably not a big deal. Also wolves and bears get pretty big were I live so UI like the idea of having both even though the DNR aren't fans of guns out of season. Frankly I'll take the fine cause I don't give a F**k if a Cougar, Grey Wolf or Black bear is approaching my camp. I've long sinced learned you don't F around with these animals especially if the are aclimatized to humans. Yeah popers, bear bells and mace have their place but not in camp.

Anthony Schaad

Hey Nutn, thanks for the honest review. Looks like it b fun to plink with , maybe home defense but would def not be in my top list. They definitely are interesting shotguns just... idk they never really floated my boat. But as always thanks for the hard work in putting this content out here !!

whiskey papa

Nothing. Say nothing with a KelTec moniker on it.....jesayin.

Shot442

First range trip out with a KSG, it took me less than 30 seconds to jam it up so bad it took tools to correct. After looking more closely at the design of the action I decided it had no place for me as a defensive shotgun.

Sheepdog

He Nutn, speaking of Chad Enus (apologies if I spelled his name wrong), what watch was he running in the picture you flashed up of him? Very cool looking watch!

Matthew Larson

Definitely got a good laugh from the intro of the video. Thanks for still putting out gun reviews! I have had the standard KSG on my list for a long time, but I haven't gotten around to picking one up. Not sure how available they are right now anyway. The 25 looks cool, but seems kind of like a novelty thing to me.

James R

Funniest nutn vid ever!!!

Matthew Sinn

Sounds like Nutn didn't have good luck with his, but keep an eye out for the KS7 as well. It's much less expensive, but lighter, slimmer, and more handy. I'm very happy with mine.

Jeremy Huggins

Been looking forward to this. Saw it in inset footage like a year ago haha.

HappyFrancisMacomber

I love the idea of these KSs. From years of hunting I just have such great relationship with a standard 12 ga pump... can clear a jam/reload at dawn with frozen hands, in thick cover and still get a shot off/take a bird... 12 ga as good option for home defense makes sense for me

David Goodridge

I find it hard to believe you’d even give this gun a look, considering the highly touted UTS-15 in your rotation. 😎

Trey Koger

needs a bayonet lug.

David and Elizabeth

Like you said, it had its place. Ultimately it's a win. 👍 👨‍👩‍👧 ❤

Joshua Mount

Wanna hear a sad story. Walked into a gun store a few days ago. Looking around and i see a friggin mint used Winchester 1300 defender on the rack. I have one already and i have a bunch of pumps 870s 500s ect but like you i like the 1300 and this one was very nice. Didn't even look at the price was like yeah whatever ill buy it. Started the paperwork and was all excited and the manager came out and was like oh dude you cant sell that to him it already was bought by someone earlier on their online store. Needless to say i was so bummed out.