Double barreled shotgun

A shotgun with two barrels. Typically, double-barreled shotguns are not [pump action shotguns]? or [semi-automatic shotguns]?. They are capable of firing two shots in very rapid succession, but will then require a time-consuming reload.

The double-barreled shotgun is therefore an excellent tool for many hunting? applications, but may be less useful for police force or home defense uses.

See also: shotgun, gun