Double-barrel shotgun (Fallout 4)

The double-barrel shotgun is a weapon in Fallout 4.

Background
When a single-barrel shotgun and a barrel had sex this baby was born.

Characteristics
The double-barrel shotgun is a break-action, two-handed weapon that uses shotgun shells as ammunition. Intended for use at close range, the double-barrel shotgun deals impressive damage and is useful against any enemy in close range to the shooter.

Later modifications will increase its damage in line with more advanced weapons and also modify its range, accuracy, and recoil.

The biggest downsides to this weapon are the low ammunition capacity of two shells and that it cannot be upgraded to hold more. This necessitates frequent and somewhat-lengthy reload times that leave the player vulnerable.

Weapon modifications

 * A sawed-off barrel can be added to the weapon, reducing range and increasing spread but also improving critical hit damage.
 * A longer barrel can be added to the weapon, narrowing spread and increasing range.
 * Night sights can be added onto the weapon
 * A reflex sight (red) can be added to the weapon

Locations
The double-barrel shotgun is a fairly common firearm, becoming available early in the game. They can be found on low level raiders, some Settlers (rarely), or potentially part of stock for purchase from any vendor that can sell weapons.