Shotgun chokes

FallAirFever · #1 02-08-2008, 04:06 PM

Well I am slowly getting closer to making a decision on a shotgun but I do have a question. As far as chokes go, how often would a guy be messing around with them. Keep in mind I am not planning on doing any hard core shooting, I hope to get out to bust some clays every few weeks and maybe hunt a bit of upland. For now that would be it. If I bought a gun and only had Impoved cylinder, Modified and Full would I be limiting myself in any big way??

Thanks for your help

PS, I poked around a bit and it looks like those are the only 3 that are available for the gun.

catnthehat · #2 02-08-2008, 04:13 PM

12 guage?
Modified for steel and clay bird shooting with lead,
I like IMP/CYL for upland.
Cat

#3 02-08-2008, 04:18 PM

Those three chokes would be more than adequate and not much call for a full choke these days. Most steel shooting is done with modified or improved and those two will cover most upland and clays applications as well.

catnthehat · #4 02-08-2008, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by sheephunter

Those three chokes would be more than adequate and not much call for a full choke these days. Most steel shooting is done with modified or improved and those two will cover most upland and clays applications as well.

Yup, IMP/CYL for the first barrel, and mod for the second....
Cat

Mintaka · #5 02-08-2008, 04:46 PM

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Versatile · #6 02-08-2008, 05:15 PM

I would have to diagree with TJ about the full choke. Later in the season chasing roosters or partridge they are really jumpy and although a full choke isnt necessary, its nice to be able to put a little more lead in that small space.

I do agree Mod, Cyl, and full would do it. You can always buy some Briley waterfowl chokes and some skeet chokes if you decide later.

#7 02-08-2008, 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by RyanGSP

I would have to diagree with TJ about the full choke. Later in the season chasing roosters or partridge they are really jumpy and although a full choke isnt necessary, its nice to be able to put a little more lead in that small space.

I do agree Mod, Cyl, and full would do it. You can always buy some Briley waterfowl chokes and some skeet chokes if you decide later.

No need to disagree with me......I said most situations....not all. At my age, I've learned there are always exceptions to rules.

The scenario you pointed out fits nicely into the "not all situations" category.

Jamie · #8 02-08-2008, 05:58 PM

DO not use Full for trap.. Unless your shooting from the 27 yard line.

Each choke will perform different.. Time at the board will help.

HOWEVER.. If you just want a gun that you can pick up and go with..
Put in Modified or IM and lose the rest.. Chances are you will anyhow

Jamie

FallAirFever · #9 02-08-2008, 07:12 PM

Hey guys,

Sorry I forgot to mention that this is an Over / Under 12 gauge I am looking at buying.

Thanks to everyone for there comments so for.

Versatile · #10 02-08-2008, 07:14 PM

I have Mod IMP im my gun but when I need to tighten it up I go Full over Imp.

Many ducks and geese have fallen to the Mod and Imp both pass shooting and in the blinds.

Jamie · #11 02-08-2008, 08:55 PM

Just rember on the O/U to fire the tightest choke last.

What are you buying?

Jamie