Choke size for buckshot?

357bubba · 11-04-2004, 08:48 PM

Im new to shotgunning for deer. What size choke should I use to shoot my buckshot out of? Would the full or xfull that I use for turkey hunting work ok, or is that too tight of a constriction?

Thanks

frizzellr · 11-04-2004, 08:51 PM

Usually buckshot patterns best with a more open choke. I would try a modified if I were you and see how it patterns. If it doesn't pattern well try an improved cylinder.

timbercruiser · 11-04-2004, 09:42 PM

I use to use a 30" full choke Remington and it would throw a nice pattern. You need to try different name brand shells and different size shot to get you best pattern.

HighDesertWolf · 11-05-2004, 05:07 AM

I have had my best patterns with #1 buckshot with a full choke in my mossberg 835 , ive taken deer to 75 yards with this setup. good luck

slugman · 11-05-2004, 06:57 AM

I shoot 00 out my my winchester model 12 , which is mod. Best pattern for 00 I have gotten out of all my shotguns.

Allen Denton · 11-05-2004, 11:09 AM

I just got a butt kicker choke tube and it is awsome. I can pattern 3 1/2 00, all pellets, out to 50 yards in a news paper folded over. About 12" X 15".