I grew up with duck hunters and they all used 12's, and wished they had 10 gauges. It was sacreligioius to use anything smaller. But when I am in the weeds, it seems I either kick things up close or they are so spooked a 10 won't do. I have handled several 28's and they feel great, although a skosh pricy... but I will spend the tax refund on somethin'.

Wondering in real world what sort of effective hunting ranges you get with your 28?