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Old 09-04-2014, 07:56 AM
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UncleNorby
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I don't see where you've indicated if the gun is scoped or not. IF you shoot with a scope, may be a good idea to look at the faster sabots (around 2000 fps), as you can get some use out of the velocity and extend your range.

If you shoot with rifle (iron) sights, then your aiming method may be the limiting factor in your range, and you may find sabots in the 1600 fps range to be all you need. Best part is they are cheaper than the faster slugs.

My Marlin 512 will not shoot sabots faster than 1600 fps or so, so this year I'm hunting with Federal Fusion. $9 for a box of 5, and that's half price compared to some others. I've shot plenty of deer out close to 100 yds with the gun, and that's all I need from it where I hunt.
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