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Old 04-17-2010, 06:01 PM
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Default How far to sight in 12ga 3.5" with 4x scope?

How far should I sight in my 12 ga 3.5" turkey gun? Thanks
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Old 04-18-2010, 02:03 AM
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40 yd. is typically the range most folks regulate their turkey guns to.
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Old 04-18-2010, 09:32 AM
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Most folks measure the number of pellets in a 10" circle at 40 yards. A nice even pattern with anything better than 100 pellets in that circle is considered a pretty decent pattern. There's a pretty good sticky on top of this forum that explains how to do it. Good luck!
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Old 04-19-2010, 10:00 AM
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Can i hold dead on from like 5 yards to 50?
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Old 04-19-2010, 01:44 PM
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Aim just under the head, so the pattern will hit the head and nexk. Never aim for the body!!!
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Old 04-20-2010, 04:37 AM
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You need to shoot and check the patterns at different distances and see just how much and where the patterns shift.If you have a recoil reducing rest or know someone who does this testing will be much more comfortable.
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