i'm just getting into turkey hunting this year and this spring in n.c. i plan on going . i have a 12 ga. bps with a 28" barrel (walnut stock). is it that important to have a 24" barrel? i plan on getting a synthetic super x2 or a gold hunter with a 26" barrel by the end of the year.thanks for any feedback! ncwannabeduckhunter 'aka' wannabeturkeyhunter

welcome to the flock NC,As for your gun as long as you are comfortable shootin it and it patterns well,It will work fine.

Don't worry about the barrel length. Barrel length may be important when it comes to issues of weight & balance. I have a 28" barrel on my "feather duster" and have no plans to change. A 30"+ barrel might be cause for reconsideration, but thee's a ton of other things to consider & master before worrkying about the differenes between a 24" or 28" barrel.

Yeah dont worry about the barrel length all that much....and it's just like jalvja said, If the gun patterns well and fits you, thats all you need. Good luck this spring and if you have any other questions, feel free to email me.

I'm using a 28" barrel too. Works for me.

ncwannabeduckhunter,
where about in NC. I live in columbia, SC All i can tell you once you start it wont stop. good luck and have fun. Hook up with some guys who have hunted turkey and maybe they will show ya the ropes

take care
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thanks everyone for the advice! also i live in rockingham n.c. if anyone knows of any good spots to try , thanks again