Advice on Shotgun Setup!
06-22-2007, 07:36 PM
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Advice on Shotgun Setup!
I got a Benelli Nova 12 gauge 28" for fathers day and I am ready to set it up for dove hunting. I have been dove hunting since I was 10 years old but it was the with my great grand fathers remington bolt action with adjustable choke. Though it worked like a champ, it has now left me clueless on what choke tubes I should be using for dove. Also, what shot would you recommend (Brand, shot size, shell length...etc.) I plan on shooting some clays in the upcoming weekends and I would appreciate any guidance on narrowing down all the choices out there.
Thanks, Paul
Thanks, Paul
06-22-2007, 07:50 PM
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RE: Advice on Shotgun Setup!
First season dove hunting they should be pretty close to you.
Use a Skeet choke or Imp. Cyl. (IC)
you should also be able to break any target on most courses with the same chokes Skeet or IC
I like the AA Shells the best. but you can use any brand you wish.
Things you should look for
#8 or # 7 1/2 size shot
3dram 1 1/8 oz shot
sometimes they don't give you the powder amount
should be from 1175 to 1300 ft per sec. velocity
my fav. AA Shells
AA Super Sport
#8 1300 fps
I like this in my bennelli auto 12ga
AA Lite Target Load
i like this one in my double guns
doesn't kick you as bad
Use a Skeet choke or Imp. Cyl. (IC)
you should also be able to break any target on most courses with the same chokes Skeet or IC
I like the AA Shells the best. but you can use any brand you wish.
Things you should look for
#8 or # 7 1/2 size shot
3dram 1 1/8 oz shot
sometimes they don't give you the powder amount
should be from 1175 to 1300 ft per sec. velocity
my fav. AA Shells
AA Super Sport
#8 1300 fps
I like this in my bennelli auto 12ga
AA Lite Target Load
i like this one in my double guns
doesn't kick you as bad
07-05-2007, 07:00 PM
#3
Spike
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Posts: 49
RE: Advice on Shotgun Setup!
I agree with Daleh, but I would also add a Light modified or modified choke for later in the season, when the birds are flying high and faster. Good luck, let us know how you make out.
07-06-2007, 11:11 PM
#4
Typical Buck
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Parker, Co
Posts: 581
RE: Advice on Shotgun Setup!
I like cylinder or IC for chokes. For shells I would try the AA's handicap (gray hulls) in 7.5. Over all you will have to play around and see what you like best and shoot that.
07-22-2007, 09:54 PM
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RE: Advice on Shotgun Setup!
ORIGINAL: daleh
First season dove hunting they should be pretty close to you.
Use a Skeet choke or Imp. Cyl. (IC)
you should also be able to break any target on most courses with the same chokes Skeet or IC
I like the AA Shells the best. but you can use any brand you wish.
Things you should look for
#8 or # 7 1/2 size shot
3dram 1 1/8 oz shot
sometimes they don't give you the powder amount
should be from 1175 to 1300 ft per sec. velocity
my fav. AA Shells
AA Super Sport
#8 1300 fps
I like this in my bennelli auto 12ga
AA Lite Target Load
i like this one in my double guns
doesn't kick you as bad
First season dove hunting they should be pretty close to you.
Use a Skeet choke or Imp. Cyl. (IC)
you should also be able to break any target on most courses with the same chokes Skeet or IC
I like the AA Shells the best. but you can use any brand you wish.
Things you should look for
#8 or # 7 1/2 size shot
3dram 1 1/8 oz shot
sometimes they don't give you the powder amount
should be from 1175 to 1300 ft per sec. velocity
my fav. AA Shells
AA Super Sport
#8 1300 fps
I like this in my bennelli auto 12ga
AA Lite Target Load
i like this one in my double guns
doesn't kick you as bad
