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11-01-2004, 07:16 PM

fowler86

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Join Date: Jan 2004

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duck hunting shells

What is the best shells to use duck hunting? I just startedduck hunting last year and there are so many to choose from. Is it 3/12 or 3, what brand, and what shot size?

11-01-2004, 07:47 PM

waterfowl_hunter

Join Date: Jul 2004

Location: Southeastern, Wisconsin

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RE: duck hunting shells

I reload my own shells. But I used to use 2 3/4 Remington Duck/ Pheasant load. #2 shot. But Every gun is different, even guns of the same make and model. It is important to match YOUR gun with the correct choke and shell at ranges you intend to shoot.

11-01-2004, 09:51 PM

psandhu

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Join Date: Feb 2003

Location: Coffeyville KS USA

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RE: duck hunting shells

i like it fast. 1500+ fps. make your own choice from that bit of advice.

11-02-2004, 07:16 AM

whiskeysnoot

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RE: duck hunting shells

IMO Winchester makes the best shotshell. Dryloks or Supremes, not the Experts. I like no. 3s or 4s.

11-02-2004, 07:54 AM

Carpmaster

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Join Date: Mar 2004

Location: Somewhere in Michigan

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RE: duck hunting shells

I use Federal speedshok and kent fasteel for most of my duck hunting in 2 3/4, 3, 3 1/2" depending on situation and type of duck with 2, 3, 4 shot. I would say you couldnt go wrong with 3" Fasteel #3 at 1550 fps for an all around load.