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Deja vu · June 6, 2011, 11:34 PM

I use an 870 and change out the chokes as needed. I have multiple barrels but typically stick with the 18 inch one because I don't see much difference in the 18 inches and the 24 inch ones especially in hunts because at least here you are limited to 3 rounds but the 18 inch saves a little weight and is a little more moneverable. Mine will take 3.5 inch rounds but I typically feed it 2 3/4 for upland game and 3 inch for water foul. About the only time I use the 3.5 inch is for shooting deer when I use to live in Alabama.

June 6, 2011, 11:34 PM	#17
Deja vu Senior Member Join Date: March 14, 2010 Location: Border of Idaho & Montana Posts: 2,584	I use an 870 and change out the chokes as needed. I have multiple barrels but typically stick with the 18 inch one because I don't see much difference in the 18 inches and the 24 inch ones especially in hunts because at least here you are limited to 3 rounds but the 18 inch saves a little weight and is a little more moneverable. Mine will take 3.5 inch rounds but I typically feed it 2 3/4 for upland game and 3 inch for water foul. About the only time I use the 3.5 inch is for shooting deer when I use to live in Alabama. __________________ Shot placement is everything! I would rather take a round of 50BMG to the foot than a 22short to the base of the skull. all 26 of my guns are 45/70 govt, 357 mag, 22 or 12 ga... I believe in keeping it simple. Wish my wife did as well...