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TXAZ · August 22, 2013, 07:40 PM

I've shot several snakes, and 1 shot isn't always a total imobilizer even with a decent head shot. Snakes aren't that big of a target / pellet catcher unless the weapon is closer than many want to be. And I REALLY don't want to just pi$$ the animal off. (First hand experience says they get really cranky when they only catch a few pellets. )
I personally like a 12 Ga (W/ large #of pellets) but realize you are looking along the list provided.

As such, and more in line with your desire, I feel much better with a decent carry weapon (P229 my pref) filled with something like CCI Snake shot, where I have 17 rounds to mix and match if desired.

August 22, 2013, 07:40 PM	#4
TXAZ Senior Member Join Date: September 5, 2010 Location: McMurdo Sound Texas Posts: 4,322	I've shot several snakes, and 1 shot isn't always a total imobilizer even with a decent head shot. Snakes aren't that big of a target / pellet catcher unless the weapon is closer than many want to be. And I REALLY don't want to just pi$$ the animal off. (First hand experience says they get really cranky when they only catch a few pellets. ) I personally like a 12 Ga (W/ large #of pellets) but realize you are looking along the list provided. As such, and more in line with your desire, I feel much better with a decent carry weapon (P229 my pref) filled with something like CCI Snake shot, where I have 17 rounds to mix and match if desired. __________________ Cave illos in guns et backhoes Last edited by TXAZ; August 22, 2013 at 08:00 PM.