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Dave McC · March 15, 2010, 01:56 PM

I've done well with Cylinder bore over good dogs on quail and ringnecks when shots run less than 30 yards. Load selection is important, familiarity with the gun is crucial.

I like Model Bs. In your shoes I'd think of adding some tube chokes, but....

Barrels that short oft lack enough inertia to keep the swing going. IOW, your form and technique has to be nigh perfect because the gun itself is absolutely unforgiving. You have to decide if it's worth it.

A note, removing some wood from the stock by hollowing it out beneath the butt pad/plate will move the balance point forward a little and help handling. Downside, lighter shotguns kick harder. TANSTAAFL.

HTH....

March 15, 2010, 01:56 PM	#4
Dave McC Staff In Memoriam Join Date: October 13, 1999 Location: Columbia, Md, USA Posts: 8,811	I've done well with Cylinder bore over good dogs on quail and ringnecks when shots run less than 30 yards. Load selection is important, familiarity with the gun is crucial. I like Model Bs. In your shoes I'd think of adding some tube chokes, but.... Barrels that short oft lack enough inertia to keep the swing going. IOW, your form and technique has to be nigh perfect because the gun itself is absolutely unforgiving. You have to decide if it's worth it. A note, removing some wood from the stock by hollowing it out beneath the butt pad/plate will move the balance point forward a little and help handling. Downside, lighter shotguns kick harder. TANSTAAFL. HTH....