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johnwilliamson062 · September 25, 2008, 04:26 PM

I have seen a lot of people use pumps for sporting clays, not the norm, but maybe 10% of amateur shooters. The guy was right about #8s working better and having to wait a little longer. I think there is a slight disadvantage to having a pump, having a full choke, and having #7 shot. That being said I would not be at all surprised if you beat some people with 10,000 gold in laid o/u with improved choke and high brass or whatever #8 shot. If you are comfortable with it it will work great.

September 25, 2008, 04:26 PM	#4
johnwilliamson062 Junior member Join Date: May 16, 2008 Posts: 9,995	I have seen a lot of people use pumps for sporting clays, not the norm, but maybe 10% of amateur shooters. The guy was right about #8s working better and having to wait a little longer. I think there is a slight disadvantage to having a pump, having a full choke, and having #7 shot. That being said I would not be at all surprised if you beat some people with 10,000 gold in laid o/u with improved choke and high brass or whatever #8 shot. If you are comfortable with it it will work great.