Shotgun Chokes: Flush Vs. Extended

Shotgun chokes are essential components in any shooting arsenal. However, many shooters often overlook their critical role in enhancing shooting accuracy and overall performance. This article delves into the fascinating world of shotgun chokes, providing a comprehensive understanding of their function, the different types, their performance, and how to choose the ideal choke for your shooting needs.

Shotgun chokes are constricted sections at the end of a gun’s barrel, designed to control the spread or pattern of the shot. The primary purpose of a choke is to improve accuracy by manipulating the distribution of the shot. A tighter or denser pattern is ideal for hitting targets at longer distances, while a wider pattern is preferable for closer targets.

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Kickstarting Clicker Training: A Simple Guide for Bird Dogs

Training your bird dog can be a rewarding task for both the dog and the owner, and one effective method of training is clicker training. This method leverages the principles of operant conditioning, using a unique sound, such as a ‘click,’ to signal that the dog has done something right. This article will delve into the basics of clicker training, how to prepare your bird dog for clicker training, and implementing and evaluating the training techniques.

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The Art of Vintage Shotgun Shell Boxes

In the realm of vintage collectibles, the art of vintage shotgun shell boxes marries aesthetics, history, and firearms. These humble yet exquisitely designed packages served as a canvas for marketing, design, and branding, reflecting the evolving cultural landscape of their times. Each box is a unique piece of ephemera, capturing a bit of lost Americana and offering a glimpse into the graphic design trends and advertising strategies of yesteryears.

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Cole Gunsmithing Offering 2025 Pre-Ordering for Beretta’s SL2 with Rich Cole Hand-Selected Headed Blanks

June 7, 2024, Naples, Florida – Beretta refers to the SL2 as the Ultimate Hypergun. Manufactured in Pietro Beretta Custom Shop and designed to win. The SL2 features a Boss Type Locking Bolt System based on the SO10, Racing inspired detachable trigger group, and Steelium Pro X (Extreme Performance) barrels with OCXP chokes. Cole Gunsmithing takes the Beretta SL2 to the next level with a Rich Cole Custom Stock. The advantage of purchasing a shotgun with a Headed Blank is the customer receives a Custom Fitted Stock with their new purchase.

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Connecticut Shotgun Announces New RSP Over/Under Shotgun

NEW BRITAIN, CT – Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Company announces the new RSP, a round action side plated over-and-under shotgun. The RSP is available in 12, 20, 28, and .410 gauge — special baby-frame versions available in 28 gauge and .410. The 28 gauge is available in multi-barrel and multi-gauge sets with individual firearms.

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The Browning Saltwood Shotgun: An Experiment Turned Sour

One of the Browning’s most well-known shotguns is the Browning Saltwood. The Browning Saltwood, so named due to its unique salt-impregnated wood stocks, are a line of firearms that were produced in the mid-to-late 20th century. The inclusion of salt as a desiccant in the stocks was intended to prevent warping and moisture damage, offering a longer lifespan for the firearm. However, the salt also proved to be a formidable foe, often causing significant rust and corrosion to the metal components of the shotgun.

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Optimal Shotgun Choke Constrictions for Clay Targets

Shotgun choke constrictions play an essential role in trap, skeet, and sporting clays. The choice of choke can make or break a shooter’s performance, affecting the spread and density of the pellet pattern as it leaves the barrel.

Shotgun choke constrictions are designed to manipulate the spread of pellets, thereby determining the effective range of the shotgun. The level of constriction in a choke dictates the degree to which the shot will be condensed upon exiting the barrel. Generally, the more constricted the choke, the tighter the shot pattern will be, and the further the effective range.

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Tracing the Evolution of Beretta’s Iconic Silverhawk Shotgun

The Beretta Silverhawk Side by Side has left its mark on the history of shooting sports and hunting. It was first introduced by the renowned Italian firearms manufacturer, Beretta, in 1960. Known for their long-standing tradition of producing high-quality firearms, Beretta designed the Silverhawk to meet the needs of hunters and sports shooters who demanded precision, reliability, and quality in their firearms. The Silverhawk quickly gained popularity for its side by side barrel configuration, a design that was once the mainstay of the shooting world but had become less common with the advent of over-under shotguns.

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Top 5 American Vintage Shotguns to Collect

The story of American shotguns starts in the colonial era, with the flintlock fowling pieces used by settlers for hunting and home defense. As technology advanced, so too did the design of shotguns. The mid-19th century saw the introduction of the modern shotgun with the advent of breech-loading mechanisms and later the invention of the pump-action shotgun by Christopher Spencer in 1882. These innovations made shotguns easier to load, shoot, and maintain, leading to their widespread use in hunting, sport, and law enforcement.

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Exploring the Rise of .410 Shotguns in Turkey Hunting

The world of turkey hunting is seeing a surprising trend – the growing popularity of the .410 shotgun. Long considered as a beginner’s or small-game gun, the .410 has seen a new surge of interest amongst turkey hunting enthusiasts as a preferred choice for their hunting expeditions. This article delves into the reasons behind the rising popularity of the .410, its advantages, and practical tips for turkey hunting with this firearm.

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