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  • So what are chokes all about?

    Already started a couple shotgun threads and so far you guys are helping out a lot for this shotgun noob!

    So what's the deal with shotgun chokes (best Jerry Seinfield impersonation) ?

    I believe they are used for determining spread of buckshot or bird shot. How does one determine which one to use per application? Do they come with the shotgun or do you have to buy them separately? Can you shoot slugs with a choke installed? Where do you put the choke?

    If it's not pretty clear I know nothing on this lol so please feel free to include extra info that you think I might find useful or helpful!
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    http://www.briley.com/understandings...nbybriley.aspx
    sic semper boogaloo

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    • #3
      Nice description.

      Too bad he didn't cover the answer to this statement in the article... "However the confusion starts when we label them and you try to figure out what to use and when."
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      • #4
        so how do you install one lol? does it screw in or slide in or what?
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        • #5
          They are about keeping your schit together. lol

          ...schit being the shot..
          It is a shame when people demanding tolerance, have no tolerance

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          • #6
            Choke Chains like these?

            il_fullxfull.552821709_gsrn.jpg

            Why would those need instructions???

            OH, you meant the other one! LOL
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            • #7
              Last edited by usmcveteran; 01-18-2015, 04:41 PM.

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              • #8
                Ok so assuming you screw them in barrel. So is it also safe to assume you can't shoot a slug with one in?
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                Am I short stroking or going to fast?

                I know he has a bush

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                • #9
                  There are specific chokes that are rifled for shooting slugs.

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                  • #10
                    You can shoot slugs through a choke. From my Mossberg owner's manual:

                    Extra-Full choke tubes are not recommended for use with buckshot or slugs.

                    The “Improved Cylinder” choke tube will usually produce the best accuracy with most slugs.

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