Choke tube markings are a series of lines, notches, letters, or numbers that help identify the size of a choke tube. The letters TKY are usually written on the outside walls of the choke tube, and it can be confusing if you haven’t seen it before.
TKY stands for TURKEY CHOKE. It designates the choke tube constriction size and in this case TKY is tighter than a Full choke. It measures 0.680” in diameter on fixed choke 12 gauges.
Turkey chokes are used for hunting turkeys with heavy magnum lead loads. They help provide tight patterns at long ranges that exceed 50 yards. If you see “TKY” or “TK” written on a choke tube, you can be sure it’s a Turkey choke.
What does TKY mean on a choke tube?
Choke tube letters designate the diameter of a choke tube and TKY is included in these designations. TKY stands for Turkey Choke and is consider one of the tightest of all choke diameters.
Some chokes can be labeled as “TK” and this means Turkey Choke as well. This designation is brand specific and isn’t related to the standard naming scheme. Turkey chokes will be listed as TKY, TK, or Turkey on most tubes. TKY chokes should not be confused with extra full or full choke tubes.
What is the diameter of a Turkey choke?
Turkey choke diameters differ based on shotgun brand and choke system. Below is a chart showing the diameter of TKY chokes by brand.
| Type | TKY Diameter (inch) |
| Beretta/Benelli Mobil | 0.681 |
| Benelli Crio | 0.682 |
| Beretta Optima Plus | 0.687 |
| Benelli Super Sport | 0.682 |
| Beretta Optima | 0.687 |
| Browning Invector | 0.682 |
| Invector Plus | 0.695 |
| Remington | 0.682 |
More Choke Tube Markings
There are over 30 different choke tube markings used for choke identification. Below are the most common markings. Please click the links below to see what each choke tube marking means.
What are Turkey choke tubes used for?
Turkey choke tubes pattern tighter at long ranges. They are ideal for shots on turkeys out to 60 yards. They work best with small to medium shot sizes that are designed to produce dense patterns at long ranges. They can also be used with most magnum turkey loads.
Turkey chokes are one of the most popular choke sizes for turkey hunting, but they aren’t usually included with choke sets for new shotguns. The long-range performance of turkey chokes between 50 and 60 yards can be worth the investment.
Are Turkey choke tubes open chokes?
TKY choke tubes are not open chokes and are one of the tightest of all choke sizes available. Turkey chokes are tighter than extra full and full chokes. They are considered a long-range choke tube and they are designed for turkey hunting and pass shooting geese. 60 yards is usually the max distance with these style chokes.
Turkey chokes excel with most turkey ammo and shot types due to its tight diameter that keeps the shot column compact at extreme ranges. It can also be used with TSS shot which delivers devastating downrange patterns for turkeys.
Bottom Line: TKY means Turkey Choke
TKY stands for Turkey Choke. It will be written on the side of the choke tube. Turkey chokes are the tightest diameter of all choke tubes and excel beyond that of even extra full and full chokes.
Turkey chokes are great for turkey hunting as the tight pattern can mean added range and knock down power on larger birds, especially with Tungsten Super Shot. It’s one of the preferred chokes for turkey hunting each season.
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