Shotgun pellet size charts are valuable tools for comparing shot sizes. Pellet sizes can range from the smallest 9 shot all the way up to the largest No. 0000 buckshot. Knowing the shotgun pellet sizes commonly used for waterfowl hunting is important for reloading and ballistic calculations. In this guide, we’ll review the most popular […]
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Shotgun choke off center? Here’s how to fix it
If your choke tube is producing off-center patterns, the fix could be as simple as improving your aim. Hunting and sporting clays require precision aiming to hit the target, but an off-center choke tube can cause even the best aimed shots to miss their mark. Luckily, the cause of a choke to be off center […]
Mossberg Invector vs. Mossberg 835 935 Choke
The chart above shows a Mossberg Invector flush choke compared to a Mossberg 835/935 choke. Mossberg Invector chokes are shorter in length by an inch. Mossberg Invector chokes have 22 threads while Mossberg 835/935 chokes have 24 threads. The Mossberg 835/935 chokes have threads that start close to the base of the choke, while Mossberg […]
Choke Tube Color Chart Reference Guide
Choke tubes are color coded to make identifying choke size easier without having to remove the choke. They feature a colored band on the extended portion of the choke that corresponds to a specific choke size. This choke tube color comparison chart consolidates the most common choke tube color schemes for rapid identification. Jump to: […]
Single-Shot vs Repeating Firearms: Unpacking the Differences
Single shot and repeating firearms have several key differences you should know. Firearms come in various forms, but two primary categories dominate the market: single-shot and repeating firearms. These two firearm types may seem similar at first glance, yet they vary significantly in design, function, and purpose. Single shot firearms differ from repeating firearms in […]
Measuring Alliant Steel? Here’s what to know
Alliant Steel powder is a popular choice among reloaders and handloaders for steel shotshell ammunition. However, questions may arise regarding the need to measure this specific powder accurately. While the practice of using dippers and other methods to measure powder can result in close approximations, using powder bushings or scales is the preferred method. This […]