Choke tube markings are a series of lines, notches, letters, or numbers that help identify the size of a choke tube. The letters EF are usually written on the outside walls of the choke tube, and it can be confusing if you haven’t seen it before. EF stands for EXTRA FULL. It designates the choke […]
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What is an Accu-choke tube? (Explained)
Accu-chokes are choke tubes made by Mossberg and installed on many of their shotguns. You may have recently heard the term “Accu-choke” and you might be wondering what it means. Unless you own a Mossberg shotgun that uses these chokes, it’s not common to come across them. An Accu-Choke is a type of choke that […]
Browning Choke Tube Chart – Sizes and Diameters
This chart shows the popular Browning choke tube diameters for 20 gauge, 12 gauge, and 10 gauge shotguns. Common choke tube constrictions are listed for open bore to a more restrictive turkey choke. Browning chokes are available in Invector, Invector Plus, and Invector DS. The thread designs for each of these chokes are different and […]
What does 3 lines on a choke tube mean? (Explained!)
Choke tube markings are a series of lines, notches, letters, or numbers that help identify the size of a choke tube. Choke tubes with 3 lines usually appear on the top of the choke tube and it can be confusing if you haven’t seen it before. 3 lines = MODIFIED CHOKE. Lines or notches indicate […]
Lead Shot Weight Chart for Shotshell Reloading
WaterfowlChoke compiled weight specs for single lead pellets in grains to aid in shotshell reloading. Our lead shot weight chart below includes weight measurements for popular lead pellet sizes, including small birdshot and even large buckshot pellets. Lead Shot Weight Chart Shot Size Pellet Weight (grains) 12 0.19 9 0.75 8 1.09 7.5 1.29 6 […]
Top 3 Barrel Lengths for Duck Hunting Shotguns
↬ The length of a shotgun barrel is important to consider when choosing your next duck hunting gun. A shorter barrel could cause problems in the duck blind and too long of a barrel might not swing quick enough. The best barrel lengths for duck hunting are 24-inch, 26-inch, and 28-inch. Shotgun barrel lengths range […]