Choke tube gap is a highly visible problem some choke tubes have when they won’t sit flush with the barrel of a shotgun. A small gap is usually fine, but larger ones can be a sign that the choke is not functioning properly. Choke tube gap is the space created when a choke tube does […]
Choke Tubes
Choke Tube articles from a true waterfowl hunting blog. WaterfowlChoke revolves around choke tubes for hunting. We are hunters ourselves. Every year we’re out in the field hunting ducks and geese and generally enjoying the outdoors.
The ability to pattern a shotgun with a choke tube is like a work of art. You don’t know how it will end up, but you’re always striving for that perfect pattern. The Choke Tubes section of WaterfowlChoke is dedicated to the pursuit of perfection for wing-shooting, both as a hobby and a way of life – not simply a one-time affair.
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Top 5 Choke Tube Coatings for Durability
To enhance the durability and performance of shotgun choke tubes, various coatings are applied. The most common choke tube coatings are black oxide, stainless steel, diamond-like carbon (DLC), nickel, and titanium nitride. Black Oxide Coating Black oxide coating is a popular choice for choke tubes due to its corrosion resistance and aesthetic appeal. This coating […]
Standard Invector vs. Invector Plus: Specs Comparison
The chart above shows a Standard Invector flush choke compared to an Invector Plus choke. Standard Invector chokes are shorter in length by an inch. Standard Invector chokes have 22 threads, while Invector Plus chokes have 24 threads. The Invector Plus chokes have threads that start close to the base of the choke, while Standard […]
How to tell choke restriction on fixed choke shotguns
↬ The diameter of a fixed choke shotgun may not be marked, so other methods for choke identification must be analyzed to deliver a precise measurement. Fixed chokes can be found on many vintage shotguns and single shot break open firearms. These fixed choke shotguns, unlike their modern counterparts with interchangeable chokes, have a barrel […]
Browning Citori CXS vs Beretta Silver Pigeon: Which is better?
The Browning Citori CXS and Beretta Silver Pigeon are two highly regarded shotguns that have earned a reputation for their quality and performance in the field. This makes choosing between the two extremely difficult, but not impossible if you know what to look for. In this article, we will compare these two popular shotguns and […]
Winchester Invector vs. Invector Plus Comparison
The chart above shows a Winchester Invector flush choke compared to a Winchester Invector Plus choke. Standard Invector chokes are shorter in length by an inch. Invector chokes have 24 threads while Invector Plus chokes have 24 threads. The Winchester Invector Plus chokes have threads that start close to the base of the choke, while […]