↬ The effective range of a choke tube varies depending on the diameter of the choke, the ammo being used, and the field conditions present. Choke tubes with tight diameters tend to have greater effective ranges while open diameters work best for close range. The effective range of choke tubes for waterfowl hunting is between […]
Hunting
Articles about hunting, choke tubes, and shotguns 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.
Our aim is to help the hunting community, especially those starting out, so we try and cover as many topics as possible to be that wealth of knowledge you can rely on. Happy Hunting!
What direction to face a duck blind? DON’T DO THIS!
↬ What direction should a duck blind face? This is a common question many hunters have with duck season approaching and the need to build new duck blinds. Knowing the right direction to set them up will be the key for success. A duck blind should always be built facing the direction that the prevailing […]
Mallard Harvest Study: What the Numbers Say
Do you love hunting Mallards in Arkansas? We’ve got some good news for you…. At WaterfowlChoke we love everything about hunting ducks, whether it’s making the perfect shot, learning to call effectively, or buying the best choke tube, we want to help people in every aspect of duck hunting – so we know as well […]
Hornady GMX vs SST: Which Is Better For Hunting?
If you have ever seen Hornady GMX or SST ammo on the shelf, you may have wondered which is better. While both of these bullets are manufactured by Hornady and share some similarities, they have several key differences that hunters should be aware of. SST stands for Super Shock Tip, while GMX stands for Gilding […]
Mixing Mallard and Teal Decoys? Here’s what to know
↬ One question that many duck hunters have is whether or not mallards will land in teal decoys? It’s not uncommon for mallards and teal to comingle, but should you be relying on teal decoys to bring in mallards? The answer is not as cut and dry as most would like, as it depends on […]
Bigfoot B2 vs Originals? Here’s what to know
What’s the difference between Bigfoot B2 vs Originals? Both of these decoys are made by Bigfoot, and have a great reputation for Canada Goose hunting, but there are some key differences you should keep in mind before buying. The main difference between the Bigfoot B2 Goose Decoys and originals is that the B2 are smaller […]