3 vs 4 Shot is the hunting debate for the ages The 3 vs 4 shot comparison is a never-ending debate on which one is best. It will likely never have a real winner, but we’re going to try and help you to find which one will work best for you. The ballistics of both […]
Guides
Articles about Choke Info and Guides 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 time do turkeys roost in the evening?
Most turkeys roost just before sunset, which in the springtime is around 7:45 PM. One of the top questions we get is what time do turkeys roost in the evening? The time turkeys tend to head to roost can vary depending on location and bird population, but here are some key facts about their nocturnal […]
Buckshot Pellet Size Chart for Lead Shot
This chart lists the dimension specs for lead buckshot in inches and millimeters. The chart includes O.D. (outside diameter) measurements of popular buckshot pellet sizes – from #4 through 00 Buckshot – and even 0000 buck. Pellet sizes can vary by manufacturer. Buckshot Pellet Size Chart Related Products Buckshot Pellet Sizes All buckshot sizes listed […]
What does CR mean on a choke tube?
Choke tube markings are a series of lines, notches, letters, or numbers that help identify the size of a choke tube. The letters CR are usually written on the outside walls of the choke tube, and it can be confusing if you haven’t seen it before. CR stands for CLOSE RANGE. It designates the choke […]
The Ultimate Guide to Shotgun Pellet Sizes
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 […]
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 […]