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Waterfowl hunters must have #6023401 11/11/15 05:44 PM
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- 3.5" shells
- specialty aftermarket chokes

Interesting how these paradigms have developed to a level where people sometimes become hostile in defending.


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I dont have either of those, guess I didnt get the memo


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In recent years, I would say water, especially for us Texans!

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Originally Posted By: garrett
I dont have either of those, guess I didnt get the memo


I don't either. This thread is about how the "must have" stuff has grown.


I was chatting with an acquaintance the other day who bought a Berretta A400. He was looking to go out and buy several chokes. That shotgun comes with a nice full set of factory chokes. I recommended he test the factory ones beforehand. He was pleased with the results.

If people want to buy 3.5 shells and specialty chokes that's fine. Just avoid following an assumption without testing it yourself.


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You also have to have the latest camo pattern and most realistc decoy made to kill ducks


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Yes my factory chokes perform well in my benelli and browning. I do buy extended chokes for a longer parallel section at exit for even better results. Ports also help with muzzle jump and allow u to get back on target faster. Just a preference thing. 3-1/2 shells are just a bit of an advantage, but 3" Hevi Metal will lay them down just as quick with responsible shooting. My dad never bought the extras, but I do. Just a preference thing and what makes the shooter comfortable.

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I got a kicks for free, if I didn't get one for free I probably would still buy one because it looks cool

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I buy aftermarket chokes for one particular reason..........so if they get stuck I can get on them with channel locks to get them out of the gun. Nothing worse on a gun that a stuck flush mounted choke.


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I still shoot 2 3/4 xperts and factory chokes.. I guess I never got the memo

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Originally Posted By: Erichugh22
I still shoot 2 3/4 xperts.. I guess I never got the memo


Same here!

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I shoot 3" xperts. Over GHG blocks. I'm almost there

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Don't forget $300 camo waders...

I did purchase a semi-auto with 3.5 inch capability, but don't shoot that ammo. I just so happened to find the right shotgun for me and it shoots 3.5. It also came with factory chokes that I've found to be more than sufficient so far.


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Originally Posted By: garrett
I dont have either of those, guess I didnt get the memo


What about a built in toilet for your boat? Got to have one of those.

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Originally Posted By: BarneyWho
I buy aftermarket chokes for one particular reason..........so if they get stuck I can get on them with channel locks to get them out of the gun. Nothing worse on a gun that a stuck flush mounted choke.


That is a good idea. Do you use any type of choke grease?

Hope our paths cross again this season. Best wishes!


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Originally Posted By: BarneyWho
I buy aftermarket chokes for one particular reason..........so if they get stuck I can get on them with channel locks to get them out of the gun. Nothing worse on a gun that a stuck flush mounted choke.


I personally know a guy with a 100 straight stuck choke removal system, has not failed to get one out yet, no pliers required



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Originally Posted By: TurkeyHunter
That is a good idea. Do you use any type of choke grease?

Hope our paths cross again this season. Best wishes!


I use anti-seez or some super slick 9000 aircraft graphite a buddy of mine gave me. roflmao

Ditto. Enjoyed our hunt last year. Maybe Elder will take me off double super secret probation before long. grin


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Originally Posted By: Fastduck
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I dont have either of those, guess I didnt get the memo


What about a built in toilet for your boat? Got to have one of those.


Now why in the world would anyone want a toilet on a boat?

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I dont have either of those, guess I didnt get the memo


What about a built in toilet for your boat? Got to have one of those.


Now why in the world would anyone want a toilet on a boat?



you would need a holding tank, its illegal to dump into the lake


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I've never had a stuck choke tube. I always have to tighten mine up cause they get loose.... Like half way through every hunt. Am I missing something?

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I dont have either of those, guess I didnt get the memo


What about a built in toilet for your boat? Got to have one of those.


Now why in the world would anyone want a toilet on a boat?



you would need a holding tank, its illegal to dump into the lake


If you notice the game wardens are now putting placards on their trucks and boats displaying State Police. They also have an agreement with the EPA allowing them to cite boaters with illegal toilets.

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Originally Posted By: wal1809

If you notice the game wardens are now putting placards on their trucks and boats displaying State Police. They also have an agreement with the EPA allowing them to cite boaters with illegal toilets.


Is that real-world or internet GW?

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If you notice the game wardens are now putting placards on their trucks and boats displaying State Police. They also have an agreement with the EPA allowing them to cite boaters with illegal toilets.


Is that real-world or internet GW?


Thats straight up true, its on the internet confused2

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Originally Posted By: Creek2Creek
I've never had a stuck choke tube. I always have to tighten mine up cause they get loose.... Like half way through every hunt. Am I missing something?


Ditto..

Let me guess you also clean your gun more often than once every 5 years? Amazing how many problems that solves.

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