What type of shotgun and choke tube do I need to duck hunt?

Shotguns

There are many different brands of shotguns that you can hunt with. The most common gauge shotguns to duck hunt with are 12 and 20. Oftentimes, it’s easier to hunt with an automatic but some prefer to use a pump. Some common shotgun brands that we use are benelli, remington, franchi, and retay. Most shotguns will come with a set of chokes that will adjust the shot pattern. 

Now that you know you will need a choke on your shotgun in order to make duck hunting much easier, you are probably wondering how you're supposed to choose the right one.

If you purchased your shotgun brand new, you can look at the owner's manual of the gun and it should tell you what kind of chokes it comes with and what size they are.

The three most common types of chokes used for duck hunting are improved cylinder, modified, and full.

Improved Cylinder Choke 

An improved cylinder choke has the widest pattern and is best used when you will be shooting at close range targets, such as ducks that are flying low over water or decoys.

Modified Choke

A modified choke is going to have a slightly more narrow pattern than the improved cylinder, and is best used when you will be shooting at somewhat longer range targets, such as ducks that are flying higher in the sky.

Full Choke

A full choke has the tightest pattern of all, and should only be used when you are sure of your shot and will be taking long range shots.

Conclusion

When it comes to shotgun choke tubes and duck hunting, there are a few things that you need to keep in mind. First, you need to make sure that you choose a choke tube that is right for the type of shotgun that you are using.

There are a variety of different types of shotguns available on the market, and each one has its own unique set of characteristics. As such, there is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to choosing a choke tube. You will need to take the time to find a choke tube that is specifically designed for the type of shotgun that you are using. If you are not sure which choke to use, take your gun to a gunsmith for help.

Second, you need to make sure that you choose a choke tube that is right for the type of bird that you will be hunting. There are a variety of different types of waterfowl and each one has its own set of characteristics. As such, not all choke tubes are going to be equally effective when it comes to hunting all types of ducks. You will need to take the time to find a choke tube that is specifically designed for the type of duck that you will be hunting.

Finally, you need to make sure that you are using the right type of shotgun shell when you are using a choke tube. There are a variety of different types of shotgun shells available on the market, and each one has its own set of characteristics. As such, not all shotgun shells are going to be equally effective when it comes to hunting ducks.