Concierge Insight
Q: choke recs for doves vs ducks for july trip any big diffs or can i get by with like a mod for both
AWS EXPERT REPLY
That's a great question for optimizing your hunt!
For doves, which are typically fast-flying and incredibly abundant here, many hunters prefer more open chokes like Improved Cylinder (IC) or Light Modified (LM) to achieve a wider pattern for close-range, high-volume shooting. This allows for quicker follow-up shots on multiple birds.
For ducks, which are generally larger and often shot at longer distances over decoys, a tighter pattern is usually preferred. Modified (Mod), Improved Modified (IM), or even Full chokes are common choices to ensure sufficient pellet energy and density at range.
Regarding using a Modified choke for both, it's often considered a versatile 'middle-ground' choice. While it might be a bit tight for very close doves and a bit open for extremely long-range ducks, it can certainly be effective for both species, especially with modern ammunition and depending on the specific shooting situations you encounter. Our professional guides at AWS Lodge are always on hand to assist you with equipment advice, including choke selection, to ensure you have the best possible experience in the field.
To help me tailor the best information for you and send you a custom proposal for your July trip, could you please share your email address? Also, approximately how many hunters would be in your group?
That's a great question for optimizing your hunt!
For doves, which are typically fast-flying and incredibly abundant here, many hunters prefer more open chokes like Improved Cylinder (IC) or Light Modified (LM) to achieve a wider pattern for close-range, high-volume shooting. This allows for quicker follow-up shots on multiple birds.
For ducks, which are generally larger and often shot at longer distances over decoys, a tighter pattern is usually preferred. Modified (Mod), Improved Modified (IM), or even Full chokes are common choices to ensure sufficient pellet energy and density at range.
Regarding using a Modified choke for both, it's often considered a versatile 'middle-ground' choice. While it might be a bit tight for very close doves and a bit open for extremely long-range ducks, it can certainly be effective for both species, especially with modern ammunition and depending on the specific shooting situations you encounter. Our professional guides at AWS Lodge are always on hand to assist you with equipment advice, including choke selection, to ensure you have the best possible experience in the field.
To help me tailor the best information for you and send you a custom proposal for your July trip, could you please share your email address? Also, approximately how many hunters would be in your group?
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