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Post by Boilermaker on Apr 10, 2013 12:37:09 GMT -5
How many fiber optic sights are small enough that they don't cover up most/all of a turkeys head at that range? I would think if a fiber optic sight has a turkey's head covered up @ 40 yards...then it would be time to pull the trigger. Don't like the idea of a scope for turkey hunting. But my uncle has taken many birds with one on his 870; personal preference I guess. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2013 12:45:47 GMT -5
Some of the magnetic beads available are extremely large and cover more than the head at distance. They encourage a miss or a wounded bird. A precise aiming point is much better.
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Post by GS1 on Apr 10, 2013 16:11:47 GMT -5
It really does come down to personal preference of use unless someone is starting to have some vision issues. There is no argument that any gun with a scope is going to be more accurate than the same gun without a scope. I just hate to see someone not use (or possibly influence others not to)a product that could be to their advantage based on something other than facts.
Like the fact that people carry scoped guns in terrain and weather a lot worse than anything Indiana has to offer without any issues. If you do chose to use magnetic or adhesive fiber optics, it's a good idea to make sure you pattern your without them or carry a spare.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2013 16:29:47 GMT -5
Being that missed and wounded turkeys do have impact on other hunters, its really more than a simple personal choice. If it was lkke days gone by when guys would only shoot turkeys coming to the call at 20 yards, most any gun or sight would work fine. But the trend is super shells, super chokes, and shooting toms at super long ranges. Under those conditions, a good sight is very important to overall better statewide turkey hunting.
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Post by Woody Williams on Apr 10, 2013 16:54:36 GMT -5
I know one thing for certain - when Mr. Gobbler's head is in the Diamond he is meat in the pan...
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Post by daworz on Apr 10, 2013 20:36:31 GMT -5
3ptbuck,
I have the same scope on my Mossberg 835, and the first time I used the Gun Scope combo, I killed My 1st ever Bird, (Jake), at 28 yards, I was sold with the scope, and the sport of Turkey Hunting, Just wish I would of started about 25 years sooner.This will be my 3rd season and I am looking at taking My Tom, These Birds are very Tuff to Kill?Although This year I may try to take 1 with My Bow? Not 100% sure yet about the Bow.Best of Luck this season....
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Post by daneowner on Apr 10, 2013 21:01:23 GMT -5
Decided to try a reflex sight this year. Purchased the Sight Mark ultra shot QD (SM14000) I've sighted it in but haven't shot it enough yet to be confident that it will hold zero. With these "older" eyes of mine, it sure is easier and faster for me to put the dot on the turkey targets neck then lining up the front and back sights. Also had to purchase a cheek pad to raise my stock due to the higher line of sight.
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Post by 3ptbuck on Apr 10, 2013 21:03:13 GMT -5
Might just end up taking the bow or crossbow now. 9 turkey loads in 2 days is about all my shoulder can handle. Ouch.
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Post by kevinhunter on Apr 11, 2013 16:28:25 GMT -5
I have used a scope on my turkey gun (Remington 870 Express) for the past 20 years and it is what I personally like and it makes me feel most confident with it on my gun in the turkey woods. It’s just a personal preference though; I have killed many turkeys with and without a scope in the past and with a bow. I think you should go with what you feel most confident with and stick with it/scope or no-scope, whatever makes you feel good and helps you feel more confident and deadly in the turkey woods. Practice, practice and more practice is the key though! And knowing your yardage in the field and own effective kill yardage is as important too. Good luck to all this turkey season and be safe!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2013 16:58:27 GMT -5
I have used a scope on my turkey gun (Remington 870 Express) for the past 20 years and it is what I personally like and it makes me feel most confident with it on my gun in the turkey woods. ItÂ’s just a personal preference though; I have killed many turkeys with and without a scope in the past and with a bow. I think you should go with what you feel most confident with and stick with it/scope or no-scope, whatever makes you feel good and helps you feel more confident and deadly in the turkey woods. Practice, practice and more practice is the key though! And knowing your yardage in the field and own effective kill yardage is as important too. Good luck to all this turkey season and be safe! Certainly can't argue with any of that. |
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Post by nsporleder on Apr 16, 2013 10:37:07 GMT -5
Put me on the pro scope side of this one. Pentax on 835 and on BPS. Never had to adjust scope due to bumps, bangs, or drops. Only when changing to new shells.
Good scopes and mounts are a key to staying where you put them I think.
Like scopes for our kids at the Freedom Hunt. Had 16 misses last spring and 2 out of 3 were with non scoped guns. They do a lot of peaking over the barrel I think. I know I would if I didn't run a scope.
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Post by featherduster on Apr 16, 2013 15:54:16 GMT -5
I am in the no scope camp on this issue. Killed a double in Nebraska several years ago because I was able to get on the second bird real quick.
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Post by hunter7x on Apr 16, 2013 19:00:15 GMT -5
Chebby ford dodge.....
shot em as ya can, what ever is comfy for you and notches a tag is whats best.
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Post by hunter7x on Apr 16, 2013 19:02:24 GMT -5
Put me on the pro scope side of this one. Pentax on 835 and on BPS. Never had to adjust scope due to bumps, bangs, or drops. Only when changing to new shells. Good scopes and mounts are a key to staying where you put them I think. Like scopes for our kids at the Freedom Hunt. Had 16 misses last spring and 2 out of 3 were with non scoped guns. They do a lot of peaking over the barrel I think. I know I would if I didn't run a scope. holy canoly nsporleder remembers this places address! |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2013 19:25:02 GMT -5
The weak link is always the mount. I had a B-Square shear off last year from a hevi shot 3.5. The saddle type mounts are easy to use but not as good as a drilled and tapped mounted system. But the Beneli is without a doubt one of the hardest recoilers out there.
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Post by 3ptbuck on Apr 17, 2013 7:12:27 GMT -5
Scope experiment went ok in Ky. Opening day bird shot at 33yds and hit the dirt. Still not sure if I will keep it on but it worked…
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