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Post by Ahawkeye on Apr 1, 2020 0:29:28 GMT -5
How many people here use a 20 ga. to turkey hunt? I bought my kid a youth 20 ga. last year and I noticed how light and compact it was. Sure would be cool to carry that around rather than tote my 12 ga. I will say that I shot my last turkey through some brush last year and don't know if a 20 would be as effective. I would love some input on the subject.
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Post by genesis273 on Apr 1, 2020 5:10:04 GMT -5
I hunted my first couple of years with a 20ga. Killed my first turkey with one too. There is a lot of guys and gals hunting with them because they usually are lighter and friendlier on the shoulder. There's a new trend of .410 hunters now as well.
But, to me, I think the smaller the gauge the less range you have. I went from the 20 to the 12 because I wanted more pellets going down range.
I know they have improved chokes and ammo to help extend the range of most guns now so I'm not really sure if you're loosing too much by using a 20ga. Especially if you're using a TSS ammo.
I'm not sure if I helped you or not.
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Post by Ahawkeye on Apr 1, 2020 6:47:52 GMT -5
I hunted my first couple of years with a 20ga. Killed my first turkey with one too. There is a lot of guys and gals hunting with them because they usually are lighter and friendlier on the shoulder. There's a new trend of .410 hunters now as well. But, to me, I think the smaller the gauge the less range you have. I went from the 20 to the 12 because I wanted more pellets going down range. I know they have improved chokes and ammo to help extend the range of most guns now so I'm not really sure if you're loosing too much by using a 20ga. Especially if you're using a TSS ammo. I'm not sure if I helped you or not. What is TSS ammo? I've always used Winchester turkey loads, they've done well for me if I do my part. |
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Post by lawrencecountyhunter on Apr 1, 2020 6:51:45 GMT -5
I bought a single shot 10 gauge several years ago. It works fine, but one thing I failed to consider was ammo selection. I wish now I had gotten a 12.
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Post by Huntnfreak on Apr 1, 2020 9:43:54 GMT -5
I use a 20 ga. for turkey and deer (usually my ML). I’ve killed a turkey at 53 yds. with my 20 ga. (Didn’t realize it was that far until I walked it off). I’ve hunted for 31+ years and a 20 ga. is all I’ve ever used...don’t be afraid!! Most importantly...just know how the gun patterns with different loads!!
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Post by parrothead on Apr 1, 2020 16:09:27 GMT -5
With TSS lots of people going to 20 and even 410's. I have used TSS for years and the stuff is amazing.
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Post by parrothead on Apr 1, 2020 16:13:22 GMT -5
Tungsten Super Shot
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Post by genesis273 on Apr 1, 2020 21:05:20 GMT -5
I also use Winchester Long Beard XR's. The TSS loads are amazing but, expensive.
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Post by elmo on Apr 2, 2020 7:46:42 GMT -5
I carry a 20 and normally shoot my bird between 25 and 33 yards. I use the Winchester #5’s and 4’s and haven’t had one get away yet.
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Post by hornzilla on Apr 2, 2020 22:14:57 GMT -5
I bought a single shot 10 gauge several years ago. It works fine, but one thing I failed to consider was ammo selection. I wish now I had gotten a 12. I have one as well. Ammo is hard to come by. So I use 3.5 in a 12 gauge. |
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Post by schall53 on Apr 3, 2020 10:47:31 GMT -5
I bought a single shot 10 gauge several years ago. It works fine, but one thing I failed to consider was ammo selection. I wish now I had gotten a 12. I have one as well. Ammo is hard to come by. So I use 3.5 in a 12 gauge. [/q I just get mine online and buy mine. Went on a couple of years ago and bought a box of 25, 10ga tss, should last quit a few years. |
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Post by deadeer on Apr 3, 2020 12:01:09 GMT -5
I have one as well. Ammo is hard to come by. So I use 3.5 in a 12 gauge. [/q I just get mine online and buy mine. Went on a couple of years ago and bought a box of 25, 10ga tss, should last quit a few years. 10ga, bet that's a real "blast" 😂 |
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Post by parrothead on Apr 3, 2020 12:09:10 GMT -5
Apex Ammo carries 10ga in TSS of course sold out right now
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Post by esshup on Apr 5, 2020 12:27:07 GMT -5
I also use Winchester Long Beard XR's. The TSS loads are amazing but, expensive. Cabela's has #7's at $8.13/shot (tax included, but pick up at the store). |
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Post by firstwd on Apr 5, 2020 19:33:17 GMT -5
I bought a single shot 10 gauge several years ago. It works fine, but one thing I failed to consider was ammo selection. I wish now I had gotten a 12. I haven't bought turkey ammo for my 10 for years, but if I could use BB steel shot I'd never run out. Mine gets used for geese way more that turkey. |
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