.410 Bore


The smallest common shotgun bore, suitable for small game or beginner shooters; limited shot volume and shorter effective range.

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Gauge (Shotgun)


The measure of a shotgun’s bore diameter (e.g., 12-gauge, 20-gauge); lower numbers signify larger...


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Where the projectile impacts an animal’s vital zone, key to ethical, quick kills and minimal woun...


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