Gauge (Shotgun)

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

The spread of pellets as they exit a shotgun barrel; tested on paper at known distances to find a...

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12-Gauge

One of the most common shotgun gauges, versatile for waterfowl, upland birds, and deer (with slug...

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Patterning a Shotgun

Testing how a shotgun’s pellets spread at various distances to find the optimal choke and load co...

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Over-Under Shotgun

A double-barreled shotgun with barrels stacked vertically; popular for upland birds and clay shoo...

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Shotgun Choke

A constriction at the muzzle end of a shotgun barrel controlling pellet spread (e.g., cylinder, m...

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.410 Bore

The smallest common shotgun bore, suitable for small game or beginner shooters; limited shot volu...

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28-Gauge

A smaller shotgun gauge known for low recoil and lighter firearm weight, popular among experience...

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Slug

A single solid projectile used in a shotgun, commonly for deer or larger game within shorter ranges.

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Pump-Action

A firearm action (commonly in shotguns) where the forend is manually cycled to eject a spent shel...

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20-Gauge

A lighter-recoil shotgun gauge often chosen for upland bird hunting or by smaller-statured hunter...

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