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Anyone else notice a difference in swing feel between 30" and 32" barrels on sporting clays?
I've been shooting a Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon with 30" barrels for years and love it for skeet. Recently picked up a used Browning 725 with 32" barrels for sporting clays. The Browning feels like ...
Beretta 692 vs Browning 725 for FITASC Sporting - anyone shot both extensively?
I'm a serious FITASC shooter looking to upgrade from my old Beretta 686. I've narrowed it down to the Beretta 692 and Browning 725, both 30" barrels. I've handled both at the shop and they feel dif...
Anyone else notice their Perazzi MX8 shooting a bit high with factory chokes?
Been shooting my MX8 for about a year now, mostly sporting clays. Lately I've been missing more high house targets than usual, especially on station 3 where the bird is rising. Using factory flush ...
Just bought my first shotgun - a used Browning Citori - and the stock feels too long
I'm brand new to sporting clays and picked up a used Browning Citori 12 gauge for a good deal. I'm 5'8" and when I mount it, I feel like I'm really stretching to get my cheek down on the stock. I'm...
Just got my first shotgun - a used Browning Citori 12ga. What should I check before taking it out?
Hey all, super excited to join the sport! Picked up a Browning Citori over/under from a local guy. It's my first shotgun ever. Before I head to the range, what are the key things I should inspect o...
Anyone else notice their Perazzi MX8 shoots a bit high with factory chokes?
Been shooting my MX8 for about a year now, mostly sporting clays. I'm consistently breaking targets but notice I'm having to consciously aim low on crossing shots. Using factory flush chokes (IC/M)...
My GSP is creeping on planted birds - how to fix steadiness without breaking drive?
My 3-year-old German Shorthaired Pointer has solid pointing instincts but keeps creeping in on planted quail during training. I've tried check-cord corrections and whoa training, but he still takes...
My GSP is creeping on planted quail - how to fix without breaking his drive?
Been working my 3-year-old German Shorthaired Pointer on planted quail for field trial prep. He's got a solid point but creeps forward about 5-10 yards after initial point, especially when the bird...
My GSP is breaking point too early on pheasants - any tips?
Been hunting with my 2-year-old German Shorthaired Pointer for two seasons now. He's solid on quail and holds point well, but when we get into heavy cover for pheasants, he'll lock up at 20-30 yard...
Just got my first bird dog - a 6 month old Lab. Where do I even start with training?
I'm brand new to both hunting and having a bird dog. Picked up a yellow Lab pup from a good breeder, and I want to train him right for duck hunting. So far we've just done basic obedience like sit ...