Shawn Perkins

hi guys, i was just wondering what shot size is the best for the most nock down power and patterning. i shoot 3.5 inch mags, 2 oz. shot.,#4.my gun is a remington 870 express super magnum, with a super full turkey choke. i was just wondering if i should shoot a smaller size bb for a better patterning.

so what size bb? 4s, 5s, or 6s???

thank you!!

mouthcaller

Every gun and choke patterns differently. Only way to know is to buy different sizes and see which patterns best.

I shoot Nitro 3.5" 2.25 oz of 4X5X7 and it is very deadly

Rory/MO

i doont think you need that 3.5 inch, with a good choke and 3 inch hevi shot, you should pattern great out to 45 yards. what more could ask for

SwampCollie

#6

Especially if you are shooting a high density shot. A #6 HD pellet has the same energy as a #4 lead, with a greatly increased pellet count. So you'll hitting the head and neck with MORE pellets, but with the same energy as the lead #4s.

Simp

Ditto. #6's in a 3.5" shell should be excellent. I think when my stash of 4x5x7's run out I'm going to gowith straight 6's.

Champlain Islander

I like 5's and feel it is perfect and right in between the sparce but hard hitting4's and the smaller pellet 6's.

kdsberman

Personally, Ive had the best luck with #5's.

superstrutter

Number 5's with my Rem. Hevi mags and 6's with the HD's. Overall, I like the 5's the best. They make HD's in 4 and 6 shot.

broncobilly

I've never used a 3.5 inch shell(I don't have a gun that will shoot them), but I've had very good results from 4X6's in the 2.75 inch shells and 5's in the 3 inch shells.

Bill

kingvjack

Before you post about using BB shot, check your regulations... cause its illegal in Kansas.