What is the best shot for ducks?
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hunting and shooting
SPECIES | IDEAL RANGE | SHOT SIZE |
---|---|---|
Small Ducks | 15-40 yds | 4, 5, 6 |
Large Ducks | 10-40 yds | BB,1, 2, 3 |
Geese | 10-45 yds | T, BBB, BB |
Similarly, it is asked, what are the best shotgun shells for duck hunting?
View the slideshow to see our picks for the five shotgun shells worth shooting this duck season.
- 1) Kent Upland FastSteel. Kent makes a great waterfowl shell in their Upland FastSteel option.
- 2) Kent Tungsten-Matrix.
- 3) Federal Premium Black Cloud.
- 4) Winchester Blind Side.
- 5) Remington HyperSonic Steel.
Hereof, is 6 shot good for ducks?
When shooting small ducks such as Teal, or other birds such as Snipe, a smaller shot size is going to be the best option. 6 shot shells will work well for any small duck.
However, if you're willing to spend the money, you can get heavier-than-lead shot for waterfowl hunting (Hevi Shot and a number of others). It's expensive, but it works well, retains velocity and energy much farther out than steel, and you can buy 1 1/4 oz. loads in 2 3/4" shells. No need for 3" shells.