Shotgun for predator clean up

[AdamSean]

A few more days and deer season with be over. Then it will be time to scout for turkeys and get rid of some of the coyotes that tend to attack the birds. I am limited to shotgun where I hunt and have no problem getting close to them. I had one come within 20 yards last year. I am going to be using a BB type shot and want to know what choke may work well out to 40 yards on yotes from my Remington 870 Super Mag. The goal is to sit right on the edge of a small field. There is plenty of tall grass to cover me and I can see for 200 yards. We have plenty of rabbits so a little bunny pee and a dying rabbit call should be all I need to take a few before March rolls around.

So again, what choke is recommended for a BB shot? Maybe even these Hornady Varmint Express 4 Buck?

 

[Patocazador]

The tighter the choke, the more compact the shot string ... up to a point. Use a full choke for shots over 35-40 yards. Your extra-full turkey choke may be too tight with BBs. The only way to tell is to pattern the gun at different distances.

 

[AdamSean]

I plan on patterning the loads. I just want to have a good starting point so I don't waste money blowing off my ammunition on something that is just ridiculous.

The land I am on is a very narrow bit and we are limited to shotgun with slugs and number 2 shot or smaller. From what I understand, BB is not much bigger than than so I can probably get away with it.

Let me also add that I currently have a Primos Tight Wad turkey choke, modified choke, and an IC choke. I have considered the slugs, but when I had that yote run right at me last year, it happened so fast, I would much rather have a spread pattern.

 

[wankerjake]

I prefer #4 buck but some guys like BB. All you can do is pattern and see. Good luck, shotgunning them is the best.

 

[Davek1977]

we are limited to shotgun with slugs and number 2 shot or smaller. From what I understand, BB is not much bigger than than so I can probably get away with it.

To clarify, is that a restriction written into law, or is the preference of the landowner? I wouldn't "assume" that the game wardens in your area will overlook the fact that BBs are indeed bigger than #2 shot. Depending on the locale, game wardens can be VERY "by the book" and won't necessarily cut anyone any slack for being "almost" in compliance with the law. To each their own, but I personally wouldn't make such an assumption when assuming wrong could wind up being a costly error.