There was a previous thread regarding pointing quality of shotguns. We called this 'pointability'.....a word which does not exist in Webster's dictionary. I am going to, in humble fashion, try and reiterate some of that. I think the conclusion was that over and unders seem more effective in wide open backgrounds such as dove shooting and in those clay target disciplines where the shooter has some idea as to where the target is coming from and where it is going, such as skeet or trap.I like to call this 'precision' shooting. Now, as first pointed out by the great English guru and writer/engineer, G.T. Garwood (Gough Thomas), in a woods or poor background and where the shooter has no idea of where the target is coming from or going, such as Ruffed Grouse shooting, a side by side has superior pointing quality. I for one, believe this to be the case having much experience in all venues of shotgun shooting precision and 'spray and pray' (Tom Huggler has used this term).
. I personally like and use both sorts of shotguns. I really prefer those of sidelock origin because they 'are closer between the hands' and just have a superior feel and quality about them. Regards, Buzz
Last edited by buzz; 06/27/11 08:49 AM. Reason: clarifcation
