Off the original topic but.
I load Polywad spreader disk for 4 gauges all used in tight choked SxS guns. Round Disk with the post bottom goes on top of the shot. Patterns are OK at 20 yards fall apart after, how far past 20 depends on the shot size and load. Anyhow 20 is a good working limit
Way I use them on Clays courses is if scores are being recorded and the target is crazy close like most Rabbits or in your face incomers 2nd of a pair put the spreader in one or both barrels. Show pair targets closer than skeet distance is the test. If no score card I shoot the whole course with tight chokes. I would rather miss clean in fun rounds than break with light strikes edge of the pattern using the spreader shell.
Hunting I have a Spaniel and he flushes out dozen yards or so. Modified choke is fine when using light shot loads like 3/4 or 7/8. I just patterned one of my 16's at 25 yards and 3/4 oz of 7 1/2 modified Choke. It's a perfect Game pattern to my eye.
Exception dog training with Quail in traps right at your feet. Then the spreader works well. Have never hunted Grouse, Guys I know that do mostly use Light Auto shotguns with real short barrels and no choke at all. Not sure you can make a 28 or 30 inch tight choked SxS do as well as the 24-26 inch Cylinder choked guns using a spreader in the long gun. Probably not.
I don't expect any more of spreader loads. Targets under 20 yards. Lot of potential 25 even 30 yard targets better to buy a open choked SXS gun. Spreader in a long barrel is not going to serve very well
Boats
Last edited by Boats; 09/11/15 08:49 PM.
