Stan,
The gun I mentioned is a Churchill 2 1/2" 12 gauge. It was purchased because it was light and quick, perfect for grouse and woodcock hunting all day. Early season finds me using a #8's/#7's combination right and left, switching to #7's and #6's when the leaves drop.
When I shoot for hunt tests that plant quail, I use #8 1/2 and #7's.
Best of luck for your woodcock hunting, they are certainly addictive little birds, one of my favorites!
Karl

Last edited by Karl Graebner; 11/28/19 11:39 AM.