No question, the 16 is far-more commonly encountered here than the 2-inch 12. My English gun happens to be in proof for 2 3/4-inch, so I can occasionally find shells that will suit my needs. Generally though, I choose to shoot 2 1/2-inch RSTs because of the gun's 100-plus years of age and thin wrist. I could also reload (and that would arguably be the best and least-expensive option).
The 2-inch 12 is clearly going to be difficult to feed in this country. You're likely going to have to either reload or special order everything you'll be using. However, the 2-inch is reportedly the best of all the "square" load options you can find. Very efficient, low pressures and almost no-stringing, with a near perfect one ounce "pie-pan" of ejecta impacting the target, thus the great lethality of the load.
Last edited by Lloyd3; 12/25/19 10:30 PM.
