I've found the 7 1/2 shot size (American) to be most effective on quail and dove. That said, the collared dove are half again larger than a morning dove or whitewing. I've found that the 3" #6 (American) shot size out of a full choke can really reach out and swat a collared dove at extreme altitudes.

Stan,
I cleaned out my PMs and sent you one.

Last edited by Chuck H; 09/21/15 09:25 AM.