Shotgun shell length. - The Firearms Forum

tjeffords · 10-15-2011, 01:21 PM

So I applogize for the dumb question but.... I have a rifled slug smooth bore 20 NEF break action with a 3" camber I was wondering if i can safely shoot a 3" slug round in it.

Thanks for all the help,
TJ

CampingJosh · 10-15-2011, 04:16 PM

A 3" chamber can fire a 3" slug, yes. Just to satisfy my curiosity, what is the choke on that barrel?

No stupid questions. When it comes to firearms, the stupid choice is to go ahead without asking the question.

JLA · 10-15-2011, 06:28 PM

If its a fixed choke it most likely modified or full. Niether is ideal for shooting rifled slugs. but the modified would be a better choice.

tjeffords · 10-15-2011, 08:14 PM

My NEF is a no choke smothie

JLA · 10-15-2011, 08:30 PM

It should be stamped on the side of the barrel "cyl. bore", "imp. cyl.", or "mod." choke. all smooth bores have some sort of choke from the factory, even cylinder bore is considered a choke size, even though it isnt choked at all.

tjeffords · 10-15-2011, 08:31 PM

I ment cylender bore by saying no choke sorry

10-15-2011, 01:21 PM	#1
tjeffords V.I.P. Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Van Wert, Ohio Posts: 94	Shotgun shell length. So I applogize for the dumb question but.... I have a rifled slug smooth bore 20 NEF break action with a 3" camber I was wondering if i can safely shoot a 3" slug round in it. Thanks for all the help, TJ -->

10-15-2011, 04:16 PM	#2
CampingJosh TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Indiana Contributor Posts: 4,788	Re: Shotgun shell length. A 3" chamber can fire a 3" slug, yes. Just to satisfy my curiosity, what is the choke on that barrel? No stupid questions. When it comes to firearms, the stupid choice is to go ahead without asking the question. __________________ Nothing posted on TheFirearmsForum.com constitutes legal, accounting, gunsmithing, or other professional advice. Readers are encouraged to consult with qualified professionals for real advice. Your life is lived at your own risk. Don't blame me for the dumb things you do.

10-15-2011, 06:28 PM	#3
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,317	Re: Shotgun shell length. If its a fixed choke it most likely modified or full. Niether is ideal for shooting rifled slugs. but the modified would be a better choice. __________________ It takes 43 muscles to frown, 17 to smile, and 3 for proper trigger squeeze. The latest caliber or gear is no substitute for experience and skill. Rifles and cartridges don't make hits -- shooters do. Fact of life: After Monday and Tuesday, even the calendar says WTF!

10-15-2011, 08:14 PM	#4
tjeffords V.I.P. Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Van Wert, Ohio Posts: 94	Re: Shotgun shell length. My NEF is a no choke smothie

10-15-2011, 08:30 PM	#5
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,317	Re: Shotgun shell length. It should be stamped on the side of the barrel "cyl. bore", "imp. cyl.", or "mod." choke. all smooth bores have some sort of choke from the factory, even cylinder bore is considered a choke size, even though it isnt choked at all. __________________ It takes 43 muscles to frown, 17 to smile, and 3 for proper trigger squeeze. The latest caliber or gear is no substitute for experience and skill. Rifles and cartridges don't make hits -- shooters do. Fact of life: After Monday and Tuesday, even the calendar says WTF!

10-15-2011, 08:31 PM	#6
tjeffords V.I.P. Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Van Wert, Ohio Posts: 94	Re: Shotgun shell length. I ment cylender bore by saying no choke sorry