chokeI wondered why one of my Remington shotguns has a choke while the other doesn’t. Not being a hunting enthusiast, I was only vaguely aware that different chokes are available for various game options. The security shotgun, which has no choke, doesn’t require one because of its generally close range application.

I Googled ’shotgun chokes’ on the web and found out a few things about them:

A choke is a constricting device inserted in the end of the shotgun barrel. It forces the shot pellets together just before they exit. The idea is to have a dense pattern at the range of the target.

Improved Cylinder Chokes are for close shots, usually under 20 yards. A Modified Choke is for 20-30 yards, and is the most common. The Full Choke is for 30+ yards.

Most Remington shotguns come with a Modified Choke, and there should be no reason to change it unless you need a Full Choke or an Improved Cylinder Choke for the type of sport shooting or hunting you will be doing.

If your shotgun has a choke, you should remove it for cleaning and lube after each shooting session.

UPDATE: We made the Roundup again! :)