Is there a reason for a pattern like this? I'm happy with pellet count! 182 in 8 3/4" circle at 40 yards. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190418/90b501cd5ad7088dcd0fc397ee039a2a.jpg)
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pretty good pattern
Seems like I get the same kind of patterns with the Longbeard. You might try a choke that is less constricting that might even it out.
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If that is a 20 gauge with longbeards that is unbelievable numbers I only get about 110 to 120 with longbeard 6s out of my 20 gauge but my patterns are pretty even. That is with a Carlson 575. I probably wouldn't hunt with the pattern you posted. Too much room for a turkey head to survive it. My son also shoots a Carlson 575 in his 870 and gets about the same numbers with an even pattern.
With conventional (non-shot-locked) loads, a supertight but patchy pattern like that usually indicated that it is overchoked. With Longbeards who knows, but I would also try a more open choke.
182 in a 8.75" circle at 40 yards with a 20 gauge shooting #6 shot...WOW....that is amazing. 163 #6 shot from a 20 gauge in a 10" circle is the best I've ever done. Please tell us what gun, barrel length and choke of you don't mind.
I'm sorry guys. This was a 12 gauge???? my bad, accidentally posted in the 20 gauge forum. I'm having trouble with Tapatalk. That's why I didn't reply sooner. Pattern inconsistency was my biggest question.
It happens. :welcomeOG:
What would be helpful to know is what gun and choke you are using so someone could make some recommendations.
It's an H&R Pardner pump with an Indian Creek Black Diamond choke tube. Had Sumtoy lengthen the forcing cone to 5".
I would say a more open choke then