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Turkey Guns & Shooting => 12 ga Benelli pattern pictures => Topic started by: rgref522 on June 28, 2020, 07:12:34 PM

Title: SBE 1 carlsons 650 665 longbeard 5, 6 and federal 6
Post by: rgref522 on June 28, 2020, 07:12:34 PM
Sorry i dont have pictures to share but have some results from a benelli sbe, Carlson's chokes, and different loads. all shots at 40 yards measured the best 10 inch circle since i do not know my best poa/poi yet.

Carlson non ported 665

long beard 3.5 inch 5 shot 171 hits
long beard 3.5 inch 6 shot 224 hits
federal grand slam 3.5 inch 6 shot 125 hits

carlson long beard xr 650 ported choke

long beard 3.5 inch 6 shot 253 hits
federal grand slam 3.5 inch 6 shot 191 hits

hopefully this sheds some light on guys looking at similar setups, especially shooting copper plated lead. 

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Title: Re: SBE 1 carlsons 650 665 longbeard 5, 6 and federal 6
Post by: WildTigerTrout on April 10, 2021, 11:00:04 PM
I know this is old but just wanted to let the OP know that his information influenced my decision to purchase a Carlson's .650 Longbeard XR choke and 3.5 inch #6 shot Long Beards to try in my SBE 1.  Have not done so yet but will shortly.  Thanks again rgref522
Title: Re: SBE 1 carlsons 650 665 longbeard 5, 6 and federal 6
Post by: rgref522 on April 11, 2021, 01:40:13 AM
Hey glad to hear my friend.  Hopefully your results are very similar. I can't wait to let the 6s fly in a couple weeks here in WI!

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Title: Re: SBE 1 carlsons 650 665 longbeard 5, 6 and federal 6
Post by: WildTigerTrout on April 11, 2021, 11:37:43 PM
We will see soon.  I bought the choke and shells several weeks ago and plan to try them both before our season starts here in Pennsylvania on May 1.  Thanks again, I know you put a lot of effort into compiling the information. Good luck, enjoy and stay safe this spring.  WTT
Title: Re: SBE 1 carlsons 650 665 longbeard 5, 6 and federal 6
Post by: WildTigerTrout on May 01, 2021, 08:25:44 PM
 Finally tried the Carlson's LB .650 and LB 3.5 inch 2 oz. #6.  WOW what a great combination.  Works great!