repairing synthetic rubber

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>And not all "rubber" is rubber.

Tautology.

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>Any suggestions?

There are many types of synthetic rubber.  Without knowing the specific type, you can’t know how to glue it.

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>>Any suggestions? >There are many types of synthetic rubber.  Without knowing the specific >type, you can’t know how to glue it.

And not all "rubber" is rubber. Andy Asberry Prescription without diagnosis is malpractice, in medicine and mechanics.

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I’ve got a pair of synthetic rubber duck boots, and one of them has a split at a stress point in the upper (not the sole). I’d rather repair than replace them, if possible. I’ve tried a lot of approaches, including a repair kit for bicycle tubes. But nothing lasts. Any suggestions? Thanks.

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>I’ve got a pair of synthetic rubber duck boots, and one of them has a split at >a stress point in the upper (not the sole). >I’d rather repair than replace them, if possible. I’ve tried a lot of >approaches, including a repair kit for bicycle tubes. But nothing lasts. >Any suggestions? Thanks.

I’m in the tire business; 36 years. Tires and tubes are made with synthetic rubber. We used to have a fellow come into the shop who ran a boys’ club. He had several pairs of waders for duck hunting and trout fishing. The kids were pretty hard on the waders. They were always poking holes in them. We use Rema brand tire repair materials. The "red edge" tube patches worked great for us. Always use the same brand cement and patch. Find a good tire shop and ask what brand materials they use. Andy Asberry Prescription without diagnosis is malpractice, in medicine and mechanics.

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Cleaning your gun??

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I’m relatively new to hunting, (second year) I just got my first "new" shotgun, a Benelli nova camo. I love it. My question is, should you be cleaning your gun after every hunt or skeet shoot or do u do it every so often? Also what do u use to clean it? And should you get it cleaned by a professional once a year or so? Ive hear that "gun scrubber" is good to use? Thanks for the help Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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> I’m relatively new to hunting, (second year) I just got my first "new" > shotgun, a Benelli nova camo. I love it. My question is, should you be > cleaning your gun after every hunt or skeet shoot or do u do it every so > often? Also what do u use to clean it? And should you get it cleaned by a > professional once a year or so? Ive hear that "gun scrubber" is good to use? > Thanks for the help

Clean your barrel with a swab after each use.  Lightly oil the outside metal parts after each use.  This should take approximately 2 minutes of your time.  It’s part of the hunt. Clean the rest of the gun according to your manufacturers recommendations. The manual that came with it is good reading (I assume you bought it new…if not, order a manual from the manufacturer…they are usually free). Follow the step by step instructions the first couple times you do it. After that, it will be like second hat. I disassembled my AL391 last week and was amazed at the amount of crud in the action from duck hunting.  It still worked.  I simply forgot to do the end of season cleaning.  It did not rust.  Amazing, huh? HH Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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I do use gun scrubber at the end of the season and do a real good cleaning of any gun at season end. But during the season I just run a cotton rag down the barrel that has been sprayed with silcon oil and then a dry rag. I do know that if you have been out in the rain or snow it best to clean it. Just do not put away wet. I even had in my backpack a piece of 1/8 rope tied to a old piece of cotton so that I could run it down the barrel to get it dry befor I would put  the gun  in the case. I have gun over 30 years old that the barrels look like new and these guns have been used not only put on the wall…. Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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San Antonio Texas Hunting

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I plan on moving to San Antonio Texas next June/July time frame. Anyone know of any free hunting area in or around San Antonio? Thanks, Rodger Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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> I plan on moving to San Antonio Texas next June/July time frame. Anyone > know of any free hunting area in or around San Antonio?

For ducks/geese, you can go to the coast on either side of Corpus Christi. For doves, you should get one of the $40 Annual Permits from TPWD. For deer, you’re not going to be happy.  It’s not "near" SA, but you might look at the Big Bend National Park.  You can also come to east Texas to the National Forests there.  Otherwise, plan on getting a lease. — + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + Chris Barnes                              AOL IM:  CNBarnes Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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> I plan on moving to San Antonio Texas next June/July time frame. Anyone > know of any free hunting area in or around San Antonio? > Thanks, > Rodger

You’re not going to like this. There is no free hunting near SA. 99.9% of the land is private. What you do is get a lease for deer or dove. Go towards Houston to go duck hunting, and a guide. For "free" hunting go to East Texas to hunt on US Forest land. Be sure to take a armored vest if you do and keep your head down. Hunting in Texas is different from other states. I suggest going to a local gun store and asking the proper questions. — Jim carry on Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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The Boat, part two…

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Ok, well I got it.  Or rather, I’m picking it up on the way home from the office.  Believe me when I say it is NUTHIN’ FANCY!!!  But the guy threw in a good trolling motor, all I need is a battery & charger…all for $150. Bet I can clean it up and turn around and sell it for $250 or more. It’s dirty, dusty, and needs a real good scrubbing.  I wonder – is there some sort of caulking, like clear silicone, that I can run in the seams? Kind of as a precautionary measure?  Or is that overkill?  Would it "stick?" Is there any kind of… hmm, I guess the word is "conditioner" I can use on it?  Car wax or something?  You know, aluminum gets that "haze" on it.  Or can it be painted? **sigh**  Guess I know what I’ll be doing this weekend….! Happy trails, Cynthia

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Go to a local boat supply store, they should have everything you need to clean and condition your new toy. I know the one I use has about everything I could possibly need and then some.

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> Ok, well I got it.  Or rather, I’m picking it up on the way home from the > office.  Believe me when I say it is NUTHIN’ FANCY!!!  But the guy threw in > a good trolling motor, all I need is a battery & charger…all for $150. > Bet I can clean it up and turn around and sell it for $250 or more. > It’s dirty, dusty, and needs a real good scrubbing.  I wonder – is there > some sort of caulking, like clear silicone, that I can run in the seams? > Kind of as a precautionary measure?  Or is that overkill?  Would it "stick?" > Is there any kind of… hmm, I guess the word is "conditioner" I can use on > it?  Car wax or something?  You know, aluminum gets that "haze" on it.  Or > can it be painted? > **sigh**  Guess I know what I’ll be doing this weekend….! > Happy trails, > Cynthia

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Cynthia, forget about what it looks like, and LOAD IT UP with beauties! Warren

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Congrats on the purchase!  in answer to your questions I can try to help. <snip> It’s dirty, dusty, and needs a real good scrubbing.  I wonder – is there some sort of caulking, like clear silicone, that I can run in the seams? Kind of as a precautionary measure?  Or is that overkill?  Would it "stick?" <      the dirt and dust are easily solved by taking it to the local car was.  Unload it, clean the inside first with the power washer.  <watch out for hibernating critters, as they sometimes hide in the strangest places.> the flip it over and do the outside.  Silicon can be used, but if it isn’t leaking, I don’t know if I’d bother.  the stuff will stick quite well though. Is there any kind of… hmm, I guess the word is "conditioner" I can use on it?  Car wax or something?  You know, aluminum gets that "haze" on it.  Or can it be painted?.        you could use some of that stuff they used to advertise from junkyards to restore some of the original color.  But if you decide on painting,  check with your local auto body shop.  you probably could get them to spray it for ya, you would be able to do the prep work cleaning, sanding etc. But as the good mother We have decided you are.  You will not have time to do that this weekend,  cause you’ll be busy fishing.  P.S.  How did that Blind date at Bass Pro go?  It is good coffee isn’t it? — Mike A lady came up to me on the street and pointed at my suede jacket. ‘You know a cow was murdered for that jacket?’ she sneered. I replied in a psychotic tone, ‘I didn’t know there were any witnesses. Now I’ll have to kill you too."

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 i have a jon boat that i use for duck hunting, and it take a good thrashing. When it spings a leak i use "shoe goo". That stuff will stick to anything, and it is cheap and drys clear.

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Y’all should have seen the look on my kid’s face when I picked him up from after-school care.  And the other kids were saying "Hey, Tommy’s got a boat!"   Those are great suggestions… the most difficult part to take care of will be.. well, the guy’s 14 year old kid slobbered fiberglass bondo all over it. If there was even a scratch, the kid bondo’d it.  Didn’t knock the dirt off first, either, so it’s all pulling away.  And I’ve got to get that stuff off, and deep-clean it.  Once that’s done, I’ll flip it over and get it half-full of water to make sure there are no leaks, even tho’ I was assured there weren’t any.  Then it’s off to the store for some silicone.  Ah – and let’s not forget the battery and charger for the trolling motor!  To give you an idea of how old the motor is, it’s made by Shakespeare.  Do they still make motors, or have they quit making them?  I know they make fishing equipment, but…! The thing is, here in TX, no matter what size the boat, if it has a motor (including a trolling motor) it has to be registered.  The guy I bought it from had it on a ranch tank since God was a child, and never registered it.  I wonder if I can take it out on the lake while waiting on the paperwork? Oh, and date is Friday night… I don’t know about the coffee, but I sure like those waffle cones! Happy trails, Cynthia

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>When it spings a leak i use "shoe goo".

JB weld is about the best tin boat fixer I’ve used.  It sticks like grim death, and can be painted over.

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>wonder if I can take it out on the lake while waiting on the paperwork?

Hi Cynthia, I don’t know about Texas, but here in Wisconsin, as long as you have the carbon copy of the registration form, that’s good enough for our wardens. It’s a good idea to have a photocopy of the check you sent with the registration also.  Check with your fish and game people to make sure though. Hve fun and tight lines, — —–= Posted via Newsfeeds.Com, Uncensored Usenet News =—– http://www.newsfeeds.com – The #1 Newsgroup Service in the World! —–==  Over 80,000 Newsgroups – 16 Different Servers! =—–

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If you do find any leaks, you might try a good two-part expoxy to stop them. Make sure you mark the leaks when you see them with a permanent marker or something. Let the area dry really good, then apply the epoxy liberally.

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> Ok, well I got it.  Or rather, I’m picking it up on the way home from the > office.  Believe me when I say it is NUTHIN’ FANCY!!!  But the guy threw in > a good trolling motor, all I need is a battery & charger…all for $150. > Bet I can clean it up and turn around and sell it for $250 or more. > It’s dirty, dusty, and needs a real good scrubbing.  I wonder – is there > some sort of caulking, like clear silicone, that I can run in the seams? > Kind of as a precautionary measure?  Or is that overkill?  Would it "stick?" > Is there any kind of… hmm, I guess the word is "conditioner" I can use on > it?  Car wax or something?  You know, aluminum gets that "haze" on it.  Or > can it be painted? > **sigh**  Guess I know what I’ll be doing this weekend….! > Happy trails, > Cynthia

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Hello Cynthia, clean out the boat with soap and water, (the car wash idea was a good one).  Then if, you are just filling in cracks or spaces you want to fill, take lacquer thinner and a rag, put some on it, and use it to break down any grease, oil, or other things that will prevent the silicon from sticking.  Do this outdoors in an open area, as the fumes are not good for you.   Then seal the crack with the silicon caulk.  Work it in with your finger, but not very hard or much pressure, just to make a good surface seal is all you are trying to accomplish.  If you leave a little bead above the surface it is ok. I have purchased a few used RV’s and this is the best way to seal around all the windows and other skin penetrations, and it lasts a long time.  Hope this helps.  Monty

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> Ok, well I got it.  Or rather, I’m picking it up on the way home from the > office.  Believe me when I say it is NUTHIN’ FANCY!!!  But the guy threw in > a good trolling motor, all I need is a battery & charger…all for $150. > Bet I can clean it up and turn around and sell it for $250 or more. > It’s dirty, dusty, and needs a real good scrubbing.  I wonder – is there > some sort of caulking, like clear silicone, that I can run in the seams? > Kind of as a precautionary measure?  Or is that overkill?  Would it "stick?" > Is there any kind of… hmm, I guess the word is "conditioner" I can use on > it?  Car wax or something?  You know, aluminum gets that "haze" on it.  Or > can it be painted? > **sigh**  Guess I know what I’ll be doing this weekend….! > Happy trails, > Cynthia

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jet skiers

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I have had jet ski’s come in the area I was fishing and try "spraying" me with water.  Sometimes coming within 10-15 foot of me.  I got to where I would carry a pocket full of 3/16 oz egg sinkers, when they came at me, I let them fly.  I have also been guilty of tossing a superspook over them and let it hang about 6 ft above their heads then pull back before it falls. This usually gets their attention.  Problem is that these "kids" have not been raised on the water, there for they have no respect for their surroundings or others sharing the water in which brings them enjoyment. — Keep a tight line MoBassfisherman http://members.cland.net/~cburks *One thing becomes clearer as one gets older and one’s fishing experiences increases, and that is the paramount importance of one’s fishing companions.

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text ->   My brother inlaw was fishing with a buddy, when they were rudely > interrupted by two jet skiers in their late teens early 20’s.  well you > would think that at that age you would have the intelligents, and respect > to know that racing by at 20 feet is a big NO.  anyway my brother in > law’s fishing buddy tells him to just move to another spot.  but my > brother In law thinks screw that they were there first and it’s a big lake > they shouldn’t have to move… So he gestures to the young lads to come over > with a wave and big smile.  they see him thinking they are gonna get some > praise for their awesome jet ski skills, as soon as they were with in 5 > feet.  my Bro In law  screams "Get the fuck away from here or I’m gonna > sink your fucking jet skis and make you swim home!!!)  It took about 3 > seconds (they were a little slow) but they raced out never to be seen > again.  anyway I thought it was a funny story. and some of those jet > skiers have no clue how close they sometimes come to getting their asses > kicked, cause they don’t have any respect for other boaters or anglers on > the water.  hell every angler knows there is a space zone you don’t cross > when fishing near other anglers, it’s just plane respect, and common courtesy. >  tight lines and exciting hook sets… >  -Andrew > —

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text ->       And then one day you find, ten years have got behind you, no one told >            you when to run, you missed the starting gun –Pink Floyd

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>Problem is that these "kids" have not >been raised on the water, there for they have no respect for their >surroundings or others sharing the water in which brings them

Kids and adults acting like this were not raised, they were spawned, often by vermin that never raised them or taught them anything.   Ronnie http://fishing.about.com

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adults acting like this were not raised, they were spawned, often by > vermin that never raised them or taught them anything. > Ronnie > http://fishing.about.com

Problem Is not just jet skiers..it

small ponds , rivers, inland salt water

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Don’t know a lot about jon boats, even though I have fished from quite a few that belowed to someone else.  But, if you are planning to also use it for shrimping, I would suggests you would want something with a good platform at the bow and stern and one wide enough to give you a stable platform. And if you plan to take it in tidal water, you would be well advised to contact a marina in the Charleston/Savannah area for advice.  A lot of fresh water gear, including boats, motors and trolling motors, don’t do well in salt water!  And I think you might want to consider getting a slightly larger motor as tidal currents can be quite strong. — Go fishing. And may your fish be as big as your tales!    Columbia SC, Lake Murray

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> I am just getting back to fresh water fishing, with no desire for the big > lakes around Atlanta. What sized jon boat and motor would you suggest for > two or three people? Is there a name brand to look for? What type motor in > the 5-10 hp area? It will go to Charleston, S.C., for oysters, shrimping, > creek fishing, and duck hunting, several times a year. Thanks.

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I am just getting back to fresh water fishing, with no desire for the big lakes around Atlanta. What sized jon boat and motor would you suggest for two or three people? Is there a name brand to look for? What type motor in the 5-10 hp area? It will go to Charleston, S.C., for oysters, shrimping, creek fishing, and duck hunting, several times a year. Thanks.

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Where can I buy parts for Rem Mod 1100 Shotgun?

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Allyn, You can call Remington at 1-800-243-9700. Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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The interceptor latch broke on my Remington Mod 1100 shotgun while duck hunting yesterday. Anyone know of an online source for replacement parts? Thanks, Allyn Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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: The interceptor latch broke on my Remington Mod 1100 shotgun while duck : hunting yesterday. Anyone know of an online source for replacement parts? Brownell’s: www.brownells.com You want part number 767-266-350 which is Remington P/N 26635 and is the same on the 1100 and 11-87.  I think current price from Brownell’s is $11.03.  Better get an extractor, firing pin, another interceptor latch and a forearm support while you’re at it.  You’ll need them sooner or later! -Scot — ***  ANTI-SPAM ALERT  ***  Note the "removethis." in the return address.  *** Scot E. Heath, P.E.                     "Nothing beats turning clay to dust." Fort Collins, CO Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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Missouri Duck hunting

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Bob, If you don’t get a reply here, check out the MO Dept of Conservation web site. Lots of talk about duck activity. http://www.conservation.state.mo.us/cgi-bin/chat/chat-hunt/index.html Good Luck, Bob Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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I live in the middle part of the state, can anyone tell me if they have seen any ducks or is it still to warm . Thanks Bob Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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black powder duck hunting

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Hi All, Is anybody in this newsgroup shooting ducks with black powder? I am curious about giving it a try and wondered if anyone has had any particular success or failure with particular ducks/loads/guns, etc… I would love to hear from other duck hunters around the Raleigh NC area. Thanks. BTW – what in the hell is wrong with people in NC these days? I see threads about people stealing tree stands, ATVs, and anything else not nailed down. I also noticed in a recent small game outing to my favorite lake that one particular point that was heavily hunted by the same group through the season was thoroughly trashed. Propane cylinders, old boots, wire, camo net, trash, and three or four cases of empty shell hulls. This is public game lands that is privately owned and could be closed to hunting. Remember the pack it in – pack it out rule? It makes my blood boil that there is little or nothing you can do to reform these slobs. Too bad their genetic predisposition will never allow them to reason through the consequences of their actions. Bitch, Bitch, gripe, gripe – I feel better now. Bruce Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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I have hunted ducks with a TC 12 gauge New Englander shotgun (single shot).  I load it with 1 1/8 oz of steel shot over 110 grains of ffg.  I shoot over decoys so my shots are close as a rule.  I can olny spank one at a time and it is a real challenge in the rain (Washington State) but it is a real hoot let me tell ya.  Actually, the way black powder ignites (and all the physics and stuff) are different than modern.  The patterns are more dense and uniform allowing a pretty much open choke.  There are less "Holes" in the pattern.  If you are thinking of buying a gun, consider buying a double barrell so you can shoot skeet too.  Shoot’n doubles with a single shot will challenge your reloading speed! Dave > Hi All, > Is anybody in this newsgroup shooting ducks with black powder?

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loads for duck hunting

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i am wondering what loads that people use for duck and what choke they use as well lead or steel ???? and do most people use a mod choke??? please email me directly thanks ken Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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my prefernence is modified choke and #3 steel if shooting in creeks or jump shooting…if pass shooting or on open water, i use a full choke with #1 steel…i generally shoot mallards and blacks…if you shoot a lot of teal or woodies, the first combination would be best… good luck…and where are you hunting – our season has been over for 3 weeks… doc Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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ken, I feel that a #4 2.75 with a mod.lead choke is best for ducks, the problem with a 3 in. shell is the compaction factor of steel shot vs. lead. If you have any other question just ask… Regards, David Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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> i am wondering what loads that people use for duck and what choke they > use as well lead or steel ???? and do most people use a mod choke??? > please email me directly thanks ken

I have had success with both #2 and #4 steel. You have to use steel or some other nontoxic shot. I usually use improved cylinder. Steel patterns much more tightly than lead. I have even used cylinder bore when shooting over dekes. Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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With steel shot go with #2 and modified choke for pass shooting and #3 shot and improved cylinder over decoys.   For bismuth shot, I’d go with #4 and a modified choke for pass shooting and #6 and an improved cylinder over decoys. Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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writes: >my prefernence is modified choke and #3 steel if shooting in creeks or >jump shooting…if pass shooting or on open water, i use a full choke >with #1 steel…i generally shoot mallards and blacks…if you shoot a >lot of teal or woodies, the first combination would be best…

sounds right to me … i suffered trying to hit/kill late season divers w/3’s and even some 2’s out of my 3.5" …. next year I’ll have some bismuth 4’s for tough condition late season ducks Henry McNatt III Member of Ducks Unlimited, Wildlife Forever, Safari Club International, Florida Conservation Association, Foundation for North American Wild Sheep, National Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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i use a modified choke now, i would advise not using a full choke because i tried it once and it expanded in my barell and barely got it out. Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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i recommend using a modified or better yet improved cyl. with steel as it shoots a tighter pattern. a full will shoot too tight a pattern. as for size, i have found #2 or 1s to be best when hunting flooded rice fields. 4s are just too light with steel although in the ole glory days of lead this was the way to go. also steel is much faster than lead and lighter so it does not travel as far but gets there faster. that is why a largershot size is essential b/c steel does not have the density thus lacks the penetrating knock down power of lead. so rule of thumb-larger shot, wider choke. Visit the rec.hunting and rec.hunting.dogs FAQ Home Page at:         http://sportsmansweb.com/hunting/

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