Best Gauges for Hunting Ruddy Duck: Comparisons & Picks
Best Calibers for Hunting Ruddy Duck: Comparisons & Picks A practical guide to choosing the right shotgun gauge (or .410 bore) for fast, low-over-water ruddy ducks—plus what to watch for with non-toxic shot. Ruddy ducks are small, hard-charging divers that skim low over open water and jink hard on the shot. These ruddy duck hunting […]
Best Gauges for Hunting Bufflehead: Comparisons & Picks
Best Gauges for Hunting Bufflehead: Comparisons & Picks A practical, non-toxic-focused gauge guide for fast little divers—built around real-world ranges and clean kills. When you’re picking bufflehead hunting gauges, you’re really choosing pattern density, handling, and how confident you feel on quick, low-flying shots over water. Most hunters do their best work with a 12 […]
Best Gauges for Hunting Black Scoter: Comparisons & Picks
Best Gauges for Hunting Black Scoter: Comparisons & Picks Practical gauge picks and shot sizes for safe, ethical sea-duck hunts. This guide breaks down the best black scoter hunting gauges for boat-based gunning on big, windy water. We compare effective ranges, recoil, and typical shot sizes (steel, bismuth, tungsten) so you can pick a load […]