1997xltlimited Posted March 15, 2008 Report Share Posted March 15, 2008 I have narrowed it down to the 835 and now I need to narrow down the barrel. Should I get the 24inch turkey package, the regular 26inch barrel or the 24-28 inch barrel combo. 24 inch lowest price 26 inch is 60 dollars more 24 -28 combo is 100 dollars more I want a all around gun for everything, but dont want to spend an arm and a leg it will be mainly used for turkey and grouse Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluelund79 Posted March 15, 2008 Report Share Posted March 15, 2008 Mainly for turkey and grouse....26" barrel. If you ever plan on pheasants and waterfowl, get the 24-28" combo. I'd say spend the extra 100 bucks now....it may save you in the long run w/o the added expense of another gun.....Now if I only had listened to my wife, I would have a shotgun for every type of bird hunting, but to each is their own. Happy shopping, Eric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HUNTINGMAN Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 I was wanting a 835 but was scepticle about the 24"barrel,so I bought a benelli instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoyt03 Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 26" here, no complaints Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nut Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 Believe it or not but 835 is a 28 incher. I got it also for waterfowling though. I would go with the combo at this time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griz Posted March 19, 2008 Report Share Posted March 19, 2008 I have a 835 with the 24" barrel... I haven't had any problems with mine... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Posted March 20, 2008 Report Share Posted March 20, 2008 The 28" barrel by itself will cost you about $175 if purchased separately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeygirl Posted March 20, 2008 Report Share Posted March 20, 2008 24" or 26" is a good all around length in my opinion.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted March 20, 2008 Report Share Posted March 20, 2008 I prefer a short barrel for turkeys, my win 1300 has a 22 inch barrel, and have no problems with getting good patterns with the gun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogdoc Posted March 20, 2008 Report Share Posted March 20, 2008 I have the 835 in the 24" barrel but it is set up for only turkey. If you want to use it for wing shooting also though I'd get the 26". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifeNRA Posted March 20, 2008 Report Share Posted March 20, 2008 Believe it or not but 835 is a 28 incher. I got it also for waterfowling though. I would go with the combo at this time. What he said! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Posted March 20, 2008 Report Share Posted March 20, 2008 Seriously, the point I was trying to make is $100 for an extra barrel is a heck of a good deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adjam5 Posted March 21, 2008 Report Share Posted March 21, 2008 I prefer the short 24" bbl for turkey and the longer ones for birding of any kind. With these thick woods here in NY the shorter the bbl, the easier it is to get around. Go for the 24 & 28 package. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodshed Posted March 21, 2008 Report Share Posted March 21, 2008 I'd go with the combo as well. It's a better deal than to buy an extra barrel later. I love having a short barrel for turkey hunting. Mine is 22" and it's a big difference than my last gun at 24" and before that at 28"(ughh). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1997xltlimited Posted March 21, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 21, 2008 what is the disadvantage to using a short barrel for other game than turkey? why is a longer (28 inch barrel more practical) in some cases? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodshed Posted March 21, 2008 Report Share Posted March 21, 2008 xltlimited, A longer barrel for wing shooting (ie. trap, pheasant, quail, waterfowl) helps to have a smooth swing and followthrough on a flying/moving target. It also has the aiming bead out further so you have a longer sight plain to aim at your target. Basically it provides more stability and smoothness for a more accurate shot. For a basically stationary target like turkeys, this is a non issue. For that matter the shorter barrel provides other benefits to the turkey hunter. Easier to carry and maneuver in the thick brush mainly is what I like about them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1997xltlimited Posted March 23, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 23, 2008 ordered the combo package, now what turkey choke. I know it comes with a couple chokes but not sure if they will work now. any proven ones for the 835, I cant afford to buy multiple ones to see which works best? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adjam5 Posted March 23, 2008 Report Share Posted March 23, 2008 Good luck with the combo package. As far as chokes, if the factory one shoots good why change it? If you'd just like another choke. I have had good results with the Undertaker tube in my 835's. The barrel should already be ported. Tuck in good for the 3 1/2":eek: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1997xltlimited Posted March 24, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2008 yes its ported, what does that mean that its ported? it comes with a modified and full choke tubes? when do you use each choke? full would be for turkey? when would modified be used then? do you have to have a choke tube in every time you shoot? and are there times when you don't want a choke tube? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluelund79 Posted March 24, 2008 Report Share Posted March 24, 2008 Use the full for turkey. As for the modified, use that for duck/goose. With steel shot, the modified patterns like a full choke. If you are looking for a "turkey" choke, check into the HS Strut Undertaker. They have been on clearance shelves around my hometown for 15-20 bucks. I put one in my 935 as my backup gun. It actually patterned just as good as my 870, so I guess I will play switchoff. Invest in a good sling. That 835 gets real heavy after a long day in the field! Happy hunting, and congrats on your purchase, you won't be disappointed in buying the combo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adjam5 Posted March 24, 2008 Report Share Posted March 24, 2008 The porting( holes drilled near end of barrel) takes some of the recoil out of the shot. It expends the gases to the left and right of the shooter to "port" the gases and ease recoil. With minimum velocity loss. You always want a choke tube in the shotgun... unless the crazies are storming your castle. ALWAYS use a choke tube when you shoot that gun. You can damage/ruin the threads in the barrel that threads into the choke tubes and you will NOT get good patterns without a choke. These are the most common chokes; Improved cyl, the least restricted of all the chokes for Forster type(rifled slugs) and wide open patterns, maybe skeet and trap. Modified choke, more restricted that the improved. Wing/bird shooting and tighter patterns. Full Choke,definitely more restricted that each of the others. Full or extra full is for tight groups that you'd aim with,not point. Example... turkey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1997xltlimited Posted March 24, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2008 what are the chances the full choke that comes factory will work as a good turkey choke. Or should I just go out and buy a turkey choke? maybe I should try the factory one before I buy one.... thanks for the turkey choke recommendations so far.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Posted March 24, 2008 Report Share Posted March 24, 2008 what are the chances the full choke that comes factory will work as a good turkey choke. Or should I just go out and buy a turkey choke? maybe I should try the factory one before I buy one.... thanks for the turkey choke recommendations so far.. Extremely unlikely and yes go out and buy the turkey choke. But BE WARNED! not all turkey chokes are created equal. You can experiment with chokes and shells and try and find the best. Or simply call these guys and get their recommendation for your gun. http://gobblerguns.com/ It will save you some heartache and money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1997xltlimited Posted March 24, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2008 Thats what I thought..... I guess I will be looking for a turkey choke then. Realistically what type of range shout I try and pattern this gun for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adjam5 Posted March 24, 2008 Report Share Posted March 24, 2008 If you find that sweet load your gun likes...50 yards is "possible" with 3 1/2" loads and a good choke of .675-.690 But at 40 yards and under, every time...your smokin' that Tom with those sweet loads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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