.410 shotguns

[Hammer]

to clarify, I have no problem with a shotgun, my comment was directed toward a .410 for slug hunting. That's what I don't understand using. Hope u kill a big one. GL.

[Guest Author]

I would like to know what you are basing the comment about a muzzle loader not being reliable. I have hunted with one for 15 yrs and have used every kind from the old ball and cap to the new in-line. First a muzzle loader ,thanks to the new bullets and powders available today, can be very accurate out to and beyond 150 yards. I would hate to have the buck of a life time standing at "100" yards and all I have in my hands is a 410. with a slug.I Think a pocket full of rocks would be just as good for that............Give the old smoke pole a chance if you have never tried one. YOU will be surprised have they have continued to improve over the last few years...

[Hammer]

umm, I think u replied to the wrong person. I agree with what u said, it's matt that doesn't like them.

[Guest Author]

I have watched many and shot a few, and have seen missfires both ways. I realize that they are very accurate under the circumstances, but I guess I should clarify one detail. I have NEVER had a 100 yd. shot. They just do not exist anywhere I have ever hunted. If you know how to judge distance, and compensate, a shotgun is great even to 100 yds. The .410 is lighter and easier for some people to handle. This is the weapon I was going to let my sister use for her deer hunting endevor(She is about 100 lbs. soaking wet.) I don't really dislike the muzzleloader, but for me, I just can't see the need for one. Maybe I will one day, but right now, the hassle outways the benefits. You must realize I hunt the hills of Indiana in the southern part of the state and I go right in the thick stuff. Like I said, last year I took my first shot and missed because the slug hit a branch I did not see. I jacked a shell and there ya go. Also, this is just my opinion. Good Luck and I hope you get a trophy too, post and let us know what ya get.

Matt

[Guest Author]

WHAT TYPE 410 DO YOU USE..