HUNTING WITH HAMMERGUNS
Why Hunt with Hammer Shotguns?
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Connection with and appreciation of the past
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Greater challenge for the shooter; fairer chase for the game
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Promotes preservation and conservation
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Availability of high-quality factory manufactured shells designed for Damascus and fluid steel classic shotguns
Matching Shells to the Gun & the Game
Upland Game
Waterfowl
Damascus/Twist Barrels
Low Pressure
Lead Shot
Low Pressure
Bismuth Shot*
*or equivalent
Fluid Steel Barrels
Standard Pressure
Lead Shot
Standard Pressure
Bismuth Shot*
*or equivalent
Safety First
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Have a professional gunsmith inspect the gun before firing!
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Only use shells that produce pressures for which the gun was designed (5,000 – 7,000 PSI for Damascus Steel, Twist Steel, and De-carbonized Steel barrels)!
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When hunting waterfowl, only use shells specifically designed for classic guns with bismuth or other non-toxic soft shot; do not fire shells with steel shot!
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Remember that the hammers are the “safety”; as soon as you begin to cock the hammers the “safety” is off and the gun can fire!
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All standard rules for the safe operation of firearms apply!