Upland Hunting Doesn't Give You Much Time
Upland hunting is much different than most hunting experiences. You are not sitting stationary. You are moving through the terrain on full alert. A pheasant, grouse, or quail can flush in an instant and be gone just as fast. They don’t leave you much time to think about distance, leading the target, or if your equipment is going to perform. The confidence you need comes from knowing your shotgun and choke are giving you a predictable pattern that gets the job done. Something to keep in mind is the faster the bird, the more crucial consistency becomes.
No Time for Guesswork When the Bird Flushes
Upland hunting is all about split-second decision making. The list of things you have to accomplish between the time the bird flushes until you pull the trigger is astonishing. Identifying the bird, shouldering the gun, establishing the lead, and swinging through the target is a long list of reflexes. We can’t control how the bird flushes or where it flies but we can control the equipment we use. Any variable we can remove will help us in the limited time we have to make a good shot. A reliable choke/pattern combo helps eliminate another variable. This is where patterning your shotgun before the season is so crucial.
Confidence Starts on the Patterning Board
You can’t just assume the factory choke that comes with your shotgun is going to perform how you need it to perform. Every gun/choke/shell combo will perform differently. Patternmanster chokes are designed for every type of situation or species. We also recommend pattern testing and matching the right choke tube with your shotgun for the intended use. Confidence means knowing your effective range and knowing what your pattern looks like at various distances.
Built for the Upland Shot
The Code Black chokes tubes from Patternmaster are built for the upland hunting experience. These choke tubes are designed to allow accurate shots out to forty yards. Patternmaster’s Stud Ring technology allows for a shorter shot string. This ensure more pellets hit the target at the same time. With the Code Black choke tubes, you will get more consistent patterns so you won’t be throwing pellets out on long shots in hopes they hit their mark. Now you can take those clean, ethical shots downrange with confidence. Patternmaster’s choke tubes are made from hardened stainless steel and are compatible with all major shotgun manufacturers.
Match Your Setup to How You Hunt
Upland hunting can be different everywhere. Situations differ almost with every outing. Thick bottoms, open pastures, and hedgerows all have their challenges. Species like grouse and woodcocks might require fast shooting at a close distance, while a pheasant may allow ample time over a long distance. You need your equipment to match the situation you are in. Your shotgun, choke, ammo, and expected shooting distance should all be working together towards your desired outcome. If you want to shoot fast moving objects that are 45 yards away, you need the right equipment combo. Pattern your shotgun so you know what you are putting out there. Don’t be the guy who uses what someone else uses and never tests it out first. Have confidence in what you use.
The Best Confidence Comes From Repetition
Equipment combos are only part of the shooting equation. A large part of success comes from practicing. Not just shooting, but practicing mounting the gun, swinging through the target, and maintaining a balanced stance. Practice real upland hunting shooting situations. A good shooting pouch like Patternmaster’s Shell Pouch and Belt is perfect for time practicing on the range. Get to know your gun well by shooting it frequently and knowing the pattern it is producing. Confidence comes from preparation. Your shotgun and choke tube combo is crucial for success. Patternmaster’s choke tube series are proven to perform and are reliable for when the moment counts.
Conclusion
Upland hunting will always offer challenges and surprises. Birds never seem to do what you expect and the weather alters cover and conditions. Don't let your equipment be a variable that could fail. Be confident with your upland hunting shotgun/choke combo. Chokes by Patternmaster are made for success. When that bird flushes you don't want to be guessing. Have confidence that your pattern is going to do the job.
