Screw In Choke Question
Does this look right? Shouldn't it be turned down flush or just below? With a plastic hook I can feel a "void" at the back of the choke tube. Would this void have caused a hangup and a bulged barrel about an inch behind the choke? Mossberg 20ga 2-3/4" #4 steel shot. TIA for any input.
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It 'should be' just flush. I'd remove it and do a good cleaning of the threads.
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I think there is a special grease for choke tubes. Good idea to use a dab of that after cleaning the threads. Even the old Cutts tubes were reluctant to come out. (Don't ask me how I know!)
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100% not right- Yes it would create issues. Should be just dirt IN THE THREADS but wouldn't shoot it like that- YMMV.
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Thanks guys. The barrel is bulged about 2-1/2" from the muzzle, so I'll check the auction side for a barrel.
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Horse Plains Drifter: 29378278872603/comments/29378250306331
Thanks guys. The barrel is bulged about 2-1/2" from the muzzle, so I'll check the auction side for a barrel.
Good move. I would not use the barrel any more. How long is the barrel? Can it be cut down and still legal length?
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Yep, it can be cut back as it's 26" long
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Horse Plains Drifter: 29378278872603/comments/29378245516571
Yep, it can be cut back as it's 26" long
thats what id do. 20 ga with short barrel, excellent home defense, IMO
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That barrel has been pounded on because the choke was stuck.
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Don't shoot it. Look for a replacement and make sure any choke tubes used are rated for steel shot if that's what you're using.
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Looks like the barrel has been cut and threaded for a choke. The end of the rib should be flush. IMO
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