Originally Posted By: treblig1958
Great gauge when you're close to home, but don't leave home with it.



16 gauge shooters learned some time ago that once you step out into the cold cruel world you become self sufficient as far as ammunition goes. That is why I usually pack four boxes of shells with various shot size and charge to cover all contingencies for a one day hunt. I may forget one of my guns, my rain gear, or my dog whistle (couldn't forget my dog because he always beats me to the Landcuiser)but never my ammunition. If you are really paranoid about running out of ammuntion just invest in a couple of 20 gauge chamber mates. Remember P poor planning leads to P poor performance. On the plus side shooting a 16 gauge really keeps your hunting buddies from bumming your ammunition.