Well, from the other side of the camp, I like the option of some choke. I hunted with a 16 ga. CYL/CYL percussion double muzzleloader for some time, and still have it, shooting doves and quail. I ALWAYS wished I had some choke.
i experimented with loadings to attempt to extend my range, mostly unsuccessfully.
Out to 25 yards CYL is fine. Much more, and I want the density that some choke provides. I have always suspected that those who extol CYL as wonderful for gamebirds might need some shooting lessons for longer shots. JMMOMV.
Edited to add: The above statement is meant for larger bore guns like 12s. The smaller the bore and payload the more choke I want, to maintain density in the pattern.
Last edited by Stanton Hillis; 02/14/26 08:07 AM.