I really don't think the 16's popularity or lack thereof has that much to do with the cost of ammo and its [minor] role in high volume target shooting, but rather its overall subjective handling qualities/between the hands feel, and use in the field. That's where it really shines and earns its devotees. Also, 28ga ammo is more expensive than 16, yet no one doubts its popularity. There seems to be a somewhat dismissive bias against the 16 by some that I find perplexing.

Last edited by Mark Larson; 06/30/12 08:45 AM.
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