Shoot More Dove - How to Lead Dove

[@OntheChase]

“How do you lead dove?” - one of the most asked questions with one of the most complicated answers. Duell does a great job of explaining the basics of leading birds, and as you get better you get a good “feel” for what your lead should be. Good luck this year!

[@ae9929]

Close- good effort but not taking the deceleration of the pellets from muzzle to target. That in itself is not linear which is how he is calculating this- data is out there- some shells lose about 45-53% of their velocity at 40 yards….

[@gman4785]

High or low brass has absolutely no bearing on what load is inside a shell.

[@Dan_Akins]

It is simply speed and weight of shot, with respect to the shot size. I think his point was high brass shells have a higher Velocity (typically). On another note, I want to buy a shot cam for a point of reference.

[@veteranironoutdoors8320]

While you are correct, manufacturers still use the high/low brass system to differentiate faster/heavier loads from lighter/slower loads.

[@MADTUBE-58]

I haven’t done the homework myself but coming from rifle bullet reloading experience EVERYTHING has some influence on the way the projectiles perform. Obviously rifles are a lot more of a precision tool than a shotgun is but I’d guess high brass does create higher chamber pressure.

[@kwill1911]

@@MADTUBE-58 It does not. The brass is not even necessary.

[@TheJapagu]

I don’t think that was the point of the video.

[@zygotepeyote]

I know he means well but this is an absolute bogus explanation of how to kill dove. The numbers are wildly different for every shot you will take in the field. No two shots are the same. I would say use the same shells you practice with when you hunt and be an instinctual shooter. The less you think about about the shot and just point your gun the better off you will be in my opinion. I did say point and do not aim. See what works best for you whether it be swing through, constant lead or pull away to achieve success. Nothing takes the place of repetition so get out and practice to stay sharp! Just my two cents! Thanks for posting and good luck this season!

[@blindsey8234]

This is what is called foundation and base knowledge. Good math is hard to refute- but what works on paper and in the field are widely different. It isn't necessarily bogus because he's presenting numbers on a white board that but it isn't perfect in reality... I think he knows that and tried to convey it. Practice and experience are what work in the field. For me, this video tells me I need to lead more, I missed 5 yesterday at about 50 yards. im gonna give it a chance to see if it is close to being right.

[@OntheChase]

@blindsey8234 absolutely. There are so many variables it’s impossible to explain it all. Most of it is just experience and getting out there enough

[@zygotepeyote]

@@OntheChase I apologize if this came across as negative or hateful. It is great information to add to time with your gun in the field. Again, sorry if it came across in a negative way. That was never my intent. Take Care!

[@A.Chp-Schweppes]

I've found this video very interesting, even though it can't be absolutely complete on such a topic, it has the merit of being food for thought, very few people, myself included, realizes the necessary lead in different scenarios. This video and the math help us stick this long lead in mind.

[@whitswanson8289]

He is being very scientific so yea but what you’re saying is good and I agree.

[@BoothCyril]

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