Shotgun Barrel length, when does it matter?

My discussion on the importance of shotgun barrel length.
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[@andrewhurd3962]

This answers all my questions and scratches my nerdy itch

[@BodiDelgrosse]

Good video helped up a lot.

[@Tryagainson]

This is the type of guy to go on a date and only talk about himself. Simple question with the longest (kind of) answer

[@caryll7077]

When you don't know the limitations of your shotgun

[@PrasadVenuturumilli]

How to not answer a simple question

[@jarrodsimmons5349]

I just ordered a waterfowl shotgun at 26". I've always shot that length because I like how it swings but now I read that a 28" would of been better choice for some advantages. Should I change my order to a 28"?

[@murphslaw1276]

So much of shotgun choices come down to patterning of the load. Taking a quick stab, my reaction would be to stick with the 26 and pattern/shoot it for awhile. If your unable to get the pattern or hits you want with a given load you are really dead set on then you can adjust from there. Different choke tubes and after market accessories or options will help address some issues as well.

[@Gieszkanne]

26 is an already long barrel I couldnt believe that 2 inches more make such a difference if any. velocity wise there is none.

[@A.Chp-Schweppes]

Most hunting shotguns feature a 28" barrel, I personally slightly prefer a 26" one, 'cause I find it a little less cumbersome and with the same efficiency. As a matter of fact it's up to you there's no big difference as long as you d'ont take a home defense barrel lentgh '18 or 20" with which you won't be able to take long waterfowl shots

[@BrotherGabe777]

So you're saying I can waterfowl hunt successfully with and 18.5 in. barrel? Prove it please. It would be a great video and help me purchase my next shotgun. Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical 18.5 in. Or 940 JM PRO Camo 24in. I've never watched a KZbin video for answers just to be left with more confliction and questions.

[@murphslaw1276]

In this case I think your decision is less about length and more about features and such. I’ve hunted with tactical shotguns before and while capable, things like dowel rod that doubles as a walking stick are some stuff to take into account.

[@johnstockton8138]

Longer barrels achieve a tighter spread at longer distances than shorter barrels.

[@m.loughlin1915]

Only up to about 20 yards. After that, little, if any difference

[@m.loughlin1915]

Nope. Sorry. Nope.

[@Thesolutionnow]

Practical bro, show something on the target.. nice drinking

[@urgonnaluvthis]

I know.... Microphone on the shoulder.... shirt unbuttoned to navel.... and wants us to notice he's drinking.... #douchbag! LOL

[@Thesolutionnow]

@@urgonnaluvthis LOL

[@autodidacticartisan]

@@Thesolutionnow I think you guys are being a little rough on him.

[@BodiDelgrosse]

Despite that it was actually some really helpful information

[@m.loughlin1915]

Interesting to watch, but all 3 of my 870s have 28" fixed Modified choke. Two 12ga and a 20ga.............which I use for everything.....Skeet, Trap Doubles, Pheasants, Ducks, Geese, and defense. If before I leave this earthly realm I finally get around to Turkeys, I'll dust off my 30" fixed Full barrel which, BTW, hasn't been fired through since about 1995! I bust a lot of clays and bring home the meat, so Modified works. Life on Planet Earth ain't complicated. If it works, don't fix it.