.22 Caliber Shotgun Questions

[Legionnaire]

I'm looking at the Savage MK I-GSB smooth bore .22 as a possible antidote for barn pigeons. Anybody have experience with this gun? Comments?

Also, can anyone recommend an on-line source that stocks .22 caliber shot shells?

 

[JB in SC]

Should be adequate, but Marlin has a smoothbore in .22 mag that may be more effective. My experience is that you must be very close.

 

[PreserveFreedom]

I'll second that. With a 22 cal shotshell, you have to be very close. You can buy CCI shotshells at http://www.cheaperthandirt.com

 

[Legionnaire]

Can you further specify "very close?" Inside 10 yards? Inside 5 yards? And do you have a model number for the Marlin? Thanks!

 

[Seronac]

* Marlin Model 25 MG "Garden Gun"

I would think that "very close" would mean "inside 5 yards" -- maybe 5 feet!

 

[johnwill]

I've heard that the .22 Mag Marlin is pretty good up to 15-20 yards on small pests. I've looked at those several times, looks like a handy gun to have around at times. I'd use it on the crows that are all around me!

 

[JB in SC]

Since the .22 Mag shotshell is loaded with No. 11 shot, I would think 25 feet would be about maximum. I've used the .22 LR versions on rats, mice, and chipmunks at 15 feet.