Carlson's Choke Tube

For the past 36 years, Carlson's Choke Tubes has been able to grow and improve their line of choke tubes. This has been achieved through extensive patterning of tens of thousands of shotgun shells, utilizing a wide range of shotgun makes and models. By examining patterns and making adjustments to the parallel section, finish, and diameters, Carlson's is able to provide an affordable product that performs as expected in the field and at the range.

Aftermarket choke tubes offer several advantages over factory-supplied choke tubes. By using a stronger, more corrosion-resistant 17-4 PH stainless steel material, aftermarket choke tubes provide consumers with more options and the ability to produce tighter, denser patterns with greater long-range effectiveness. Another key difference is the parallel section length - aftermarket extended choke tubes typically offer a longer parallel section compared to factory choke tubes.

What sets Carlson's Choke Tubes apart is their dedication to quality and performance. Every Carlson's choke tube is proudly made in the United States, using the finest materials available. Their decades of patterning experience, combined with the use of an Electronic Patterning Board, allows them to gather precise data and design accurate, high-performing choke tubes.

Patterning your shotgun is crucial, as the combination of gun, choke, and ammunition can produce varying results. When patterning, a 30-inch target area at 40 yards is a widely accepted industry standard. It's important to maintain a stable shooting stance or rest to ensure accurate data collection. The point of impact (POI) of the shotgun can be affected by various factors, including the gun, shooter, choke, and load.

As a general guideline, 12-gauge and 20-gauge choke constrictions follow a specific pattern: Skeet choke with steel shot will produce an Improved Cylinder (IC) pattern, IC choke with steel will produce a Modified pattern, and Modified choke with steel will produce a Full pattern. It's important to note that lead loads tend to pattern more open than steel loads in the same choke constriction, and steel loads shot through lead chokes will produce tighter patterns.

Carlson's Choke Tubes are backed by a lifetime warranty, allowing you to focus on your shooting and hunting pursuits with confidence. Their products are CNC-milled from solid 17-4 stainless steel bars, ensuring optimal performance and durability.

In addition to their extensive line of choke tubes, Carlson's offers specialized products like their TSS (Tungsten Super Shot) Turkey Compatible choke tubes. These are designed to work seamlessly with Federal Premium's Heavyweight TSS Turkey Loads, providing unparalleled pellet density and long-range effectiveness for turkey hunters.

Carlson's Choke Tubes' commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction is evident in their 30-plus years of patterning data and industry-leading manufacturing standards. Whether you're a clay shooter, waterfowl hunter, or turkey enthusiast, Carlson's has the choke tubes to help you achieve your goals.

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