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The same reason rifles come in different sizes. Smaller gauges generally have less recoil, throw a smaller pattern, and some people just prefer different sizes.

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What is the difference in gauges of shotguns?

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What are gauges on shotguns?

guage refers to the size of the shell any particular shotgun will fire.


What all different gauge shotguns are there?

Conventional shotguns run from 10 gauge (very big) to a .410 (smallest). The most common are 12 and 20 gauges, a little less common are the 16 gauge and .410 (.410 = 67 gauge). Some of the less common gauges are 32, 28, 24, and 10 gauge. There are also monster 'punt' guns usually 6 or 8 gauge mounted to a boat. The smaller the gauge number, the bigger the gun.


Did anyone make a 13 gauge shotgun?

Yes, there have been 13-gauge shotguns manufactured historically, although they are quite rare. Most shotguns are commonly found in gauges such as 12, 16, 20, and .410. The 13-gauge was produced primarily in the 19th century, but it never gained widespread popularity, leading to its decline and eventual discontinuation in favor of more standard gauges. As a result, 13-gauge shotguns are considered collectors' items today.


How many different gauges of shotguns are they?

there are 4 common types of shotgun gauges 4/10, 10, 12, and 20, there are 10 in all. 4, 8, 10, 4/10, 16, 20, 24, 28, 32, all thoe some are so uncomin that you wont find them any wear................There is also the ultra awesome 2 gauge


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A bore gauge is a tool used to measure the sizes of various holes. There are no different kinds of bore gauges, but bore gauges do come in a few different sizes.


How many gauges for nitro hunter shotguns?

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Why were the different gauges of railroads problems?

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What types of products does the company called Auto Meter manufacture?

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Did Browning make a Sweet Sixteen shotgun in any gauge other than 16?

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What are the various sizes of thickness gauges?

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