.410 for turkey?

[HikerHunter]

I grew up shooting lots of ducks with that gun but in 20 gauge with modified choke. My son shot his first two turkeys with it as well. His second turkey was 42 yards, lights out. He was shooting TSS though since the choke was more open.

[HikerHunter]

I would suggest you make real sure she can lower the hammer safely if she doesn’t take a shot. All three of my kids grew up shooting that exact gun. Small cold fingers need lots of cock and un cock practice. Safety is more important than anything else.

I agree with this because the hammer has a stiff spring when cocking. But note that you can open the action before uncocking with an unfired shell.

[Wetwoodshunter]

You all have provided some great advice. I am going to keep his shot under 30 yard and use a rest.  Our blind is going to be set up 50 yards from my back door so no issues if it takes a few mornings.

I had not thought about the hammer and uncocking the gun. We are going to practice that.

[buglebuster]

The .410 with #9 TSS absolutely hammers turkeys. We have killed over 20 with the setup and it crumbles them. I shot one at 50 yards. Is recommended looking for a tss choke for it