Thread: Ideal shotgun barrel length

X2 on the ATA. Recommended to me by the guys at shooters supplies for my son.
Barrel length is critical but it all depends on what you need.
If you are shooting fast moving things at close range then you can get away with and also benefit from a shorter barrel. The acceleration you get from trying to get onto target will assist in getting the right lead if required.
Think of skeet guns.
Not 18 though. 24ish although a semi is longer than an u/o with the same barrel length.
If you are shooting at things further out then a little barrel length is very helpful to keep the barrel swinging. You don't want to stop as you shoot.
26-28 are my picks
Ultimately though it comes down to fit.
If it doesnt fit you right and doesnt pattern where you want it, it wont matter how cheap or expensive it is. You wont hit shit all.
You would benefit going to a gun club and some how try out different models.