[jkring]

I have a 1978 Browning BPS with an Improved Cylinder Choke ("**-" marking on barrel). I am wondering if it is OK to use steel shot with this gun and whether it will cause "ringe bulge" as mentioned in this FAQ:

>> Can I shoot steel shot in my Browning shotgun?

Does anyone have experience or knowledge in this area?

Thanks,

 

[cleboje]

Should be OK...I used to shoot steel loads out of my 1979 BPS with fixed modified choke...no ring bulge...no problems.

 

[shotgunnut]

I don't think you would have a problem, especially if you stay away from the real big shot sizes, BBB, T, and F. I've shot lots of BB and smaller steel through an old high standard pump gun and had no problem, and it had a full choke. This was the gun I owned when steel shot was first mandated, and I couldn't afford another, so it was use it or stay home.

At 18 years old I just wasn't the stayin at home kind.

Best regards,

Jeff