In the 1990s, 12 gauges chambered for 3.5-inch shotshells were standard issue for most duck hunters. The reason for the surge in popularity of 3.5-inch guns, like the Benelli Super Black Eagle (the ...

In the late 19th and into the 20th century, the 10-gauge was in widespread use as an all-purpose shotgun for hunting ducks, upland birds, and small game, much as the 12-gauge is today. It had a 2 ...

Editor’s note: As hunters and anglers, we don’t agree on everything. We’ve even been known to argue on occasion. That’s why this week is all about figuring out who’s right and who’s just plain wrong.