I Know It Was Always A Niche Chambering…

… but the 16 gauge has always appealed to me, particularly in a double gun. 12 gauges often seem too bulky, and the 20 gauge often seems light and whippy, but the 16 is just about right.

And yes, I know the 3″ magnum 20 gauge bests it in every way, but I can’t help thinking that if some enterprising gun maker came out with a nice 3″ magnum 16 gauge, my favorite gauge might make a renaissance.

Who among you would buy, say, a Ruger Red Label or Browning Citori, or perhaps a sweet Benelli auto, in 3″ magnum 16 gauge? I know I would.

Discuss amongst yourselves…