Which of the following chokes is the tightest?

The tightest choke is the full choke, which significantly constricts the shot as it exits the barrel. This constriction creates a denser shot pattern over longer distances, making it particularly effective for shooting at smaller targets, such as ducks or upland birds, that are further away. The design of the full choke allows for improved accuracy and precision when aiming at distant game, ensuring that the shot remains more tightly grouped compared to other chokes.

In contrast, other chokes like the modified and improved cylinder offer less constriction, resulting in a wider spread of shot. This can be advantageous for hitting larger targets at shorter ranges or when a wider pattern is needed, but it does not provide the same level of tightness and focus as a full choke. Open chokes, being the least constrictive, exemplify this difference even further, allowing for the widest shot spread, which may be beneficial for shooting moving targets at close range but lacks the precision required for longer shots.