Here in northern Nevada, bird hunting with dogs usually means Chukar and, occasionally, a Hun. I have heard people say that it’s impossible to hunt Chukar successfully without a dog, and I’m here to tell you that is not true. I have been passionately hunting Chukar without the aid of K-9 companionship for years, and I have a few tips if you want to give it a try.
Let’s talk about shotguns. I’m a gunsmith and a certified gun nut, and I have hunted Chukar with every combination of shotgun and cartridge there is, so trust me when I say whatever you have, it will get the job done. Upland game doesn’t require a shell limit like migratory birds, so most people prefer having a semi-auto that can hold as many shells as possible. The Benelli Montafeltro is a popular choice, along with all of the Benelli clones available.
