That makes sense, Gary. I hadn't given it much thought but was thinking the longer barrel might hold tighter patterns. Come to think of it I never patterned the 6" Ruger BH I used to shoot a lot of snakes with. I was really pleased how the pattern held together around the capsule.
I keep the 60 loaded w/2 shot shells followed by 158 gr SWC's. Have had quite a number of close calls in close cover and the snakes are usually not holding still enough (or I'm not 
) to trust my shooting w/slugs. Likr the confidence the shot gives me of anchoring the snake w/first shot, then, if necessary he'll be holding a bit steadier for follow up (as will I).
