OK, so another turkey brining question!

Thanks morethan that goes along with my feelings, but did wonder about a soaking in water or stock with a few other bits!

My theory is that it might absorb some of the water, which could make it moister.

Oh phoenix that a hard question. My gut tell me it’s best not to brine a ready basted turkey. Would it affect the butter. You wouldn’t want a rancid bird. I’ve only ever used an un basted turkey. I hope someone will come along with a more definitive answer.