0000036326 00000 n Many variables are considered when choosing the proper shotgun shell load for a waterfowl hunt. 2 shot, 156 pellets, 1500 fps*, 1-3/8 oz. Generally the shorter the shell, the less recoil. We supply Steel Shot blast media in all standard sizes for use in wheel blast and pressure blast systems for stripping, cleaning,deburring, finishing and metal surface-improvement. 0000488190 00000 n 0000093625 00000 n To show the pellet count for 28gram take the number of pellets in 1oz and divide by 28.35, then multiply by 28. 611 611 611 611 611 611 611 549 611 611 611 611 611 556 611 556 Other Our Tungsten Matrix pellets cut right through wind with minimal susceptibility to wind drift. 0000094209 00000 n New Arrivals Custom Knives Its density of 9.6 g/cc (compared to steels 7.8 g/cc) allows it to retain energy in flight over longer distances, and its soft as lead providing greater malleability, which is important in delivering impact energy into a bird. With a density or mass of 7.8 grams per cubic centimeter (g/cc), its the baseline of waterfowling shot materials. Change one, and the others will have to change accordingly. 722 722 778 778 778 778 778 584 778 722 722 722 722 667 667 611 There are three main types of shotguns that are used in hunting. /Length 1028 556 556 333 500 278 556 500 722 500 500 500 334 260 334 584 750 17 0 obj Rifles No. 0000043676 00000 n Ability to use smaller shot means more pellets in the air per shot and greater pattern density, and with a softness equal to that of lead, Tungsten Matrix shotshells can be used in fixed-choke firearms and with chokes ranging from full to improved cylinder. However, A shotshell box top should tell you everything you need to know about the ammo inside. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. To do that, you dont want to sacrifice speed. First introduced in 1997, this Kent Cartridge legacy product is still the only approved non-toxic shot that matches the physical and ballistic properties of lead. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 750 750 endobj Weather impacts waterfowlers in a number of ways, wind drift is just one of them. _x]FDBbamV`e*$vwRwRU)OV`FQZ+ i@|=v:TFzAZ7V/a=Dd$]6HDlOO\n8MDZ)FHL:Vh2Gs7 /MediaBox [ 0 0 792 612 ] You will be doing this all in your head in no time if its new to you. At 60 yards, steel shot not only yields >> of No. hK(Qk3'aQdaH3Fx,L!%. 0000078115 00000 n BB shot is .18 inches. Therefore, whats known as non-toxic shot is federally mandated for all waterfowl hunting. startxref 556 556 556 556 556 556 556 549 611 556 556 556 556 500 556 500 278 333 556 556 556 556 280 556 333 737 370 556 584 333 737 552 . 0000042401 00000 n 0000412174 00000 n But as distance increases and the shot spreads, the difference may become apparent because the Bismuth pattern will have 28% more pellets in it. for no. It long served as the standard unit of measurement for blackpowder. You can calculate the diameter of shot sizes by subtracting the shot-size number from 17 and then divide that by 100. endobj carefully studying this chart, you can compare the retained energy Hence, 17-8 = 9, or .09. 556 750 278 556 500 1000 556 556 333 1000 667 333 1000 750 611 750 For more information, visit https://kentcartridge.com or drop by a Kent Cartridge retailer near you. Home, Hallowell & Co., Inc. PO Box 1445. 0000059851 00000 n %%EOF 4 shot sizes for ducks. A semi-automatic shotgun built on the inertia system. 0000053541 00000 n For illustration purposes, well consider 12-gauge, 3-inch shells with different payload configurations. Impact energy, density and speed are dependent on one another. #8, #7 : Doves, quail, pigeons, woodcock, small shoreline birds such as rail and snipe: #7 : Hungarian partridge, spruce grouse, blue grouse, and short-range upland birds, such as ruffed grouse and woodcock. Shot sizes can cause much confusion; there are English sizes, Italian sizes, Spanish sizes and American sizes. For upland birds and small furred game, most hunters regard lead as the go-to material for shot. Go To The size of each pellet, however, is smaller with load (E) so the size of the waterfowl youre hunting could be a factor in your choice. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Here are two loads to compare. Thats nearly twice the amount of pellets in the No. Loaded in small handfuls into a shotgun, either directly through the capitalize on them and improve your shooting results. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. USA Tel: 406 222-4770 Fax: 406 222-4792 Kent Cartridges 12-gauge, 1-1/4 oz., No.6 TealSteel load contains 394 Precision Steel pellets. 278 333 556 556 556 556 260 556 333 737 370 556 584 333 737 552 750 278 278 500 500 350 556 1000 333 1000 556 333 944 750 500 667 0000017157 00000 n /Length 209 This content is brought to you by Kent Cartridge as part of a Sponsored Content Program. 424 0 obj <>stream Time) Our inventory is constantly changing. 0000139338 00000 n 0000014080 00000 n In finishing operations, it produces smooth & polished finishes. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. 0000098731 00000 n 0000344243 00000 n Because steel shot is less dense than high-density shot, high winds can blow it off target and disperse patterns somewhat at longer ranges. Once popular for deer hunting in the United States, buckshot has been almost completely eclipsed by single-projectile loads called slugs. If youre the inquisitive sort, you may have some questions Whitetail hunting strategies for the next generation. The added speed exposes the pellets to wind for a shorter time and pushes them through to the target. 0000005017 00000 n Guns 0000088851 00000 n for purchase. Such a situation requires the pellets you put downrange to maintain as much of their knockdown power as possible. >> Gallery, Firearms Definitions, Abbreviations & Opinions 0000099821 00000 n 556 556 556 556 556 556 556 556 556 556 333 333 584 584 584 611 shell. Far more ducks are taken with steel shot every year than all other forms of non-toxic shot combined. retained energy at desired yardages are maintained. stream Magazine Articles 333 556 611 556 611 556 333 611 611 278 278 556 278 889 611 611 well. SHOT STRING 0000003450 00000 n 2 shot, 140 pellets, 1560 fps*, 1-1/4 oz. 0000411639 00000 n << 0000111490 00000 n 0000086021 00000 n 667 778 722 667 611 722 667 944 667 667 611 278 278 278 469 556 << Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. Hunters who are sensitive to recoil may want to stick to 2-3/4" shells, which typically kick less than 3" and 3-1/2" shells. A 12-gauge, 3-inch shell with a 1-3/8-oz. %PDF-1.3 Please bookmark this site and return Please click on any of the links below to see what we actually do have available While not generally used for small game, buckshot warrants a quick mention since were on the topic of shot size. /ProcSet [/PDF /Text /ImageB /ImageC] >> So whats the hunter to do? muzzle or more commonly at the breech via <<1F550797B0DD4343965170C5C00B57CF>]/Prev 1501986>> Combination Guns, Winchester /Length 1133 This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. 0000036462 00000 n We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. x8y Neat Stuff, Who We Are Gauge, shell length and recoil Kent Cartridge offers several waterfowl loads in 12- and 20-gauge that are highly effective on waterfowl and deliver an optimal balance between velocity, payload and recoil management. 0000376246 00000 n It remains a benchmark in innovation with its optimal blend of density, softness and shape uniformity. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. A new hunter walking into the store can be overwhelmed with the obscene amount of options on the shelf for shotgun shells. 0000499929 00000 n /CreationDate (D:20120722021725-07'00') /F16 10 0 R 0000002816 00000 n 0000139377 00000 n The purpose of this guide is to assist you in understanding the optimal balance between shot size, shot type, payload and velocity in regards to the species of waterfowl youll be hunting, the hunts location, site setup and type of shotgun you intend to use. At a range of 30 yards, the denser pattern provided by Bismuth could be a factor in your hunting success. 0000105624 00000 n Now consider a different hunting situation. 0000085713 00000 n Other Handguns Antique 9 lead580/28.35 = 20.49, 20.49 x 28 = 572.84 pellets in 28gram. P :(203) 874-6500 (800) 262-7763 400 549 333 333 333 576 537 278 333 333 365 556 834 834 834 611 Sign in to access your profile, save content and more. ENERGY Put in more pellets and you have less room for powder. COMPARISON:STEEL VS. LEADThe chart to the right shows the comparisons 0000042107 00000 n By clicking Accept, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. %PDF-1.5 % Our innovative products include Walnut Shell Media, Plastic Blast Media, Corn Cob, Apricot Grit, Almond Meal, Cryogenic Deflashing Media, Aluminum Oxide and Tagua. These three shotguns are the autoloader, the pump-action, and the break-open shotguns. Thats why they work tirelessly to develop and refine our products to ensure we have just the right load for any waterfowling application. By 2, No. Store Photos Lets crunch some numbers using real world shotgun shells and hunting applications. diameter. endobj through a sieve over a tall column of water, then graded for size by passing Bismuths greater density also allows it to be less vulnerable to wind drift, enhancing accuracy. #6, #4: Long range pheasant, long-range chukar. Its widely understood that the larger the species of duck or goose, the larger the shot size recommended for hunting success. 14 0 obj 0000344282 00000 n energy (the energy values at specific yardages) Single Shot Rifles which when fired throw a cloud of pellets for more effective results hitting a 0000484038 00000 n 0000085448 00000 n These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. And because teal are typically shot at close to medium ranges, our TealSteel offers an affordable, highly effective way to bag your limit. Have no fear. Email: 0000081845 00000 n This can cause lead poisoning. Load (A) lwith a muzzle velocity of 1560 fps delivers the payload to a bird 40 yards away with its pellets having the same terminal energy that load (C) does at 30 yards with a muzzle velocity of 1300 fps. On the state level, lead restrictions sometimes apply for other forms of hunting as well, so pay careful attention to your states hunting regulations. Here is an in-depth look at the hunting shotguns pros and cons. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. endstream endobj 335 0 obj <>/Metadata 7 0 R/Pages 332 0 R/StructTreeRoot 11 0 R/Type/Catalog/ViewerPreferences 361 0 R>> endobj 336 0 obj <>/MediaBox[0 0 792 612]/Parent 332 0 R/Resources<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI]>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 337 0 obj <>stream page. That is, a modern shotgun shell listed as having 3 drams of powder actually has a load of propellant equivalent in energy to 3 drams of black powder. Its a balancing act requiring extensive research and testing of the kind our engineers at Kent Cartridge excel at. /F15 7 0 R 0000082867 00000 n 0000093881 00000 n Its heavy and soft, so it retains energy well and flattens on impact. /Resources << The Weatherby Element Synthetic is an inertia driven shotgun, that is tough enough to endure whatever you throw at it. The increased density of this shot compared to steel means hunters can choose shot two sizes smaller than they would use with steel while still maintaining per-pellet energy. European Shotguns It drops game very efficiently. Theres only so much room for shot and powder in a shotgun shell. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. >> 278 333 474 556 556 889 722 238 333 333 389 584 278 333 278 278 Most other tungsten-based shot on the market mixes nickel and iron with tungsten to attain the desired density. /Parent 4 0 R American Shotguns New Guns and Gear for 2022: Waterfowling Essentials, 1-1/8 oz. Weve provided a chart showing pellet counts and shot size to help you find the load best suited to your hunting needs. 0000174649 00000 n endobj factors which you must account for in order to maximize your shooting English Shotguns /Filter /FlateDecode 0000247010 00000 n 0000483496 00000 n But with many new hunters experiencing their first waterfowl hunt this year, its worth reviewing that the smaller the number on the shotgun shell box, the larger each individual pellet is. Steel shot is also harder than the metals some chokes and barrels are made of, which is why its advisable to use only choke and barrel combinations approved for use with steel shot when shooting it. We do not necessarily offer the items described above for sale. 0000033985 00000 n eK-F8bPq/\'CeY)3G*5lXQNe0:( 0`pFIT4*_~.bp7^NFb9e_on({H higher pattern percentages, but more actual pellets on target as The pellet counts are calculated for 1 ounce not 28gram. 5 or No. 0000375580 00000 n 4 Bismuth will do the job. 0000112778 00000 n 722 722 778 778 778 778 778 584 778 722 722 722 722 667 667 611 0000014625 00000 n -lDaD( Nh&zA8K(p>^ &QAJ4 *X;AXJyQP$ The result is uniform patterns downrange. the steel shot is larger, there are less pellets in each load of No. /F15 7 0 R 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 How to Order morris@hallowellco.com. 8 0 obj deformed upon firing, develops a relatively long, large-diameter endstream Steel Shot strengthensmetal surfaces in peening applications. Fasteel 2.0 Timber Promo from Kent Cartridge on Vimeo. Load (A) above would be a good choice. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. E.g. 0000447605 00000 n 0000047027 00000 n 0000042789 00000 n This can be compensated for by using larger shot sizes than are used with other kinds of shot. "5E$$OI"5KxOw)M]ey_;DoYEUm jlS*Ld*hTLh,N[kK$Nt5$ Its a situation where long shots (30-40 yards) will be unlikely. (6XiVbr,h46r3\$isP;uxV\?:>{avL/Ke0Y,LFR3r I@eRuFRbz+@Ri-ALR[P=]s +DH=u:`r\rs\4iqXhI-!57$$$\CK~rMI. 0000448103 00000 n >> However, lead shot is illegal for hunting waterfowl, and for good reason. 0000054125 00000 n Copyright 2022 Composition Materials Co. The easy-to-understand charts and /Parent 4 0 R that by using a larger steel shot size, comparable velocity and Delivers larger, more forgiving patterns at close range, while still providing deadly penetration at long distance. 0000110856 00000 n 2 steel shot, No. s'7zM+VnrabmYHy+|7o} e Xxzrv ]{ V P.X 556 750 222 556 333 1000 556 556 333 1000 667 333 1000 750 611 750 pellet).The chart compares velocity three feet from the endobj Kent Cartridges Precision Steel loads use shot pellets that are precision ground to near-perfect uniformity in size and roundness. Ducks Unlimited editorial staff played no role in the creation of this content. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. shot being two shot sizes larger than the lead shot, note that since The key differences relate to: Shot size and the number The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". steel shot is both harder and lighter than lead shot, two important /Filter /FlateDecode graphs that follow will help explain these differences so you can Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. Hunting can be excellent on foggy, drizzly days when birds are flying low, but that moisture needs to be cleaned off your gun, ammo and other gear quickly after the hunt to prevent rust and corrosion. 0000316395 00000 n with steel shot so you can get used to its compact, hard-hitting 0000077562 00000 n ] 4 shot pellets. 2 0 obj 0000026456 00000 n "sweet spot" before hunting season. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. 0000077925 00000 n 2 shot, 172 pellets, 1300 fps*. Heres a chart of buckshot sizes; note that the smallest, #4 Buck, is .01 larger than FF. A general purpose small-game hunting load will have a muzzle velocity of around 1200 to 1300 feet per second, while a waterfowl load for long-range shooting will have a muzzle velocity in the range of 1550 to 1700 feet per second.

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