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Subscribe to our newsletters to receive regular emails with hand-picked content, gear recommendations, and special deals. 750 222 222 333 333 350 556 1000 333 1000 500 333 944 750 500 667 European Shotguns This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. As a general rule we supply our lead shot using English sizes shown in the chart below & non-toxic shot using steel shot sizes. Livingston, Montana 59047 In finishing operations, it produces smooth & polished finishes. It drops game very efficiently. 0000483535 00000 n Our picks for the week's best content and gear, For the whitetail obsessed, with Mark Kenyon, Redefining our connection to food, with Danielle Prewett, Your one-stop for everything waterfowl, with Sean Weaver, Get out on the water with the MeatEater Fishing crew, Purpose-built accessories for hunting and fishing, Quality elk, turkey, waterfowl, and deer calls. In these situations youll want to consider switching to a smaller payload, such as from load (C) above to load (A). 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. However, since the steel shot is much harder, it stays 0000053262 00000 n Heres a chart of buckshot sizes; note that the smallest, #4 Buck, is .01 larger than FF. percentage of steel pellets will be on target (within a 30" circle) << 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. 0000316356 00000 n 667 778 722 667 611 722 667 944 667 667 611 333 278 333 584 556 0000093881 00000 n 2 Fasteel 2.0 has 156 pellets that leave the barrel at 1,500 fps.
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0000086021 00000 n To a duck 10 yards away, it wont matter which you use. endobj Its widely understood that the larger the species of duck or goose, the larger the shot size recommended for hunting success. This can be compensated for by using larger shot sizes than are used with other kinds of shot. Youll be hunting in a farm field for snow geese from a layout blind near a decoy spread.
667 778 722 667 611 722 667 944 667 667 611 278 278 278 469 556 hb```b``b`e``| @aRL` H@1: CFknG i,o/`Xe;~GX0!b 722 722 778 778 778 778 778 584 778 722 722 722 722 667 667 611 0000375971 00000 n Todays waterfowl hunters have a wide range of options when it comes to selecting shotgun shells. 722 722 778 778 778 778 778 584 778 722 722 722 722 667 667 611 0000211275 00000 n Delivers larger, more forgiving patterns at close range, while still providing deadly penetration at long distance. The Weatherby Element Synthetic is an inertia driven shotgun, that is tough enough to endure whatever you throw at it. 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. energy (the energy values at specific yardages) Our innovative products include Walnut Shell Media, Plastic Blast Media, Corn Cob, Apricot Grit, Almond Meal, Cryogenic Deflashing Media, Aluminum Oxide and Tagua. Magazine Bismuths characteristics make it an outstanding choice for waterfowlers. endstream How to Order 400 549 333 333 333 576 537 278 333 333 365 556 834 834 834 611 Loaded in small handfuls into a shotgun, either directly through the This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. 556 556 556 556 556 556 556 556 556 556 333 333 584 584 584 611 0000077333 00000 n 0000098731 00000 n But perhaps the best suggestion we can offer for hunting in high winds would be to switch from steel to Bismuth or Tungsten Matrix shot. A semi-automatic shotgun built on the inertia system. _x]FDBbamV`e*$vwRwRU)OV`FQZ+ i@|=v:TFzAZ7V/a=Dd$]6HDlOO\n8MDZ)FHL:Vh2Gs7 We have many passionate waterfowlers on our staff, and they understand what discerning hunters desire and need from their ammunition. 0000082867 00000 n New Arrivals Custom Knives /F16 10 0 R To do that, you dont want to sacrifice speed. This resource covers the various kinds of Kent Cartridge shotgun shells available to waterfowlers, and explains how and where they excel. 278 333 556 556 556 556 280 556 333 737 370 556 584 333 737 552 The numbering system for shot continues up to #1 shot (.16), commonly used for ducks and geese, and then it gets weird and confusing. 611 611 389 556 333 611 556 778 556 556 500 389 280 389 584 750 Due to the manufacturing process and CIP/SAAMI regulations, steel shot is very precise in its sizing and must be within a 0.05mm tolerance. /Type /Page The payload on (E) is a little lower than (D) in terms of weight, but it delivers 28 more pellets for a denser pattern downrange with less recoil to the shooter. 0000448103 00000 n Steel shot is the go-to choice of many waterfowlers and has stood the test of time by proving its effectiveness. 0000054125 00000 n Success as a glasser begins with the ability to pick out the right places to do your glassing from.
Here are two loads to compare. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". If theres one thing we know for sure at Kent Cartridge, its that waterfowl hunting is not a one-size-fits-all activity. At 60 yards, steel shot not only yields shot being two shot sizes larger than the lead shot, note that since which when fired throw a cloud of pellets for more effective results hitting a 3 pellets of steel, Bismuth and Tungsten Matrix placed side by side will all appear to be the same size, but the steel pellet will be lighter than the other two when weighed on a scale. -lDaD( Nh&zA8K(p>^ &QAJ4 *X;AXJyQP$ 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. muzzle, as well as retained per-pellet energy downrange. Put in more powder and you have to reduce the pellet count. BB shot is .18 inches.
ENERGY Shot is categorized with an inverse naming system, in which smaller-sized shot carries a larger number. [FwLZn:d7DrybHg"H|(Fmw9neB4DHeXem@X70/6`#ouQ=/kQj;!@}B2=Q}@_{?wn}=?H#G2\$KL=|0:nI ,[Ba,,,^$x{jB&OjJTN lcbL#v?O|xquCk 35ikOmK,D c$v:}b\S7! 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 750 750 The Hallowell & Co. 0000003298 00000 n 6 0 obj We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. between lead and steel shot (grouping "like" loads, with the steel Bismuths greater density also allows it to be less vulnerable to wind drift, enhancing accuracy. Single Shot Rifles With this in mind, lets look at some of the characteristics and attributes of each of our non-toxic shotgun shell offerings. 0000317644 00000 n The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". 0000111490 00000 n If we reduce density, we must increase velocity to keep terminal energy levels up. Neat Stuff, Who We Are Because of Bismuths malleability, pellets deform somewhat on impact as they dump lethal energy into waterfowl. Double Rifles Combination Guns, Winchester
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pellets being two shot sizes larger than the lead American Shotguns 0000007922 00000 n 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. Available in 4 Grades of Hardness and reclaimable and re-usable up to hundreds of times depending on blast parametersand applications. 12-gauge, 3", 1-1/8 oz., No 2 steel shot, 140 pellets, 1560 fps, 12-gauge, 2-3/4", 1-1/16 oz., 3 steel shot, 168 pellets, 1550 fps. ] lac*Omr{>e>KsVgvq.?7q,;' y*?H!H^NfC nf!4bHcV|+fv ZmYEZ:X\c}y8( d/B"FjH\SOU+tAh5'5:.E$Lt _;wz}
Lets look at an example. deformed upon firing, develops a relatively long, large-diameter hK(Qk3'aQdaH3Fx,L!%. 0000099821 00000 n However, lead shot is illegal for hunting waterfowl, and for good reason. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0000411678 00000 n %%EOF You will be doing this all in your head in no time if its new to you. These three shotguns are the autoloader, the pump-action, and the break-open shotguns. Its a balancing act requiring extensive research and testing of the kind our engineers at Kent Cartridge excel at. stream Here is a summary of what you need to know about shotgun shells. 3| tn6' 3@ :A^ 0000016230 00000 n Weve provided a chart showing pellet counts and shot size to help you find the load best suited to your hunting needs. characteristics. over an inclined plane perforated with holes of successively increasing /Type /Page /ProcSet [/PDF /Text /ImageB /ImageC] >> Shot - Small pellets, formed by pouring (traditionally) molten lead best non-toxic substitute for "traditional" lead shot. 0000139377 00000 n This was taken from Remington's 0000043410 00000 n The general rule of thumb is to go two shot sizes smaller (meaning pellets are bigger) for waterfowl. endobj 0000086575 00000 n /Font << 0000043676 00000 n 0000499929 00000 n >> Time) Our inventory is constantly changing. 0000283095 00000 n This can cause lead poisoning. through a sieve over a tall column of water, then graded for size by passing USA Tel: 406 222-4770 Fax: 406 222-4792 Hence, 17-8 = 9, or .09. >> 556 556 556 556 556 556 556 549 611 556 556 556 556 500 556 500 %PDF-1.3 0000082762 00000 n Yes, you sacrifice a bit of speed and energy compared to the other loads, but youll have 32 more pellets in the air than load (A), and at ranges of 10-25 yards the velocity difference is negligible from a practical standpoint. Lead vs. Nontoxic Reliable cycling and an evenly-weighted gun. But selecting the right kind of shot and loads can be confusing or intimidating for some people, especially those who are new to hunting. Note /Resources << load of No. But the performance of steel shot in flight makes it advisable to use No. 176 126 [ If that happens to be steel shot, so be it. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 10 - 6. COMPARISON: STEEL VS. LEAD. 0000047027 00000 n Most other tungsten-based shot on the market mixes nickel and iron with tungsten to attain the desired density. Many of our products are manufactured from sustainably sourced and recycled raw materials. 0000005017 00000 n The act of looking for animals from a spot-and-stalk position is usually referred to as glassing, since youre almost always using binoculars or spotting scopes. 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 of No. shell. endobj Illustrated Firearms Dictionary is for informational 0000344282 00000 n However, 0000042401 00000 n
higher pattern percentages, but more actual pellets on target as >> 3 or No. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 A shotshell box top should tell you everything you need to know about the ammo inside. of No. well. Fasteel2.0 Long from Kent Cartridge on Vimeo. /CreationDate (D:20120722021725-07'00') 301 0 obj <>stream 0000375619 00000 n 0000376092 00000 n Federal law mandates that only nontoxic, lead-free, shot be used when hunting migratory waterfowl. endobj x4WicZm"Jx*BLdD}G'e?Ze/mT>'@W= }|>v>%@y Buy the best waterfowl loads you can afford. x8y This content is brought to you by Kent Cartridge as part of a Sponsored Content Program. No. 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. But as distance increases and the shot spreads, the difference may become apparent because the Bismuth pattern will have 28% more pellets in it. round, and flies truer to the target. With Bismuth boasting 24% greater density than steel, you can choose two shot sizes smaller and deliver equal energy to steel. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. As is the case with both lead and Kent Bismuth, Tungsten Matrix pellets begin to flatten on impact with waterfowl to deliver outstanding bird-slaying impact energy. Lets say youre hunting ducks in flooded timber. Shot refers to the pellets, projectiles, inside a shotgun shell. for no. Colt You can calculate the diameter of shot sizes by subtracting the shot-size number from 17 and then divide that by 100. Well take a look at how to balance payload, velocity and pellet count, things youll need to consider and adjust accordingly to your hunting style and location. Load (A) above would be a good choice. j}t ZfnFT %^(:=g=gVJc%KFl%>JV}va".
Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. There are three main types of shotguns that are used in hunting. With a density or mass of 7.8 grams per cubic centimeter (g/cc), its the baseline of waterfowling shot materials. 334 0 obj <> endobj "sweet spot" before hunting season. 0000014765 00000 n The dram is an archaic unit of measurement equally 1/16 of an ounce. carefully studying this chart, you can compare the retained energy We want to buy your Gun(s) Other In a waterfowling situation where youd typically choose No. Many variables are considered when choosing the proper shotgun shell load for a waterfowl hunt. /Length 1028 Shot and Powder Amount 0000007810 00000 n For more information, visit https://kentcartridge.com or drop by a Kent Cartridge retailer near you. 0000105624 00000 n English Shotguns *m PHyx#), 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. While not generally used for small game, buckshot warrants a quick mention since were on the topic of shot size. 556 556 556 556 556 556 889 500 556 556 556 556 278 278 278 278 0000071432 00000 n Our Precision Plated Steel shot is manufactured to the same tolerances as Precision Steel but adds zinc plating to the pellets for corrosion resistance. Founded in 1923, Composition Materials Co., Inc. is a worldwide supplier of abrasives, fillers, extenders, blast media and deflashing media. lead, stays round, and develops a shot string that is 50-60% shorter A 2 12-gauge shell loaded with 00 Buckshot will hold just nine balls; the same shell can accommodate upwards of four-hundred #7 pellets. New Guns and Gear for 2022: Waterfowling Essentials, 1-1/8 oz. 176 0 obj <> endobj 0000448178 00000 n For example, many ducks are comparable in size to pheasants, and hunters use No. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. purposes only. Other non-toxic materials include bismuth and tungsten, which are heavier than steel and are more comparable to lead shot. 17 0 obj 0000089762 00000 n 0000017157 00000 n The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". 0000015600 00000 n 0000025679 00000 n 12-gauge loads for general purpose small-game hunting typically carry 1 ounce of lead shot, while 12-gauge loads for long-range waterfowl shooting might carry 1 ounces of steel shot. 0000112739 00000 n 0000077562 00000 n the steel shot is larger, there are less pellets in each /ProcSet [/PDF /Text /ImageB /ImageC] >> endstream 0000507675 00000 n /F15 7 0 R 400 549 333 333 333 576 556 278 333 333 365 556 834 834 834 611
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hbbd```b``SA$oyDr3H[`0;1`5`\ RlB4P@1DWA">} FD2{8Jhr ? To show the pellet count for 28gram take the number of pellets in 1oz and divide by 28.35, then multiply by 28. cartridges, e.8Y;sWta|4 It remains a benchmark in innovation with its optimal blend of density, softness and shape uniformity. 278 278 355 556 556 889 667 191 333 333 389 584 278 333 278 278 0000099384 00000 n Please click on any of the links below to see what we actually do have available 2 steel shot, No. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Because your shots will be at close-range, it would make sense to choose a load that offers you more pellets (and therefore a denser pattern) at the expense of a bit of velocity. 333 556 556 500 556 556 278 556 556 222 222 500 222 833 556 556
Ducks and geese will both purposely and inadvertently consume spent pellets while feeding. that by using a larger steel shot size, comparable velocity and 0000411639 00000 n 0000174649 00000 n Load (C) above does that for you. For upland birds and small furred game, most hunters regard lead as the go-to material for shot. Buckshot These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. PERFORMANCE*STEEL VS. LEADComparing "like volume" loads, with the steel 333 556 611 556 611 556 333 611 611 278 278 556 278 889 611 611 Pattern performance downrange Shot string HARDNESS: Grade S: 40-51 HRC Grade M: 47-56 HRC Grade L: 54-61 HRC Grade H: 60+ HRC, APPLICATIONS: Peening Blasting Polishing Surface Improvement Cleaning Deburring, INDUSTRIES: Metal Prep Surface Finishing Metal Parts Manufacturing Foundries Forging Die Casting, CHEMISTRY: C: .01 .15% Si: .10 .25% M: 1.2 1.5% S: >0.035% P: >0.035%. The pellet counts are calculated for 1 ounce not 28gram. At 40 yards, a higher endobj Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. /Length 1133 (usually) moving target. Because steel shot is less dense than Bismuth and Tungsten Matrix, we have to play with physics a bit to maintain shot impact energy. 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. 0000033574 00000 n No. #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. Its heavy and soft, so it retains energy well and flattens on impact. ] 2 shot, 172 pellets, 1300 fps*. [ The process also results in superior pellet uniformity that is essential to outstanding patterns downrange. of No. The more pellets in the shell, the denser the pattern and higher chance of a lethal hit on a duck or goose. 0000484038 00000 n Sign in to access your profile, save content and more. << 9 lead580/28.35 = 20.49, 20.49 x 28 = 572.84 pellets in 28gram. Shot is measured in ounces. Weve thrown a lot of numbers at you, but dont panic. 0000077995 00000 n 0000106394 00000 n BBB shot is .19 inches. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. 2 shot, 156 pellets, 1500 fps*, 1-3/8 oz.
Weve barely scratched the surface when it comes to all the shotgun shell loads Kent Cartridge has to offer, and we really do have a load for every hunter and situation. 0000081568 00000 n If youre the inquisitive sort, you may have some questions Whitetail hunting strategies for the next generation. and 60-70% narrower than lead. Using Bismuth in a smaller shot size gives you more pellets per shot, a denser pattern, and thereby greater probability of a lethal pellet hit. Because steel shot is less dense than high-density shot, high winds can blow it off target and disperse patterns somewhat at longer ranges. By 0000059639 00000 n %xp4]/?gFrpqsvy2zBi_q'oGOKbT(d tyv6}"u^'#+vNi_\^^t>L>>Ol2L" AvLGn_JH.GOF@Vr>~^o+s[)[z >> 0000042789 00000 n And because teal are typically shot at close to medium ranges, our TealSteel offers an affordable, highly effective way to bag your limit.
Another option would be to go with a larger shot size where the added weight of each pellet offers a bit more wind resistance. Generally the shorter the shell, the less recoil.
Moisture is another weather element hunters must contend with, and waterfowlers will almost always find themselves in or near wet environments. Here is an in-depth look at the hunting shotguns pros and cons. Kent Cartridges 12-gauge, 1-1/4 oz., No.6 TealSteel load contains 394 Precision Steel pellets. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 750 750 0000111107 00000 n 0000015835 00000 n Our hope is that youll use the material were providing to become more confident when it comes time to selecting shotgun shells for your next hunt. Magazine Articles steel shot is both harder and lighter than lead shot, two important
<< E.g. So whats the hunter to do? 0000085448 00000 n 1015 667 667 722 722 667 611 778 722 278 500 667 556 833 722 778 retained energy at desired yardages are maintained. 0000004980 00000 n 0000094209 00000 n /Filter /FlateDecode 0000059851 00000 n 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. Copyright 2022 Clay&Game | All Rights Reserved. 0000085713 00000 n A better way is for ammunition manufacturers to print an estimated muzzle velocity on the box of ammo, as thats the number youre really after. 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. 0000002816 00000 n 0000015023 00000 n x}nC1FyVl+9@}`)'sdFz:XX]t91+DUQ#1ev#lY;T'rSlTj Gallery, Firearms Definitions, Abbreviations & Opinions 0000014625 00000 n 4 shot sizes for ducks. Then it jumps to T shot ,.20, followed by TT .21, F .22, and FF .23. 0000036904 00000 n Now consider a different hunting situation. 2 shot, 140 pellets, 1560 fps*, 1-1/4 oz. 556 556 333 500 278 556 500 722 500 500 500 334 260 334 584 750 Shot sizes can cause much confusion; there are English sizes, Italian sizes, Spanish sizes and American sizes. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
Subscribe to our newsletters to receive regular emails with hand-picked content, gear recommendations, and special deals. 750 222 222 333 333 350 556 1000 333 1000 500 333 944 750 500 667 European Shotguns This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. As a general rule we supply our lead shot using English sizes shown in the chart below & non-toxic shot using steel shot sizes. Livingston, Montana 59047 In finishing operations, it produces smooth & polished finishes. It drops game very efficiently. 0000483535 00000 n Our picks for the week's best content and gear, For the whitetail obsessed, with Mark Kenyon, Redefining our connection to food, with Danielle Prewett, Your one-stop for everything waterfowl, with Sean Weaver, Get out on the water with the MeatEater Fishing crew, Purpose-built accessories for hunting and fishing, Quality elk, turkey, waterfowl, and deer calls. In these situations youll want to consider switching to a smaller payload, such as from load (C) above to load (A). 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. However, since the steel shot is much harder, it stays 0000053262 00000 n Heres a chart of buckshot sizes; note that the smallest, #4 Buck, is .01 larger than FF. percentage of steel pellets will be on target (within a 30" circle) << 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. 0000316356 00000 n 667 778 722 667 611 722 667 944 667 667 611 333 278 333 584 556 0000093881 00000 n 2 Fasteel 2.0 has 156 pellets that leave the barrel at 1,500 fps.
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0000086021 00000 n To a duck 10 yards away, it wont matter which you use. endobj Its widely understood that the larger the species of duck or goose, the larger the shot size recommended for hunting success. This can be compensated for by using larger shot sizes than are used with other kinds of shot. Youll be hunting in a farm field for snow geese from a layout blind near a decoy spread.
667 778 722 667 611 722 667 944 667 667 611 278 278 278 469 556 hb```b``b`e``| @aRL` H@1: CFknG i,o/`Xe;~GX0!b 722 722 778 778 778 778 778 584 778 722 722 722 722 667 667 611 0000375971 00000 n Todays waterfowl hunters have a wide range of options when it comes to selecting shotgun shells. 722 722 778 778 778 778 778 584 778 722 722 722 722 667 667 611 0000211275 00000 n Delivers larger, more forgiving patterns at close range, while still providing deadly penetration at long distance. The Weatherby Element Synthetic is an inertia driven shotgun, that is tough enough to endure whatever you throw at it. 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. energy (the energy values at specific yardages) Our innovative products include Walnut Shell Media, Plastic Blast Media, Corn Cob, Apricot Grit, Almond Meal, Cryogenic Deflashing Media, Aluminum Oxide and Tagua. Magazine Bismuths characteristics make it an outstanding choice for waterfowlers. endstream How to Order 400 549 333 333 333 576 537 278 333 333 365 556 834 834 834 611 Loaded in small handfuls into a shotgun, either directly through the This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. 556 556 556 556 556 556 556 556 556 556 333 333 584 584 584 611 0000077333 00000 n 0000098731 00000 n But perhaps the best suggestion we can offer for hunting in high winds would be to switch from steel to Bismuth or Tungsten Matrix shot. A semi-automatic shotgun built on the inertia system. _x]FDBbamV`e*$vwRwRU)OV`FQZ+ i@|=v:TFzAZ7V/a=Dd$]6HDlOO\n8MDZ)FHL:Vh2Gs7 We have many passionate waterfowlers on our staff, and they understand what discerning hunters desire and need from their ammunition. 0000082867 00000 n New Arrivals Custom Knives /F16 10 0 R To do that, you dont want to sacrifice speed. This resource covers the various kinds of Kent Cartridge shotgun shells available to waterfowlers, and explains how and where they excel. 278 333 556 556 556 556 280 556 333 737 370 556 584 333 737 552 The numbering system for shot continues up to #1 shot (.16), commonly used for ducks and geese, and then it gets weird and confusing. 611 611 389 556 333 611 556 778 556 556 500 389 280 389 584 750 Due to the manufacturing process and CIP/SAAMI regulations, steel shot is very precise in its sizing and must be within a 0.05mm tolerance. /Type /Page The payload on (E) is a little lower than (D) in terms of weight, but it delivers 28 more pellets for a denser pattern downrange with less recoil to the shooter. 0000448103 00000 n Steel shot is the go-to choice of many waterfowlers and has stood the test of time by proving its effectiveness. 0000054125 00000 n Success as a glasser begins with the ability to pick out the right places to do your glassing from.
Here are two loads to compare. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". If theres one thing we know for sure at Kent Cartridge, its that waterfowl hunting is not a one-size-fits-all activity. At 60 yards, steel shot not only yields shot being two shot sizes larger than the lead shot, note that since which when fired throw a cloud of pellets for more effective results hitting a 3 pellets of steel, Bismuth and Tungsten Matrix placed side by side will all appear to be the same size, but the steel pellet will be lighter than the other two when weighed on a scale. -lDaD( Nh&zA8K(p>^ &QAJ4 *X;AXJyQP$ 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. muzzle, as well as retained per-pellet energy downrange. Put in more powder and you have to reduce the pellet count. BB shot is .18 inches.
ENERGY Shot is categorized with an inverse naming system, in which smaller-sized shot carries a larger number. [FwLZn:d7DrybHg"H|(Fmw9neB4DHeXem@X70/6`#ouQ=/kQj;!@}B2=Q}@_{?wn}=?H#G2\$KL=|0:nI ,[Ba,,,^$x{jB&OjJTN lcbL#v?O|xquCk 35ikOmK,D c$v:}b\S7! 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 750 750 The Hallowell & Co. 0000003298 00000 n 6 0 obj We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. between lead and steel shot (grouping "like" loads, with the steel Bismuths greater density also allows it to be less vulnerable to wind drift, enhancing accuracy. Single Shot Rifles With this in mind, lets look at some of the characteristics and attributes of each of our non-toxic shotgun shell offerings. 0000317644 00000 n The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". 0000111490 00000 n If we reduce density, we must increase velocity to keep terminal energy levels up. Neat Stuff, Who We Are Because of Bismuths malleability, pellets deform somewhat on impact as they dump lethal energy into waterfowl. Double Rifles Combination Guns, Winchester
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pellets being two shot sizes larger than the lead American Shotguns 0000007922 00000 n 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. Available in 4 Grades of Hardness and reclaimable and re-usable up to hundreds of times depending on blast parametersand applications. 12-gauge, 3", 1-1/8 oz., No 2 steel shot, 140 pellets, 1560 fps, 12-gauge, 2-3/4", 1-1/16 oz., 3 steel shot, 168 pellets, 1550 fps. ] lac*Omr{>e>KsVgvq.?7q,;' y*?H!H^NfC nf!4bHcV|+fv ZmYEZ:X\c}y8( d/B"FjH\SOU+tAh5'5:.E$Lt _;wz}
Lets look at an example. deformed upon firing, develops a relatively long, large-diameter hK(Qk3'aQdaH3Fx,L!%. 0000099821 00000 n However, lead shot is illegal for hunting waterfowl, and for good reason. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0000411678 00000 n %%EOF You will be doing this all in your head in no time if its new to you. These three shotguns are the autoloader, the pump-action, and the break-open shotguns. Its a balancing act requiring extensive research and testing of the kind our engineers at Kent Cartridge excel at. stream Here is a summary of what you need to know about shotgun shells. 3| tn6' 3@ :A^ 0000016230 00000 n Weve provided a chart showing pellet counts and shot size to help you find the load best suited to your hunting needs. characteristics. over an inclined plane perforated with holes of successively increasing /Type /Page /ProcSet [/PDF /Text /ImageB /ImageC] >> Shot - Small pellets, formed by pouring (traditionally) molten lead best non-toxic substitute for "traditional" lead shot. 0000139377 00000 n This was taken from Remington's 0000043410 00000 n The general rule of thumb is to go two shot sizes smaller (meaning pellets are bigger) for waterfowl. endobj 0000086575 00000 n /Font << 0000043676 00000 n 0000499929 00000 n >> Time) Our inventory is constantly changing. 0000283095 00000 n This can cause lead poisoning. through a sieve over a tall column of water, then graded for size by passing USA Tel: 406 222-4770 Fax: 406 222-4792 Hence, 17-8 = 9, or .09. >> 556 556 556 556 556 556 556 549 611 556 556 556 556 500 556 500 %PDF-1.3 0000082762 00000 n Yes, you sacrifice a bit of speed and energy compared to the other loads, but youll have 32 more pellets in the air than load (A), and at ranges of 10-25 yards the velocity difference is negligible from a practical standpoint. Lead vs. Nontoxic Reliable cycling and an evenly-weighted gun. But selecting the right kind of shot and loads can be confusing or intimidating for some people, especially those who are new to hunting. Note /Resources << load of No. But the performance of steel shot in flight makes it advisable to use No. 176 126 [ If that happens to be steel shot, so be it. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 10 - 6. COMPARISON: STEEL VS. LEAD. 0000047027 00000 n Most other tungsten-based shot on the market mixes nickel and iron with tungsten to attain the desired density. Many of our products are manufactured from sustainably sourced and recycled raw materials. 0000005017 00000 n The act of looking for animals from a spot-and-stalk position is usually referred to as glassing, since youre almost always using binoculars or spotting scopes. 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 of No. shell. endobj Illustrated Firearms Dictionary is for informational 0000344282 00000 n However, 0000042401 00000 n
higher pattern percentages, but more actual pellets on target as >> 3 or No. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 A shotshell box top should tell you everything you need to know about the ammo inside. of No. well. Fasteel2.0 Long from Kent Cartridge on Vimeo. /CreationDate (D:20120722021725-07'00') 301 0 obj <>stream 0000375619 00000 n 0000376092 00000 n Federal law mandates that only nontoxic, lead-free, shot be used when hunting migratory waterfowl. endobj x4WicZm"Jx*BLdD}G'e?Ze/mT>'@W= }|>v>%@y Buy the best waterfowl loads you can afford. x8y This content is brought to you by Kent Cartridge as part of a Sponsored Content Program. No. 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. But as distance increases and the shot spreads, the difference may become apparent because the Bismuth pattern will have 28% more pellets in it. round, and flies truer to the target. With Bismuth boasting 24% greater density than steel, you can choose two shot sizes smaller and deliver equal energy to steel. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. As is the case with both lead and Kent Bismuth, Tungsten Matrix pellets begin to flatten on impact with waterfowl to deliver outstanding bird-slaying impact energy. Lets say youre hunting ducks in flooded timber. Shot refers to the pellets, projectiles, inside a shotgun shell. for no. Colt You can calculate the diameter of shot sizes by subtracting the shot-size number from 17 and then divide that by 100. Well take a look at how to balance payload, velocity and pellet count, things youll need to consider and adjust accordingly to your hunting style and location. Load (A) above would be a good choice. j}t ZfnFT %^(:=g=gVJc%KFl%>JV}va".
Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. There are three main types of shotguns that are used in hunting. With a density or mass of 7.8 grams per cubic centimeter (g/cc), its the baseline of waterfowling shot materials. 334 0 obj <> endobj "sweet spot" before hunting season. 0000014765 00000 n The dram is an archaic unit of measurement equally 1/16 of an ounce. carefully studying this chart, you can compare the retained energy We want to buy your Gun(s) Other In a waterfowling situation where youd typically choose No. Many variables are considered when choosing the proper shotgun shell load for a waterfowl hunt. /Length 1028 Shot and Powder Amount 0000007810 00000 n For more information, visit https://kentcartridge.com or drop by a Kent Cartridge retailer near you. 0000105624 00000 n English Shotguns *m PHyx#), 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. While not generally used for small game, buckshot warrants a quick mention since were on the topic of shot size. 556 556 556 556 556 556 889 500 556 556 556 556 278 278 278 278 0000071432 00000 n Our Precision Plated Steel shot is manufactured to the same tolerances as Precision Steel but adds zinc plating to the pellets for corrosion resistance. Founded in 1923, Composition Materials Co., Inc. is a worldwide supplier of abrasives, fillers, extenders, blast media and deflashing media. lead, stays round, and develops a shot string that is 50-60% shorter A 2 12-gauge shell loaded with 00 Buckshot will hold just nine balls; the same shell can accommodate upwards of four-hundred #7 pellets. New Guns and Gear for 2022: Waterfowling Essentials, 1-1/8 oz. 176 0 obj <> endobj 0000448178 00000 n For example, many ducks are comparable in size to pheasants, and hunters use No. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. purposes only. Other non-toxic materials include bismuth and tungsten, which are heavier than steel and are more comparable to lead shot. 17 0 obj 0000089762 00000 n 0000017157 00000 n The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". 0000015600 00000 n 0000025679 00000 n 12-gauge loads for general purpose small-game hunting typically carry 1 ounce of lead shot, while 12-gauge loads for long-range waterfowl shooting might carry 1 ounces of steel shot. 0000112739 00000 n 0000077562 00000 n the steel shot is larger, there are less pellets in each /ProcSet [/PDF /Text /ImageB /ImageC] >> endstream 0000507675 00000 n /F15 7 0 R 400 549 333 333 333 576 556 278 333 333 365 556 834 834 834 611
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hbbd```b``SA$oyDr3H[`0;1`5`\ RlB4P@1DWA">} FD2{8Jhr ? To show the pellet count for 28gram take the number of pellets in 1oz and divide by 28.35, then multiply by 28. cartridges, e.8Y;sWta|4 It remains a benchmark in innovation with its optimal blend of density, softness and shape uniformity. 278 278 355 556 556 889 667 191 333 333 389 584 278 333 278 278 0000099384 00000 n Please click on any of the links below to see what we actually do have available 2 steel shot, No. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Because your shots will be at close-range, it would make sense to choose a load that offers you more pellets (and therefore a denser pattern) at the expense of a bit of velocity. 333 556 556 500 556 556 278 556 556 222 222 500 222 833 556 556
Ducks and geese will both purposely and inadvertently consume spent pellets while feeding. that by using a larger steel shot size, comparable velocity and 0000411639 00000 n 0000174649 00000 n Load (C) above does that for you. For upland birds and small furred game, most hunters regard lead as the go-to material for shot. Buckshot These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. PERFORMANCE*STEEL VS. LEADComparing "like volume" loads, with the steel 333 556 611 556 611 556 333 611 611 278 278 556 278 889 611 611 Pattern performance downrange Shot string HARDNESS: Grade S: 40-51 HRC Grade M: 47-56 HRC Grade L: 54-61 HRC Grade H: 60+ HRC, APPLICATIONS: Peening Blasting Polishing Surface Improvement Cleaning Deburring, INDUSTRIES: Metal Prep Surface Finishing Metal Parts Manufacturing Foundries Forging Die Casting, CHEMISTRY: C: .01 .15% Si: .10 .25% M: 1.2 1.5% S: >0.035% P: >0.035%. The pellet counts are calculated for 1 ounce not 28gram. At 40 yards, a higher endobj Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. /Length 1133 (usually) moving target. Because steel shot is less dense than Bismuth and Tungsten Matrix, we have to play with physics a bit to maintain shot impact energy. 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. 0000033574 00000 n No. #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. Its heavy and soft, so it retains energy well and flattens on impact. ] 2 shot, 172 pellets, 1300 fps*. [ The process also results in superior pellet uniformity that is essential to outstanding patterns downrange. of No. The more pellets in the shell, the denser the pattern and higher chance of a lethal hit on a duck or goose. 0000484038 00000 n Sign in to access your profile, save content and more. << 9 lead580/28.35 = 20.49, 20.49 x 28 = 572.84 pellets in 28gram. Shot is measured in ounces. Weve thrown a lot of numbers at you, but dont panic. 0000077995 00000 n 0000106394 00000 n BBB shot is .19 inches. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. 2 shot, 156 pellets, 1500 fps*, 1-3/8 oz.
Weve barely scratched the surface when it comes to all the shotgun shell loads Kent Cartridge has to offer, and we really do have a load for every hunter and situation. 0000081568 00000 n If youre the inquisitive sort, you may have some questions Whitetail hunting strategies for the next generation. and 60-70% narrower than lead. Using Bismuth in a smaller shot size gives you more pellets per shot, a denser pattern, and thereby greater probability of a lethal pellet hit. Because steel shot is less dense than high-density shot, high winds can blow it off target and disperse patterns somewhat at longer ranges. By 0000059639 00000 n %xp4]/?gFrpqsvy2zBi_q'oGOKbT(d tyv6}"u^'#+vNi_\^^t>L>>Ol2L" AvLGn_JH.GOF@Vr>~^o+s[)[z >> 0000042789 00000 n And because teal are typically shot at close to medium ranges, our TealSteel offers an affordable, highly effective way to bag your limit.
Another option would be to go with a larger shot size where the added weight of each pellet offers a bit more wind resistance. Generally the shorter the shell, the less recoil.
Moisture is another weather element hunters must contend with, and waterfowlers will almost always find themselves in or near wet environments. Here is an in-depth look at the hunting shotguns pros and cons. Kent Cartridges 12-gauge, 1-1/4 oz., No.6 TealSteel load contains 394 Precision Steel pellets. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 750 750 0000111107 00000 n 0000015835 00000 n Our hope is that youll use the material were providing to become more confident when it comes time to selecting shotgun shells for your next hunt. Magazine Articles steel shot is both harder and lighter than lead shot, two important
<< E.g. So whats the hunter to do? 0000085448 00000 n 1015 667 667 722 722 667 611 778 722 278 500 667 556 833 722 778 retained energy at desired yardages are maintained. 0000004980 00000 n 0000094209 00000 n /Filter /FlateDecode 0000059851 00000 n 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. Copyright 2022 Clay&Game | All Rights Reserved. 0000085713 00000 n A better way is for ammunition manufacturers to print an estimated muzzle velocity on the box of ammo, as thats the number youre really after. 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. 0000002816 00000 n 0000015023 00000 n x}nC1FyVl+9@}`)'sdFz:XX]t91+DUQ#1ev#lY;T'rSlTj Gallery, Firearms Definitions, Abbreviations & Opinions 0000014625 00000 n 4 shot sizes for ducks. Then it jumps to T shot ,.20, followed by TT .21, F .22, and FF .23. 0000036904 00000 n Now consider a different hunting situation. 2 shot, 140 pellets, 1560 fps*, 1-1/4 oz. 556 556 333 500 278 556 500 722 500 500 500 334 260 334 584 750 Shot sizes can cause much confusion; there are English sizes, Italian sizes, Spanish sizes and American sizes. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".