First Look: Apex Ammunition Dove Stratified Loads

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posted on July 31, 2026
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Lededove Stratified S3 Steel 12 Gauge

Apex Ammunition has introduced dove loads in its Stratified line of shotshells. Featuring layered shot sizes of either L3 high-antimony lead or S3 steel pellets, the Dove Stratified series is designed to perform at variable ranges, with dense close- and mid-range patterns and increased terminal energy at longer distance.

“Our move into lead and steel dove loads is the result of tremendous demand from retailers and our customers in the upland community who want Apex’s consistent quality and performance in loads for smaller, more fragile game birds like dove and quail,” said Jason Lonsberry, president and CEO, Apex Ammunition. “We are excited to now offer affordable, high-quality lead and non-toxic steel options for these hunts.”

Dove Stratified L3 Lead

Available in 12- and 20-gauge loads, the Apex Dove Stratified features L3 high-antimony lead shot for a harder, rounder pellet and enhanced pattern efficiency.

  • 12 ga., 2 ¾” 1 ¼ oz #7 and #8 L3 Lead Shot
  • 12 ga., 2 ¾” 1 ⅛ oz #7 and #8 L3 Lead Shot
  • 20 ga., 3” 1 ⅛ oz #7 and #8 L3 Lead Shot
  • 20 ga., 2 ¾” 1 oz #7 and #8 L3 Lead Shot

Dove Stratified S3 Steel

The 12- and 20-gauge Dove Stratified S3 Steel shotshells are loaded with premium S3 zinc-plated steel for consistency of pattern and shot.

  • 12 ga., 2 ¾” 1 oz #6 and #7 S3 Steel Shot
  • 20 ga., 2 ¾” ¾ oz #6 and #7 S3 Steel Shot

For more information, visit apexmunition.com.

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