Federal Premium No 1 Copper Plated Buckshot Lead

New for 2023: Federal Premium No. 1 Copper-Plated Buckshot

Federal has extended their Premium Buckshot line of ammunition to include a load of buffered, copper-plated No. 1 buck.

Hardware: HEVI-Shot Non-Toxic Shotshells

With a goal of simplifying its offerings for the hunting market, HEVI-Shot has revamped its considerable product line for 2022. But don’t worry, it still offers a wide variety of arguably the best non-toxic shotshell loads available for just about any hunt​.

What’s on the Box: How to Choose the Right Shotgun Shells

If you’re new to shotgunning, you need to know what you’re buying to ensure you’re using the ideal load for your shotgun and intended purpose. Here’s a detailed guide to all the information provided on a box of shells.

Shotshells 101

A solid understanding of shotshells will make you a better hunter. Here’s a detailed look at each of the five primary components.

Top 5 Buckshot Loads

Nothing tops buckshot for toppling big game at close range. We’ve tested five of the most prevalent 12-gauge, 2¾-inch loads to determine the best one for your needs.

Aleutians of Grandeur

In most areas they call them hurricane-force winds. On the edge of the Alaska Peninsula, sandwiched between the Pacific Ocean and the Bearing Sea, 50-70 mph gusts are just part of another ducky day.

Time for a Ten

Within its realm, the “mighty” 10-gauge shotgun is unbeatable.

First Look: Winchester's Varmint X Shotshell

Here are four things you need to know about Winchester's new Varmint X shotshell.

Winchester Varmint X Shotshell

There's no doubt about it, Winchester's Shot-Lok technology has been a full-fledged revolution. Though originally designed with turkeys in mind, the concept has expanded to upland loads and, for 2016, will enter a not-so-feathered market. Coyotes, hogs and varmints the world over will be testing their luck against Varmint X shotshells going forward.

Hunting Guns for Home Defense?

Right now, there’s a guy on a stool in a gun shop arguing over what the “best home defense gun” is. Whether he’s right or wrong isn’t relevant—the best gun for home defense is the gun you have when you need it.

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