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Posted On: 3/29/2025
By: Bob
A: Hi Bob! That's a bit like asking which is more important to calculating the are of a rectange: the length, or the width. Both aspects of performance factor heavily into the equation. A higher velocity will cause the pellets to strike their target harder. A higher pellet count will quite naturally inflict more wound channels. Now, this here ammo is designed for defense, and is loaded with a larger number of smaller (#3) buckshot pellets. You'll get a denser pattern which has a higher chance of intercepting the target. You'll also have a reduced risk of over-penetration, as the smaller, lighter pellets gain less momentum than more popular 00 buck. Ultimately, the best home defense ammo is the one you prefer firing. I'd recommend giving this ammo a college try to see if you feel confident with it.
Posted On: 10/4/2021
By: jcgrein
A: Thanks for reaching out! Buckshot shells often don't include their shot column weights on their tubes or their packaging. But I do know that one pellet of #3 buck typically weighs 23.4 grains, so 20 pellets should weigh roughly 468 grains (aka 1.07ounces). That's not an exact figure and I can't guarantee seamless performance from a shell I haven't personally tested in your shotgun, but I do believe this shell hits the weight spec you're looking for!
