The variety of ammunition, shotgun shell sizes, and applications can be overwhelming. Even though the most common shotgun bore is the 12 gauge, these pointers apply to all shotguns from .410 bore to 10 gauge. In this article, I'll cover the three main applications so that you can select...
Besides the length of the shell and the size and material of the shot, there are two other considerations to keep in mind when buying shotshells, the amount of shot and the amount of powder. Shot is measured in ounces. 12-gauge loads for general purpose small-game hunting typically carry ...