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About 00 Buckshot Ammunition

These loadings feature nine large .33-inch diameter lead pellets per shell in 12-gauge configurations. The pellets are considerably larger than smaller buckshot sizes and provide substantial stopping power at close to moderate ranges. Each pellet delivers significant energy and penetration capability while the multiple projectile design increases hit probability. These types of loadings are well-suited for home defense applications and hunting large game at shorter distances.

Common 00 Buckshot Chamberings

• 12 Gauge:Since the mid-1800s, shotgun shells have come in a variety of forms and utilized different types of materials. Common shotgun shell materials have included brass, paper, and plastic. These cartridges feature distinct rims and are of a cylindrical, straight-walled nature. These shells usually feature some form of crimping or sealing to contain the payload they carry. Some loadings such as birdshot and buckshot feature substantial crimping shells while some feature caps or minimal, rolled crimping to contain something like a slug. 12 gauge ammunition can be found in various styles and forms, often tailored towards specific use cases. These types of loadings can come in a variety of lengths such as 2.75,” 3”, and 3.5” shotshell sizes. Naturally, the larger shells feature larger payloads and generally yield a more significant recoil impulse.
• .410:The .410 shotgun shell originates from the United Kingdom and was introduced in 1874 by the Eley Brothers. While some shooters may refer to .410 as .410 Gauge, this is inaccurate as the proper term is .410 Bore. Like other shotshells, the .410 features a straight rimmed case which holds the loading’s shot. The .410 is noticeably narrower and slimmer than shotgun staples such as the 12 gauge and 20 gauge, giving it a distinct appearance. Due to its small size, the .410 shotshell holds a smaller payload and yields a tamer recoil impulse than its larger counterparts. The relatively light recoil of the .410 makes it a good shotgun round for first time shooters to become acquainted with as it will not punish them in the same way a 12 gauge would. This is particularly true for younger shooters and those with smaller frames. Like other shotgun rounds, the .410 can be found in birdshot, buckshot, slug, and other common types of shotgun loadings.

Firearms that Use 00 Buckshot Ammo

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