16 gauge reload recipes?
- Thread starter D. Hinton
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Wyatt Russo
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I’ve used Boss 16ga ammo in my Ithaca pump for ducks and geese works great if that helps.
www.claysammo.com would be worth checking and, if they don't have something listed, even calling. They carry a Spanish shotshell called Armusa that seems to specialize in lighter, more traditional loads. I know I've seen the 2.5" shells there, but no idea whether they currently have them.
I've been favorably impressed with the Armusa shells - have bought both 16g and 28g shells from them. Cheaper, frankly, than similar gauge shells from more common names, and cleaner.
I've been favorably impressed with the Armusa shells - have bought both 16g and 28g shells from them. Cheaper, frankly, than similar gauge shells from more common names, and cleaner.
D. Hinton,
Another option, far less expensive in the long run, is to simply rechamber your shotgun to 2 3/4" shells. Any competent gunsmith can perform this and there are many low pressure shells available for older guns. B&P comes to mind in 16 gauge. RM
Another option, far less expensive in the long run, is to simply rechamber your shotgun to 2 3/4" shells. Any competent gunsmith can perform this and there are many low pressure shells available for older guns. B&P comes to mind in 16 gauge. RM
Here is another option and you don't need a press!
www.buffaloarms.com
This is what the old market hunters used! Perfect for a double. Just add bismuth shot.
16 Gauge Brass Shotgun Hulls for 2.5
Manufactured by Magtech these 16 gauge brass shotgun shells are for 2.5" chambers and accepts large pistol primers. Uses our 14 gauge nitro and fiber wad (#CFNITRO) and (CFFIBER), use our 13 gauge over shot wad (#CFOS).
www.buffaloarms.com
Great Christmas DAX. I even got a deer on my birthday. Small 8 point but I can still get one out of the woods at 82!
If you decide on brass cases here is a link to the reloading manual. Smokeless data is available on the net,
If you decide on brass cases here is a link to the reloading manual. Smokeless data is available on the net,
Reloading Brass Shotshells Manual, 1st Edition
Get the Reloading Brass Shotshells Manual 1st Edition a comprehensive guide for reloading brass shotshells. Expert tips, techniques, and load data for all reloading enthusiasts.
www.ballisticproducts.com
I think its the finest all-around gauge there is.
Geoff Pike
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There are recipe cards available from Ballistic Products:
Geoff Pike
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I know Gamebore also makes the 16 ga short cartridges, but finding them may be difficult.