
Shotgun Shells
- Out Of StockFEDERAL Speed-Shok Waterfowl 12 Gauge 3-1/2in / 89mm 1 1/2 oz BB Steel 25rd Box Shotshells (WF134BB)Built for performance at a value price and featuring uniformly round pellets for tighter shot patternsHigh output primers ensure consistent ballistics and solid dependability For ammunition that ...$29.80
- Out Of StockWINCHESTER AMMO 12Ga 2-3/8oz 3in #8 Long Beard 5rd TSS Shotshells (LBTSS1238)Shot flows seamlessly through any choke eliminating flyers for more consistent patternsOptimized with 18g/cc Tungsten Super Shot for maximum energy transferProvides great pattern densityBuffered ...$71.61
- Out Of StockFEDERAL Speed-Shok 12 Gauge 2.75in 1-1/8 oz 2 Shot 25 Bx Shotgun Ammo (WF1452)Improved loadsFast-burning, clean propellant leaves drastically less residue in the barrel and actionHigh-performance primer provides the most complete, consistent ignition possibleOptimized ...$20.51
- Out Of StockWINCHESTER AMMO 28Ga 3in 25rd #4 Xpert High Velocity Steel Pheasant 3/4oz Shotshells (WEXP2834)Corrosion resistant shotHigh velocity 1350 fpsCome in a convenient 25-round boxOffer consistent performance and reliability that hunters expect from Winchester products Winchester Xpert packs a ...$33.91
- Out Of StockWINCHESTER Super-X .410Ga 11/16oz 3in #4 Shot 25rd Box Shotshells (X4134)Famous 209 Primer and Clean Burning Powder: Reliable ignition and consistent velocityOne-Piece Hinged Wad: For consistent, tight patterns and reduced felt-recoilPowerful High Brass Performance: ...$13.45
- Out Of StockREMINGTON Sportsman Hi-Speed Steel Loads 20ga 2.75in 3/4oz 7 Shot 25rd Shotgun Ammo (20009)Versatility - Available in a handful of various shot sizes and payloads that are designed to fit any occasion, can even be used as a non-toxic upland field loadVelocity - Sportsman Hi-Speed Steel ...$19.52
- Out Of StockSELLIER & BELLOT Favorit 20ga 2.75in #2 Buckshot (SB20BSA)20 Gauge2-5/8" Shot Shell Length#2 Buckshot1 ounce LoadMuzzle Velocity 1181 fps25 Rounds per Box Based in the Czech Republic, Sellier & Bellot's goal is to provide only the highest quality ...$12.25
- Out Of StockSELLIER & BELLOT 12Ga 2.75in 9 Pellets 00 Buckshot (SB12BSG)High quality componentsUsed by hunters, competitive shooters, law enforcement agencies and militariesNon-corrosiveManufacturered to CIP specifications9 Pellets46% off$6.99$12.99
- Out Of StockSELLIER & BELLOT 12 Gauge 2.75in 00 Buckshot Ammo, 10 Round Box (SB12BSJ)High quality componentsUsed by hunters, competitive shooters, law enforcement agencies and militariesNon-corrosiveManufacturered to CIP specifications9 Pellets$4.99
- Out Of StockFIOCCHI Field Dynamics Upland Steel 12ga 2.75in #6 25rd/Box Shotshell (12HVST6)Gauge: 12Shot Size: #6Shell Length: 2.75 in.Shot Weight: 1.125 oz.Muzzle Velocity: 1400 fpsShot Material: SteelLead Free: YesRounds per Box: 25Application: Small Game, Upland Fiocchi Field ...$15.28
Shotguns may look intimidating, but without corresponding ammo, they are just that, an intimidating attribute of a mobster. Shotguns are still viable as a close combat weapon, not optimal, though. After all, humanity invented firearms to gain the opportunity to fight at a distance. Shotguns cannot boast excellent long-range shooting power, but they are at the top of the list when it comes to close-range shooting. Shotguns are unique in terms of ammunition, as they are the only type of firearms to shoot shells. Not regular seashells, but special shotgun shells.
Shotgun shells are different from other firearm cartridges by form and construction. Shotshells are all rimmed, cylindrical cartridges loaded with a different number of sub-projectiles. It can be either several small spherical projectiles called shots, or a single big solid projectile called a slug. Shots are fired through smoothbore barreled shotguns (and constitute a majority), whereas slugs are exclusive to rifled shotguns.
Shotgun ammo’s case is reinforced by the brass at the base of the cartridge. The case is usually plastic and is always straight-walled. The thick base of the shell holds a primer, which is longer than the primer of rifle and handgun ammunition. This section neighbors propellant, which occupies relatively little space in comparison with other types of ammo. It is followed by a wadding, whose primary purpose is to prevent the propellant from mixing with the shot and the gas from blowing through the shot. Then comes the shot itself, which is the main projectile power, and the crimp, that seals the cartridge.
There are several types of shotgun shells, and due to some peculiarities in the construction, their classification is a bit different from the rest of the ammo. Since shotgun bore diameter is called a gauge rather than a caliber, all shotgun shells are also measured by a gauge they fit. The most popular are 12 gauge shells, followed by 20 gauge shells, and 16 gauge shells. They fit shotguns with corresponding bore diameters and are neither better nor worse than one another.
Another thing to consider is the chamber length. There are three varieties: 2.75in, 3in, and 3.5in. You can shoot shorter shells from bigger chambers, but not vice versa. Loading a shell too big for the chamber may lead to a firearm malfunction that will damage both the shooter and the gun.
Finally, there is shot size. Naturally, there can be either a higher number of smaller projectiles or a smaller number of bigger ones. The 12 gauge birdshot is designed for waterfowl and upland hunting and features smaller-sized shots. The buckshot 12 gauge has bigger-sized shots and is intended for shooting big-game. This type of shotgun shell is also used for self-defense purposes.
Gritr Sports has loads of shotgun shells for sale. We also deal with only the most reliable and respectable brands out there. Here, you can choose from Winchester shotgun shells, Federal shotgun shells, and brands like Fiocchi, Remington, and several others.