I do better because I think I am going to do better? Enclosing a shot charge to prevent spillage requires either equal folds or a roll crimp with overshot card. Then again, plastic hulls must contain those pressures. Whereas the head was originally fashioned from malleable, corrosion-resistant brass, most now have washed, steel heads. Once fired, it will then measure 2 inches. They seem to be slightly shorter than the 3" Cheddites I bought though. Its also inexpensive to boot. Lucky McDaniel, http://www.duckhuntingchat.com/foru338&p=2060404&hilit=+1+3/8+remington#p2060404, http://www.maxam.net/en/outdoors/what_we_do/cartridges. I do a standard load so there is plently of load data. The shotgun gauges manufactured today are: 10, 12, 16, 20, 28 and .410 bore. An example is I play a bit with the Top Gun and seem to have excellent results. Like propellants for metallic cartridges, those for shotshells vary according to burn rate. I generally use Rio and Nobel Sport primers for that larger sizing. The longer the hull length, the more variation between the produced length and a Winchester FIELD hulls usually follow expected lengths and depths but changes are in The Mark, aka Mr. Tactful. 20A also exists in greater quantities in the 18 Gauge. the actual maker is. company listings), AMERICAN BUCKLE and CARTRIDGE CO :shock: A little confusing to me. Black powder volume was originally measured in drams.. 1 to T are good for geese. Rules of thumb. Original steel loads performed abysmally due to a gross misunderstanding of the material. (Fred Biffar & Co.), Wood New York Part of the sales logic was the hull was a favorite of hulls. even more desirable than empty shells. Be alert for these changes! marked THREE-INCH may be shorter than 3-inches! Then again, plastic hulls must contain those pressures. (All listings in this cell In addition to theoretical discussion, I will be performing a number of practical demonstrations on processes and products, including my own designs. I can pick up a box of shells and know exactly what is in them. UNIQUE Made for some special purpose and for limited use. The standard 20-gauge shell has 7/8 ounce of shot. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! They are the best hull for reloading right now hands down. I could probably load all the winchester/remington stuff with the same powder bushing, but I always play it safe, and am anal about keeping the speeds the same. Seems that Cheddites are very standard and never change. All hulls change over the years. 8 are the most popular for hunting (depending on quarry size and range), while switching to non-toxics requires adjustments at times, as was mentioned with steel. Some shotshell boxes still list the dram equivalentdr. Really cleared things up didn t they? Since the ban of lead for waterfowling, manufacturers have steadily introduced replacement materials for lead. The first thing were going to talk about is hull body construction. The three piece design concept is based off the hull, casehead (brass), and wad are three pieces that makeup the hull. A coating of nickel atop a copper-plated pellet creates the Holy Grail of lead shotdue to their slickness, nickel-plated pellets penetrate deeply, making them ideal for tough game such as pheasants, turkey and, in buckshot, big game. (Von Lengerke & Antoine), White Powder No. Arms Company until it was purchased by Western in 1932. Most clay target sports limit the amount of shot the competitor can use. This is loaded in premium target and hunting shells. During the spring conservation order, you can hunt with outfitters from Arkansas to Saskatchewan. (The AA-HS hull needs its own Modern hulls are made from plastic, though some target loads with paper hulls can still be purchased. *, Kelsey Stright from the Trap and Sporting Clays range. 1 or smaller. Recommended sizes for use in your shotshell wads: 20 Ga. Wads for 10 & 12 Ga. Hulls 28 Ga. Wads for 16 Ga. Hulls 32 Ga. Wads for 20 Ga. Hulls .410 Wads for 28 Ga. Hulls I.F.S Co. High brass/Low brass. Therman Hermann. That 3.5" one that bassmaster posted isn't even the traditional integral basewad hull! far as the reloader is concerned. ), Gamebore White Gold, JSR, Gamebore Steal, Eley CT20, Hull Cartridge Pro 20 and Game with Cheddite primers BUT a few of the new high brass White Golds have needed the Fiocchi primers. this hull, produces a deep-set "ring-around-the-collar." Please go to Appearance > Sidebars and drag a widget into User Submit Sidebar. Can recommend it. Pick the hulls you have the most of and load them. I think I have figured out the difference between the tapered and straight wall, but there are so many different hulls it gets confusing. Stan, The two AA hulls with the box around the AA are the old Compression Formed hulls (note: dull finish of plastic). Unbeknownst to many hunters, shell length isnt determined on the loaded shell; instead, its measured before the crimp is applied. Promotional hulls are always suspect, because the metal of the head is (Different Always a w209 primer, clays, and I will swap Remington and Winchester wads in either hull. While the former is desirable for upland birds on the wing, its not where focused patterns are needed (i.e. 60 Yds. Contributor Brad Fenson is back in the kitchen with another recipe for uplanders across the continent. https://www.alliantpowder.com/reloaders ndex.aspx&, https://www.hodgdonreloading.com/reload ue&type=55. Or like Where to start to find a combination that's good to reload and good to shoot? Recommended use and restrictions on use Recommended use : Ammunition Restrictions on use : Uses other than . you hear guys talk about kents and chedditlite are the same hull. For instance, a crimped shell identified as 12-gauge, 2 inches will measure about 2 inches. I would only reload that one AA hull that has the boxed AA and very shiny plastic with a Mec reloader, or any other loader that pushes the primer into the hull using a tube from the inside of the hull. piece compression-formed hull to a three-piece assembled hull is close, but no cigar. If you were to bisect a Federal Field & Range branded plastic hull, you would see that the diameter of the hull is nearly identical all the way down. 3-1/2" hulls we find various plastic base colors. I know that lymans 5th is a good source, still there is alot of hulls that are out there that the 5th doesn't list. Did I at least quote myself somewhat accurately. But STS/NITRO 27 are best. I use the Federal primer, a CB2118 wad and 18.7gr Promo. Additionally, hunters found they had to select a larger shot size to achieve parity to leadwhereas the No. Eq. This stands for Dram Equivalent. The casing may be paper, plastic or metal (usually brass, Perhaps think about hurling these hulls. Field shotshell may have just "Western" on the brass, while the same type of Draper & Co.) I just acquired a bunch of 12 gauge once fired hullsa friend was cleaning out his garage. Paper hulls often produced pinhole burn-through(s) parallel to hull 7 Central & South America, Oceania & Unknowns. Sometimes the Ideal or smokeless powder. Understand what you are doing and why it must be done in a specific manner . The old low brass head were my favourite reloads but the new seem slightly different. Come join the discussion about targets, clays, hunting, gunsmithing, gear reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! If you don't feel comfortable loading those HS hulls with the shiny plastic with the box around the AA, "Don't". Cut one of these in half, and youll immediately see that the basewad is clearly made from a separate piece of plastic. Some shell boxes may show the velocity as Max. (maximum) or MAG. (magnum), which may indicate that the shells are loaded at or near the upper safety limit. This hull is made in a number of gauges. shell is generally a brass shotshell, but the headstamp may possibly be found on others), ALCAN (Alcan To my knowledge, there aren't any other manufacturers that make hulls that all load the same, and have for a long time, Federal has so many variations that I just gave up on them. Federal 12ga 3 IBW hull - new/primed/skived (100/bag) Item #: 0621230 Check for Availability. Get saltwater spray on the non-brass heads and youll quickly see the differencedegradation is rapid. Except BUCKSHOT hulls. Just a historical comment. Its the best choice for most hunting. in the early days of. Western which lasted until 1944. Seldom encountered, drop shot is nearly pure lead and is worthless as a pellet-making material. Alright, with hull bodies covered lets move on to basewad materials. What makes this so important is that the diameter of shotshell wads/gas seals can vary. And if torn away, it is the last item (behind the shot and wad) rolling slowly The easiest way to spot these is to look for the edge where the basewad meets the body; if you can spot a seam, youve got a two-piece. written on the casing) to aid in the identification of the shell. When using lead, No. Fed Top gun hulls are 1 oz of steel at 1600 fps. The old original Blue Magic hulls from the 1970's probably started it. Manufacturer recommendations printed on shotshell boxes are good resources, so use them for guidance when choosing a shot size. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. likely not to be seen again after short runs by manufacturers. for cheapness such as a Mouse & Cockroach promotional load at 7000PSI. Hull wall shape refers to the angle, and internal diameter of the hull walls, particularly where they meet the base. hulls. The same applies to 3- and 3-inch shells; theyre shorter in length before firing. C.C.C As a result, this hull works best with wads designed for straight-walled cases. into this hull.) Even vintage Winchester wads do not fit An * after the shell represents the Mandan (Creedmore Cartridge Co.)1890 Fast-burning propellants propel light payloads of shot to crush clays and down upland species, while medium- and slow-burning powders primarily serve as the propulsion source for pheasant, waterfowl, turkey, coyote and big-game (buckshot and slug) loads. Co. (same name)1845-1916, L.D.F No. steel or aluminum). Starting out, it's easiest to just start with 2-3/4 Remington hulls - all the 12s load the same and all the 20s load the same, whether GunClubs or upscale varieties (STS, Nitro, Clay and Field, etc). Good Luck and break em all. Most shotguns are chambered for 2-inch or 3-inch shells, with some guns being chambered at 3 inches. Its for aesthetics and marketing, nothing else. When using tapered hulls, optimum results will be obtained by using wads designed specifically for tapered walls. Cartridge Co.)modern. I have a section cut out of pretty much every hull I have ever reloaded. generally represents the brand name or purpose of the shotshell and may be For me at least, the AA's usually require much more tweaking to get a perfect crimp. Heres how to avoid the poseurs and choose the right one. PropellantWhen compared to modern, center-fire rifle cartridges, shotshells operate at relatively low pressures. Plastic hulls will typically be of the tapered, unibody designone-piece tube, such as used on Remington STS and Winchester AA HSor straight-wall, three-piece Reifenhauser, such as Federal Gold Medal Grand and Fiocchi. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. There is no internal "ring-around-the-collar" and they Manufacturers may change the internal base heights, internal base types, overall length of Some hulls such as the Winchester-AA compression formed Wesson) Head heights vary by manufacturer but are unimportant nowadays. :thumbsup: i just went down stairs and tore apart 3"black cloud hull it has a fiber basewad a 3.5 bc hull is plastic.i didn't it again after reloading a bunch up in lead the other day and this thread got me thinking.the 3.5 fed hull and bc hull was very very close when i took my verneers and measured them. The Campus Self-Defense Act recognizes the fact that danger doesn't disappear just because youve stepped onto campus grounds. 100% wool felt cushion wads are used inside the shot cup under the shot to fill unoccupied space in the hull. This is mainly Basewads are responsible for retaining the primer, as well as supporting the powder charge, so theyre obviously a pretty important component. There are several options available for receiving notifications of new posts to include via email, push notifications, Facebook, Twitter, Reddit, Discord, and more. Hunter In 1944 Olin Industries re-organized the Sometimes it is a yes Ned S. There`s a hull I.D. (E Remington: To better understand shotshells, lets look at each of the five primary components individually. Target hulls are usually made the same for years and years. Magnum (additional powder height) paper shotshells were made Maybe one of the experienced reloaders will put together a list of the different/same hulls to help us out. height. Antimony is an expensive and toxicyes, toxicmetal thats added to lead to increase hardness. In Shells that are shorter may be safely used, but using longer shells is extremely dangerous because the crimp wont be able to fully open when the shell is fired, and would result in an extreme pressure build-up that could damage or even explode your barrel. As weve already discussed, the basewad is the internal portion at the bottom of a shotshell hull. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. They are a green ribbed hull and load the exact same as the STS/ Nitro hulls. I would only reload that one AA hull that has the boxed AA and very shiny plastic with a Mec reloader, or any other loader that pushes the primer into the hull using a tube from the inside of the hull. The blackcloud fiber based ones are considerably taller and are solid (wound), with a slight taper. L.C Siner were on same corner of street i Philadelphia and operated Cheddite 10ga 3-1/2 (86mm) hulls (50/bag) Item #: 1391035. Then leave it, as it should be very close for the Rem's hulls as well, but they are never exactly the same. The onl only downside is the handle is harder to pull due to the steel base. Toughness of shot affects downrange performance, as misshapen pelletsthe product of a soft alloy going through setback, traversing the bore and chokemigrate to the fringe of the pattern and dont penetrate as deeply. Most 12-gauge shells contain 1 ounce, 1 1/8-ounce, or 1-ounce loads. First, on a one-piece wadwhich contains the gas seal and shot cupthe base prevents propellant gases from bypassing it. I plan to be a leader and inspire as many people as I can as I continue on my journey to achieving these goals.. You may still have a small pinhole in the final crimp, but the crimp will be tight. (Smiths Graphited Cartridge Co.), Star i still like fed's.after reloading cheddite hulls i noticed the brass loose on them to the point you could twist the around with ease.this is after 2 firings.oshay i was the one that asked you.and they did work fine for lead. The color of The reason for HIGH-BRASS goes Gauge 410 Bore. Put the Ballistic Products catalog in one hand and the telephone in your other. Additionally, as reported in Advantages Manual, 10th Ed., The cushion section, like shock absorbers on a car, compresses and smooths the spike of energy that drives the gas seal upward towards the pellets. It must also prevent the gas seal from tipping or collapsing. The Winchester AA Plus branded compression-formed plastic is a perfect example of one-piece construction. Use it!) with a higher brass head to protect against burn through. SHOTSHELL RELOADING DATA (12 GUAGE HUNTING) Compiled By Uncle Dave's Enterprise Updated 09/10/2007 . Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. All of the AA hulls will reload with the same components and I have loaded thousand and thousands of a mix of them and never had a problem. magnum). Made by WRA Co for them. But there is light at the end of this tunnel. In Stock. ** We'll see who stands tall and who is small. name) some have Phila, Pa also on stamp, Holiday Starting out, it's easiest to just start with 2-3/4 Remington hulls - all the 12s load the same and all the 20s load the same, whether GunClubs or upscale varieties (STS, Nitro, Clay and Field, etc). 20 Gauge 1 oz Hunting Shotshell Wads Power Piston One-Piece 250 count. Cartridges, Liberty Fed Gold Medal hulls are 1 3/8 oz of 5 at 1330. of the Olin Industries), (formerly New Haven )*, Krider Phila Most 12-gauge shells contain 1 ounce, 1 1/8-ounce, or 1-ounce loads. lengths and quite different internal volumes. Hull wall shape is probably the single most overlooked aspect of hull selection, which is a shame because it probably has the greatest impact on accuracy and consistency. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. operated by Sears Roebuck, shells usually made by Federal), FEDERAL CARTRIDGE COMPANY Hull I.D. Eley (John Krider)1845-1916. & C.C & T Co (Chamberlain Cartridge and Target Co.)1883 cut-rate load made for the sometime shooter. Read on for his take on this Thai-inspired fusion dish. 1870-1890. 4s are sufficient for smaller species, such as wood ducks and buffleheads. HUNTER ARMS COMPANY These hulls are special hulls Shotshell Items 1 to 266 Filter No icon name was supplied or your browser does not support SVG Refine By. That tiny bit probably won't change anything for you dav. Its amazing how many reloads you can get out of them. steel or aluminum). Hulls with plastic basewads tend to be more durable, and can be reloaded more times than those with paper basewads. may also be an indicator of manufacturer or if reloaded. I just stick with Remington and leave it alone. (1959 -present, White, yellow & black. You can adjust your machine several different times times, and ways to get this out. Even the mighty 3-inch 12-gauge only has a maximum average pressure (MAP) of 14,000 psi. must also be taken in to consideration for identification purposes. Excellent idea. I'm assuming that, because I have one in my other hand from when they first came out and they are definitely different. Used Peters shells exclusively. purchased by Dupont (Rem-UMC), Penguin Howard) or N.Y Club, OLIN The contents of If the basewad is beginning to separate from the hull wall, or looks deformed or damaged in any way, throw it out. Some plastic materials crimp Copyright 2023 National Rifle Association, Women On Target Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. Hammer Women Of Distinction Award, Women's Wildlife Management / Conservation Scholarship, National Youth Shooting Sports Cooperative Program, Video Review: Federal Premium Shorty Shotshells, New: Baschieri & Pellagri Helice Shotshells | An NRA Shooting Sports Journal, How-To: Winter Concealed-Carry | NRA Family, Weird (Ammunition) Science: Sabots, Buckshot & Blanks | NRA Family, Federal: Shooting Straight For Ten Decades | An Official Journal Of The NRA, Rising Shooting Stars: Kaeli-Gracyn Bourgoyne, Gov. The list goes on. back to paper hulls. Try to describe that over the telephone. (Paragon Shell Reloading Co.). 050-24352 | Remington. What makes this so important is that the diameter of shotshell wads/gas seals can vary. As the name implies, the walls are essentially completely straight. purchased by Federal, LM Co. * * (Elm cartridge Identification requires the identification of both the headstamp, Western purchased WRA Co. to form Winchester Western which lasted until 1944. In this article, were going [], MEC Super Sizer Die Set Converter To 12 Gauge. Having the right tools at hand can make or break your outdoor adventure! Given the wide range of barrel diameters permitted within SAAMI specifications (think of overbore barrels, too), thats no small feat. Reloaders, hurl this hull. A forum community dedicated to Shotgun owners and enthusiasts including the Remington, Beretta, and Mossberg shotguns brands. Refine by Gauge: 28 Gauge 20 Gauge. turkeys). 1965 - 1972 Prior to 1922 was called Federal Cartridge and Machine Co. with same Federal Headstamps) Currently owned by ATK (along with Speer, Estate, RCBS, Weaver etc), HERTERS 4. (Liberty Display Fireworks Co.) Flare PROMOTIONAL HULLS - Generally of cheap construction. ShotShot can be made from a variety of materials. We think of these Keep in mind that with all else equal, the heavier the shot charge, the greater the recoil! Federal uses a Saturn-shaped pellet in Black Cloud and Black Cloud TSS, while Winchester uses hexahedron shot in Blind Side. All Federal hulls Cartridge Company) Winchesters AA branded HS plastic is a great example of a tapered hull. Wives never miss when they shoot at their husbands. The FliteControl Flex and BXD have slits in the body to further aid separation. Now that weve reviewed these different design factors, hopefully youve got a better idea of what to look for when selecting the best hulls for reloading. I have some of the old original RXP hulls that preceded them. doubt they had their own headstamp. by: Higher-than-normal heads (i.e. Chilled shot, which has an antimony content upward of 2 percent, is harder but still somewhat soft. Inc. wad the STS (designated long ago) fits nicely in the Remington STS hull for An easy-to-use conversion table can be found on the internet. City Manufacturing Co.). Contributor Mike Roux takes his audience through a few factors that contribute to a successful hunt. Pictures of Sears Headstamps Thanks Cerberus for your guide to the hulls and primer sizes. Wad thickness is likewise critical to protecting the bore from the shot, which can be harder than the barrel itself. Champion (Blachford Cartridge Works, cases by WRA Co. I'm wondering if I could avoid using the over shot felt if I went with one of these slightly shorter hulls for RSI 130 and 133? The WW-HA reloads nicely, but you have to change many of your old the plastic or paper hull as well as the case size and the size of the brass rim find shell heads and I am often asked for values on these shells. higher brass indicated a more powerful paper shotshell - (i.e. The squishy fiber-based hulls need to be in brackets is Gauge is a measurement of the diameter of the shell case. In my last article, we discussed the popular misconception that brass height is somehow an indication of hull strength. Thus a fantasy was born! 1951 - 1971 That's instinct." or Steel Nitro or Steel Special (Chicago Arms Co.), Stoeger New Note; there is a big difference between fiber-base hulls and paper-base Many companies, such as Winchester may only place a Next, the velocity tells you how fast the shot leaves the muzzle and is usually specified in feet per second (fps). indicates the ability of the shell to be reloaded. Weridian), CT (same as name)*(1880 - 1934) Shotshells are the least understood type of ammunition. Selecting the Best Shotshell Hulls for Reloading In my last article, we discussed the popular misconception that brass height is somehow an indication of hull strength. It could be that, unlike rifle and handgun loads (i.e. Federal produces paper-base hulls and these are first-class hulls. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Reloaders Networkfocuses on firearms, shooting sports, reloading, bullet casting, and the related gear and accessories. The "Turtle & Snake" Select Quantity Add to cart Once fired STS Hulls. Original hull manufacturing equipment Link, Headstamps 7 instead of 5) and achieve similar energy levels. Often the original color or brand name may continue on (1887 to 1916) Must add the Rail Cover Set to your cart, one per order. Why? Made by Fiocchi, V.L & A, Chicago contents are marked, other times not. information cannot keep up with Remingtons many modifications. hulls from three different manufacturers we can expect to find four different Metal Detectoristsoften I still struggle trying to figure out the difference in hulls. Choose whats in your budget but will give you the best performance. For example, whereas lead has a density of 11.34 gr./cc, TSSs 18-plus gr./cc enables you to select a smaller pellet size (i.e. Velocities may range from 1,100 fps to near 1,400 fps. Pictures of RHA Headstamps 12; seldom are the extremes encountered. & Remington note what is written on the shell casing itself (either on the top wad or An old BC I have from when they first hit the shelves, the new one I just dug up, a #7 steel game load, and a #6 heavy field/pheasant load of some kind. Winchester Duck and Pheasant Loads and various other Winchester shot shells as Label components and reloads for quick and easy identification; 6. & Fern Co.), Baker & Check your gun barrel or owners manual to verify what maximum shell length your gun will accommodate. EX: AWestern Adjusting the cam on the final crimp is the key to getting the hole as small as possible. ***, GENERAL SHOTSHELL high brass) originated with paper hulls to prevent burn throughs from increased, magnum charges of smokeless propellant; with modern plastic hulls, however, elevated heads are unnecessary. plastic materials were tried.) 28 Gauge 3/4 oz Target Shotshell Wads Power Piston One-Piece 500 count. Norwestern (Northwest Cartridge Co.)1956-1957, N.Y.C gauge (A.L A.L Howard or Standard (A.L Howard Company)*1887-1884 Learn something every day, which I suppose means I can go back to bed. Reloading shot being made of either lead, steel, copper, bismuth or tungsten etc. A multitude of designs can be found to accomplish these tasks. the wind. I have no idea which loads Federal currently produces that have the 1pcs plastic hulls in 3" or I would be buying cases of them just to get the hulls.Federal also use the fiber base 3 1/2" hulls in their old tunsten/iron loads as I have several hundres of them also and were the same hulls I found in the 3 1/2"BC loads from which I got the BC hulls I loaded up to chrony and pattern. (Hibbard, Spencer and Bartlett) Wolf hulls are 1 1/4 oz of 6 at 1330 fps. Both load with data for the STS. to the Ammunition Manufacturers Association. may have periods in between letters. Paper basewads, though less desirable, are still fine for reloading provided you inspect your hulls properly. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations . Rocket (Sportsman International Cartridge Co.), Smiths Some three-inch hulls can run to Primers can vary slightly in size; for example, European primers are slightly larger than their American counterparts, so the reloader must be cognizant. a "?" Most loaders like the Remington's for the 12 and 20 gauge, while the Win. ALL Remington hulls load the same as do the older Win CF hulls. So I might stand corrected, O.W. Let's start with what we know: If you're reading Headstamps may have one or both of the markings listed. hulls are sometimes referred to as fiber-based, but this is in error. When will the whole damn base For turkeys thats been my go-to, while bismuth and HEVI-Shot are still my favorites for waterfowl; I do use some steel as well, in certain circumstances. Once fired, it will then measure 2 inches loads and various other Winchester shot shells as Label components reloads. Catalog in one hand and the telephone in your budget but will you! 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