16ga Handloads - Pressure Test Results

[Mike of the Mountain]

I'm with you. Speed doesn't kill when it comes to shotguns. I prefer 1600-1800 FPS, but I can live with 1200-1220 in some loads. You actually need a difference of 150 FPS or more to have any notable change of lead due to speed and then you're only talking 6"-8" of change of impact.

[Keith Doty]

Mike, I'm a much better shot without the thinking part, just react. I can talk myself out of nearly any shot any day!

[Roundsworth]

I have never assembled loads with non-toxic shot. Do you weigh each charge of shot, or do you use a 7/8 ounce bushing to meter by volume?

[Mike of the Mountain]

Originally Posted by Keith Doty

Mike, I'm a much better shot without the thinking part, just react. I can talk myself out of nearly any shot any day!

Keith, I never missed a bird or a clay due to the speed of my shotshells. When I miss it's always by 8".