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I don't reload and use RST exclusively for both clays and upland hunting.
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same here for the old guns, but then again - I don't shoot a lot of clays so that keeps the cost down.
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As long as the barrels are in good condition and the stock is solid I can't possibly see how any of the Remington STS loads could possibly hurt that gun.
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1 Oz. handloads with 800X
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04-09-2012, 10:21 PM | #7 | ||||||
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Remington STS hulls, Claybuster XXL wads, 7/8oz of #8s. I shoot them in an 8-1/2 pound VH 12 with 32" barrels, choked full and fuller. Like shooting a 22.
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04-09-2012, 10:24 PM | #8 | ||||||
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I reload 12,16,20 and 28 gauge. All light loads. I like the convenience of being able to taylor my loads. I shoot 1oz.in 12 gauge and 16 gauge. 3/4oz. in 20 and 28 gauge.
I have shot a lot of RST's though and for those that don't reload they are the way to go in my opinion.
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04-10-2012, 01:39 AM | #9 | ||||||
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All my 12ga target loads are 1oz 1150fps. Do an experiment and count the pellet difference between 1oz and 1-1/8oz in #8 shot. You'll be amazed at how few it is. You could shoot 1-1/8oz 1150fps loads in that gun 24/7 for yrs and not even loosen it up.
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I shoot 7/8 oz 6000 PSI handloads for targets and nickle plated shot full boogie factory loads for pheasants!
For waterfowl I load moderate pressure short ten's with Nice Shot and shoot factory Kent Impact and Bismuth in 12 gauge. I have used factory "promotional" 12 gauge rounds in 10 gauge Damascus with gauge mates with great success. The larger bore (11% surface area) will allow more room for the pressure to expand and produce somewhat less peak pressure. I'd shoot the same in a fluid steel Parker 10 gauge if I could ever find one within my limited price range... The bottom line for me is for everyday shooting I keep the pressure and recoil low in 100+ year old guns. But for a few dozen shots at game each season I trust my Parkers (which are in good condition and have appropriate Minimum Barrel Wall Thickness) to safely shoot factory loads. PS: If you do not handload I suggest visiting someone who does to watch and help. You might make a new friend and discover how fasinating loading your own ammo can be!!! Mark
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