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Archive: 2024

Fiocchi Golden Turkey TSS: Ideal Choice for Turkey Season

Thursday, April 04, 2024
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: News
Tags: fiocchigoldenturkeytss, tungstenshotgunshells, turkeyhunting

March 2024 – Fiocchi, a global leader in defensive, target, and hunting ammunition, continues to meet the call of avid turkey hunters who appreciate the devastating knockdown power of Tungsten Super Shot. Boasting dense patterns, deep penetration, and unparalleled long-range performance, Fiocchi’s Golden Turkey TSS raises the bar for turkey hunters seeking superior results. 

Available in three-inch offerings for 12-gauge, 20-gauge, 28-gauge, and .410 bore, this ammunition is engineered to provide hard-hitting knockdown power, ensuring hunters are equipped for success in the field. The key to the Golden Turkey TSS’s exceptional performance lies in the use of the finest 18g/cc tungsten shot, ensuring the most consistent patterns on the market.

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Do High-Rib Shotguns Improve Your Performance?

Thursday, April 04, 2024
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: Briefs
Tags: claysshooting, highribshotguns, trapshooting

High-rib shotguns, or simply ‘high-ribs’, are not your typical shotguns. They are characterized by an elevated rib—the part that guides your eye to the target—extending from the rear to the muzzle of the barrel. This heightened design is not just for aesthetics; it serves a key purpose. It allows the shooter to adopt a more upright, comfortable head position, reducing neck strain and promoting better posture. This comfort translates into more focused, accurate shooting sessions, the first step towards improving performance.

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The Knockdown Power of Waterfowl Duplex Shotgun Loads

Saturday, March 30, 2024
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: Briefs
Tags: duplexshotgunshells, waterfowlhunting, waterfowlshotgunshells

Waterfowl Duplex Shotgun Loads, often referred to as duplex loads, are a type of shotgun shell designed to facilitate effective waterfowl hunting. They consist of two or more different sizes of shot layered or mixed together within the same shell. This combination allows the shooter to benefit from the characteristics of both shot sizes simultaneously. Typically, the larger shot is used to maintain lethal energy at longer ranges, while the smaller shot provides a denser pattern for close-range shooting.

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Are Shotgun Palm Swells Worth the Hype?

Saturday, March 30, 2024
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: Briefs
Tags: palmswellgrip, palmswellstock, shotgunpalmswell

Shotgun palm swells have long been a topic of debate among shooters. Some swear by them, claiming they improve their accuracy and control, while others argue that they have little to no effect on shooting performance.

Proponents of palm swells argue that they provide a more ergonomic grip, allowing for better control and shot placement. The larger grip surface area can help to distribute recoil more evenly, reducing felt recoil and allowing for quicker follow-up shots. Additionally, some shooters find that the palm swell fills the hand more completely, resulting in a more secure and stable grip on the shotgun.

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Breda America Introduce Two Competition-Ready Shotguns in Time for 3-Gun Season

Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Written by Irwin Greenstein
Categories: News

Easton, Md. (March 2024) – Breda America, a Banshee Brands LLC, brand and renowned Italian manufacturer of firearms, proudly unveils its latest innovations catering to the discerning needs of competitive shooters worldwide. Introducing the Breda B12i/T4 and the Breda B12i/T4 X Competition Grade shotguns, meticulously engineered to elevate performance standards in the realm of 3-gun competitions.

Designed from the ground up as a competition-ready platform, the Breda B12i/T4 boasts unparalleled firing cycle speed, surpassing most factory shotguns on the market. Trusted by elite shooting teams in IPSC competitions across standard and modified divisions, this shotgun delivers exceptional speed, precision, and reliability under pressure.

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Back to Basics with the Orvis Wingshooting School at the Mays Pond Sporting Grounds

Monday, March 25, 2024
Written by Irwin Greenstein
Categories: Wingshooting
Tags: orvismayspond, orviswingshootingschool, wingshootinginstruction

Just because a clay target is called a “bird” doesn’t mean it has a brain, wings or instincts. For someone stepping from a skeet field into pheasant field it can be a humbling (and expensive) lesson to learn that the techniques and temperament acquired with clays shooting don’t automatically make us great wingshooters. Sometimes, after a disappointing performance on the prairies of North Dakota or the plantations of South Georgia, have put on our big-boy pants and admit it’s back to school.

Chances are that with a weathered tool bag of clays-shooting skills you’ll only need a tune-up to consistently bringing down those upland game birds – actually, fine-tuning the fundamentals summed up by the instructors as the Orvis Mays Pond Sporting Grounds in Monticello, Florida as “style.”

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The Legacy of Hunter Arms Shotguns

Monday, March 25, 2024
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: Briefs
Tags: hunterarmsshotguns, lcsmithshotguns, vintageamericanshotguns

In the late 19th century, the small town of Fulton, New York, became the birthplace of Hunter Arms Company. Created by a pair of ambitious individuals, John and Andrew Hunter, the company started its operation in a modest foundry. The brothers’ vision was to craft a line of shotguns that would be unrivaled in quality and craftsmanship, making the name “Hunter Arms” synonymous with excellence in the field of firearm manufacturing.

By the late 1930s Hunter Arms’ survival was in question. It filed for bankruptcy as World War II was coming to an end. The business was subsequently sold to Marlin Firearms in 1945, and management ran it as the L. C. Smith Gun Company. By 1950 the Fulton plant was closed and the L.C. Smith Gun Company was fully integrated into the Marlin factory in Connecticut.

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Choosing the Perfect Clays-Shooting Instructor for You

Sunday, March 24, 2024
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: Briefs
Tags: clayshootinginstructors, shotguninstructors, wingshootinginstructors

Before you start your search for a clays-shooting instructor, it’s important to identify your goals and expectations. Are you looking to get started with clays-shooting as a beginner? Or are you an experienced shooter looking to improve your skills or compete at a higher level? Establishing your goals will help you find an instructor who specializes in your area of interest and can provide the targeted coaching you need.

Consider your learning style and what type of instruction you respond to best. Some people prefer a more hands-on approach, while others might benefit from a more theoretical style of teaching. Understanding your personal needs can help you choose an instructor who is best suited to your style of learning.

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A Brief Explanation of Shot Strings

Monday, March 18, 2024
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: Briefs
Tags: shotgunshells, shotgunshooting, shotgunstring

Shot strings refer to the formation and spread of the pellets after they are fired from the shotgun. When a shotgun is fired, multiple pellets are propelled in a cluster, with the formation and spacing of these pellets forming the shot string. The concept of shot string is crucial in shotgun shooting as it influences the shooting pattern and the subsequent damage on the target.

The length and spread of the shot string can depend on several factors. These include the type of shotgun used, the kind of ammunition, and the barrel choke. Moreover, external factors such as wind speed and direction, the distance to the target, and even the shooter’s technique can drastically affect the shot string. Therefore, understanding these variables is key for any shooter looking to enhance their shotgun performance.

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How to Shoot the Different Sizes of Clay Targets

Saturday, March 16, 2024
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: Briefs
Tags: claytargetshooting, claytargetsizes, differenttypesofclaytargets

When it comes to clay pigeon shooting, one of the critical components that can affect your performance is the size of the clay targets. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned shooter, understanding the different sizes of clay targets can make a significant difference in honing your shooting skills and your overall shooting experience. Let’s embark on a journey to learn about the various clay target sizes, how they impact shooting techniques and their role in competitive shooting.

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