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12 Gauge

The 12 Gauge is the most popular shotgun shell in the world, thanks in no small part to its almost universal usage by law enforcement and military organizations. The best 12 Gauge ammo depends on what you’re doing. Choose a slug or 00 buckshot for deer hunting and home defense; steel shot for waterfowl; #5 for turkey or pheasant; #7.5 shot for trap, sporting clays and upland game; or #9 shot for skeet. (Those shot sizes aren’t set in stone – just jumping off points.)
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  1. 250rds – 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun 2-3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo 250rds – 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun 2-3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $89.95
    $0.36/ppr

    34 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1180     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  2. 250rds - 12 Gauge Winchester Super-X Heavy Game 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #4 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Winchester Super-X Heavy Game 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #4 Shot Ammo Video

    $99.95

    $89.95

    $0.36/ppr

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    Bullet type
    #4 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1255     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  3. 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Heavy Target Shooting Dynamics 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Heavy Target Shooting Dynamics 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    34 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1200     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  4. 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Target Shooting Dynamics 1 1/8oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo 2 3/4 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Target Shooting Dynamics 1 1/8oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo 2 3/4
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    28 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1165     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  5. 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Target Shooting Dynamics 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Target Shooting Dynamics 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

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    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1200     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  6. 250rds - 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun Target Load 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun Target Load 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr
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    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1145     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  7. 250rds - 12 Gauge Remington Gun Club 2 3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot 250rds - 12 Gauge Remington Gun Club 2 3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    7 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1185     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  8. 250rds - 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun Target Load 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #9 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun Target Load 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #9 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    33 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #9 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1145     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  9. 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Heavy Target Shooting Dynamics 2 3/4" 1oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Heavy Target Shooting Dynamics 2 3/4" 1oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

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    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1200     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  10. 250rds - 12 Gauge Federal Target Load 2 3/4" 3 Dram 1 1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Federal Target Load 2 3/4" 3 Dram 1 1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    45 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1200     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  11. 250rds – 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun 2-3/4" 1oz. #7.5 Shot Ammo 250rds – 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun 2-3/4" 1oz. #7.5 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    36 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1180     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  12. 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Game & Target 2 3/4" 1 1/8 oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Game & Target 2 3/4" 1 1/8 oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

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    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1250     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  13. 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Texas Dove 2 3/4" 1 1/8 oz. #8 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Texas Dove 2 3/4" 1 1/8 oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    17 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1250     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  14. 250rds - 12 Gauge Winchester Super-X Game Loads 2 3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Winchester Super-X Game Loads 2 3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    17 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1290     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  15. 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Game and Target 2 3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Game and Target 2 3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    2 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1250     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  16. 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Light Target Shooting Dynamics 2 3/4" 1oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Light Target Shooting Dynamics 2 3/4" 1oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

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    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1170     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  17. 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Target Shooting Dynamics 2 3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Target Shooting Dynamics 2 3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    8 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1170     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  18. 250rds - 12ga Fiocchi 2 3/4" 7/8oz. #7.5 Shot Target Load 250rds - 12ga Fiocchi 2 3/4" 7/8oz. #7.5 Shot Target Load
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

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    18 In Stock

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    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1350     Bullet Weight
    7/8 oz.
  19. 250rds - 12 Gauge Federal Ultra Clay & Field 2-3/4" 1-1/8 Ounce #7-1/2 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Federal Ultra Clay & Field 2-3/4" 1-1/8 Ounce #7-1/2 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

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    31 In Stock

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    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1145     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  20. 250rds – 12 Gauge Estate Super Sport Competition Target 2-3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo 250rds – 12 Gauge Estate Super Sport Competition Target 2-3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    17 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1235     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  21. 250rds – 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun 2-3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo 250rds – 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun 2-3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    30 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1300     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  22. 250rds – 12 Gauge Fiocchi Shooting Dynamics 2-3/4" 1-1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo 250rds – 12 Gauge Fiocchi Shooting Dynamics 2-3/4" 1-1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    23 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1280     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  23. 250rds – 12 Gauge Fiocchi 2-3/4" 1-1/8oz. #7.5 Shot Ammo 250rds – 12 Gauge Fiocchi 2-3/4" 1-1/8oz. #7.5 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    1 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1250     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  24. 250rds – 12 Gauge Fiocchi 3 Gun Match 2-3/4" 1-1/8oz. #7.5 Shot Ammo 250rds – 12 Gauge Fiocchi 3 Gun Match 2-3/4" 1-1/8oz. #7.5 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    4 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1200     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  25. 250rds – 12 Gauge Fiocchi 2-3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo 250rds – 12 Gauge Fiocchi 2-3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    25 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1250     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  26. 250rds – 12 Gauge Winchester Super Target 2-3/4" 1oz. #7.5 Shot Ammo 250rds – 12 Gauge Winchester Super Target 2-3/4" 1oz. #7.5 Shot Ammo
    $94.95
    $0.38/ppr

    24 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1250     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  27. 250rds - 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun Target Load 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun Target Load 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo
    $95.75
    $0.38/ppr

    34 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1145     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  28. 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Game and Target 2 3/4" 1oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Game and Target 2 3/4" 1oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo
    $98.95
    $0.4/ppr

    4 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1250     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  29. 250rds - 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun Target Load 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #8 Shot Pink Hull Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun Target Load 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #8 Shot Pink Hull Ammo
    $99.95
    $0.4/ppr

    14 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1145     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  30. 250rds - 12 Gauge Remington Gun Club 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Remington Gun Club 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $99.95
    $0.4/ppr

    33 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1145     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  31. 250rds - 12 Gauge Remington Gun Club 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Remington Gun Club 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo
    $99.95
    $0.4/ppr

    30 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1145     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  32. 250rds - 12 Gauge Winchester Super Target 2 3/4" 1oz. 2 3/4 Dram #7 1/2 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Winchester Super Target 2 3/4" 1oz. 2 3/4 Dram #7 1/2 Shot Ammo
    $99.95
    $0.4/ppr

    11 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1180     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  33. 250rds – 12 Gauge Stars and Stripes 2-3/4" 1-1/8oz. #7.5 Shot Ammo 250rds – 12 Gauge Stars and Stripes 2-3/4" 1-1/8oz. #7.5 Shot Ammo
    $99.95
    $0.4/ppr

    35 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1250     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  34. 250rds – 12 Gauge Fiocchi 2-3/4" 1-1/8oz. #9 Shot Ammo 250rds – 12 Gauge Fiocchi 2-3/4" 1-1/8oz. #9 Shot Ammo
    $99.95
    $0.4/ppr

    11 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #9 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1165     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  35. 250rds – 12 Gauge Federal Ultra Clay & Field 2-3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo 250rds – 12 Gauge Federal Ultra Clay & Field 2-3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $104.95
    $0.42/ppr

    26 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1290     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  36. 250rds - 12 Gauge Federal Game Shok 2 3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Federal Game Shok 2 3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $105.00
    $0.42/ppr

    1 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1290     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  37. 100rds – 12 Gauge Fiocchi Texas White Wing 2-3/4" 1-1/8oz. #7.5 Shot Ammo 100rds – 12 Gauge Fiocchi Texas White Wing 2-3/4" 1-1/8oz. #7.5 Shot Ammo
    $42.95
    $0.43/ppr

    6 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1250     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  38. 25rds – 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun 2-3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo 25rds – 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun 2-3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $10.95
    $0.44/ppr

    139 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1180     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  39. 25rds – 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun Target Load 2-3/4" 1-1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo 25rds – 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun Target Load 2-3/4" 1-1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $10.95
    $0.44/ppr

    66 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1145     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  40. 25rds - 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun Target Load 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #7 1/2 Shot 25rds - 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun Target Load 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #7 1/2 Shot
    $10.95
    $0.44/ppr

    20 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1145     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  41. 25rds - 12 Gauge Remington Gun Club 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo 25rds - 12 Gauge Remington Gun Club 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #7 1/2 Shot Ammo
    $10.95
    $0.44/ppr

    59 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1145     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  42. 250rds – 12 Gauge Fiocchi 2-3/4" 9 Pellet #1 Buckshot Ammo 250rds – 12 Gauge Fiocchi 2-3/4" 9 Pellet #1 Buckshot Ammo

    $154.95

    $109.95

    $0.44/ppr

    35 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #1 Buck     Muzzle Velocity
    1250     Bullet Weight
    Not Applicable
  43. 25rds - 12 Gauge NSI Trap 2 3/4" 3 Dram 1 1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo 25rds - 12 Gauge NSI Trap 2 3/4" 3 Dram 1 1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $11.00
    $0.44/ppr

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    29 In Stock

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    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  44. 250rds - 12 Gauge Federal Game Shok Heavy Field 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #6 Shot Ammo 250rds - 12 Gauge Federal Game Shok Heavy Field 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #6 Shot Ammo
    $114.95
    $0.46/ppr

    19 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #6 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1255     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  45. 25rds - 12 Gauge Winchester Super-X Game Loads 2 3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo 25rds - 12 Gauge Winchester Super-X Game Loads 2 3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $11.95
    $0.48/ppr

    4 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1290     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  46. 25rds – 12 Gauge Fiocchi Game and Target 2-3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo 25rds – 12 Gauge Fiocchi Game and Target 2-3/4" 1oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $11.95
    $0.48/ppr

    12 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1250     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.
  47. 25rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Heavy Target Shooting Dynamics 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo 25rds - 12 Gauge Fiocchi Heavy Target Shooting Dynamics 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $11.95
    $0.48/ppr

    20 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1200     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  48. 25rds - 12 Gauge Winchester Super Target 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. 2 3/4 Dram #7 1/2 Shot Ammo 25rds - 12 Gauge Winchester Super Target 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. 2 3/4 Dram #7 1/2 Shot Ammo
    $11.95
    $0.48/ppr

    174 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #7-1/2 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1145     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  49. 25rds - 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun Target Load 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo 25rds - 12 Gauge Federal Top Gun Target Load 2 3/4" 1 1/8oz. #8 Shot Ammo
    $11.95
    $0.48/ppr

    40 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #8 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1145     Bullet Weight
    1-1/8 oz.
  50. 25rds - 12 Gauge Remington Game Load 2 3/4" 1oz. #6 Shot Ammo 25rds - 12 Gauge Remington Game Load 2 3/4" 1oz. #6 Shot Ammo
    $11.95
    $0.48/ppr

    177 In Stock

    Bullet type
    #6 Shot     Muzzle Velocity
    1290     Bullet Weight
    1 oz.

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Common 12 Gauge Questions

What Does “Gauge” Mean in 12 Gauge?

Shotguns and shotgun ammunition are classified by “gauge,” which is a measurement of the diameter of the barrel. Gauge is determined by the number of lead balls equal to the size of the bore that would be needed to weigh a pound. For 12 gauge, it would take 12 lead balls of the barrel’s diameter to weight a pound. The smaller the number in gauge, the larger the firearm’s diameter. 12-gauge shotguns have an internal barrel diameter, or “caliber,” of .729 inches.

What is the Difference Between 12-Gauge Buckshot and Birdshot?

Two of the most common loads for 12-gauge ammunition are buckshot and birdshot. Buckshot, which is used for deer hunting and other medium-sized game, has larger pellets, which means it hits the target with greater impact and drives deeper penetration. Because the pellets are larger, usually about .6 inches to .2 inches, buckshot loads have fewer total pellets. Birdshot loads are smaller but pack more total pellets. They are used for harvesting game birds ranging from crows to geese, and vary in size from .069 inches to over .2 inches. (There is some overlap in pellet size between birdshot and buckshot.)

What is 12-Gauge Ammo Should I Select for Deer Hunting?

For deer hunting, you will want either buckshot or slugs. As we discussed above, buckshot consists of larger pellets for deep penetration, which is needed to reach a deer’s vitals. The advantage of buckshot is that you have a spread with multiple projectiles, so you are more likely to hit the target’s vitals.

Slugs are a single projectile; essentially, a shotgun bullet. They have one solid piece, usually made from steel or lead, and they fire a heavy projectile that does maximum devastation to the target. Slugs are recommended when the shot is at a greater distance.

Is 12 Gauge Ammo Reliable for Home Defense?

There’s no question that a 12-gauge shotgun can do devastating damage to anyone threatening your home or family. The issue with 12-gauge is that it may actually be too much for home defense, as over-penetration is a real threat with this shotshell. The advantage of a 12-gauge is that they offer a spread, so you are more likely to hit a target in a tense, panicked situation. The disadvantage is that they have a lower shot capacity compared to many handguns. If you choose to protect your home with a 12-gauge shotgun, be sure to select an ammunition product made specifically for self-defense, which are usually buckshot loads with 2.75-inch shells.

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