Description
Federal Gold Medal Paper GMT117 8 shotshells bring the classic look and feel of a paper hull to the 12 gauge clay field. Each 2-3/4 inch shell carries 1-1/8 ounces of number 8 extra-high-antimony lead shot at a published muzzle velocity of about 1145 feet per second, roughly 461 pellets, loaded behind a modern wad and a brass head. Each box holds 25 shells.
- A Paper Hull Built for Serious Clays
- Federal Gold Medal Paper GMT117 8 Specifications
- Tips for the Clays Field
A Paper Hull Built for Serious Clays
Gold Medal Paper has long been a favorite of dedicated clay target shooters. Federal kept the paper hull that so many shooters love and paired it with a high-quality brass head, harder shot and modern wad options, so the shells look and feel traditional while performing like a current competition load.
Extra-high-antimony lead shot is engineered for a balance of hardness and density. Harder pellets deform less during firing, so more of them stay round and deliver even patterns with plenty of downrange energy.
A brass head helps the shell cycle and extract smoothly, whether you shoot an over-and-under, a semi-auto or a pump. Paper hulls are also easy to tell apart from plastic on a busy station.
Federal Gold Medal Paper GMT117 8 Specifications
These figures follow Federal’s published data for item GMT117 8. Federal’s product page lists UPC 604544625998, which matches this listing. Federal notes that these loads do not qualify for Olympic or international competitions.
- Brand: Federal Premium
- Product line: Gold Medal Paper
- Manufacturer item number: GMT117 8
- Gauge: 12 gauge
- Shell length: 2-3/4 inch
- Hull: paper with brass head
- Shot: 1-1/8 ounces of number 8 extra-high-antimony lead shot
- Approximate pellet count: 461
- Muzzle velocity: about 1145 fps
- Usage: competition and target shooting
- Rounds per box: 25
Tips for the Clays Field
Use Federal Gold Medal Paper GMT117 8 only in shotguns chambered for 2-3/4 inch or longer 12 gauge shells.
Keep paper hulls dry. Moisture can soften paper, so carry them in a bag or pouch on wet days.
Pattern your gun with this load so you know how your chokes perform at the distances you shoot most.
Always wear eye and ear protection on the course.
Federal Gold Medal Paper GMT117 8 ammo is a smooth choice for trap, skeet and sporting clays shooters who love the feel of paper hulls.
Number 8 shot puts a dense pattern of pellets in the air, which makes it a favorite for skeet, close and mid-range sporting targets and 16-yard trap.
A 1-1/8 ounce payload is the traditional full trap and sporting load, putting plenty of pellets in the air for tougher targets.
Many competitive shooters buy several boxes of Federal Gold Medal Paper GMT117 8 shells from the same lot before a big shoot. One lot keeps recoil, sound and timing the same from station to station.
If you reload, a paper hull with a brass head can be reloaded with the right components. Always use published reloading data that matches the hull and wad you are using.
Store paper hull shells in a cool, dry place in their original box, and shoot a few practice rounds with Federal Gold Medal Paper GMT117 8 ammunition before a match so your timing matches the load you will use when it counts.\n\nTrap, skeet and sporting clays each reward a different style of shooting, but all three depend on consistency. When every shell in the box feels and patterns the same, you can focus on your mount, your move and your follow-through. That consistency is a big part of why serious shooters stick with Federal Gold Medal Paper GMT117 8 shells once they find a load they like.
At about 1145 fps, this is the lowest-velocity 1-1/8 ounce load in the Gold Medal Paper 12 gauge lineup, a good fit for 16-yard trap and skeet shooters who prefer a milder load for long practice sessions.
Practicing between tournaments? Throw your own targets with the MTM EZ-3 clay target thrower, or read more on Federal’s Gold Medal Paper GMT117 8 page.
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