Description
The BP Privilege Game 12 GA 6 Shot is a premium field load from Baschieri and Pellagri, the Italian shotshell maker better known to hunters as B and P. It packs 1-1/5 ounces of #6 lead shot into a standard 2-3/4 inch 12 gauge hull at a published velocity of about 1,325 fps, using a biodegradable wad. Each box holds 25 rounds.
What Sets the BP Privilege Game 12 GA 6 Shot Apart
The company has been building shotshells in Italy for well over a century, and the company is known for consistent powders, well-designed wads and high-quality hulls used by clay competitors around the world. The Privilege Game line brings that same attention to detail to hunting loads.
The 1-1/5 ounce payload sits between a standard 1-1/8 ounce field load and a heavy 1-1/4 ounce magnum. That extra shot adds pellets to the pattern without jumping to a 3 inch shell, and #6 shot is a classic choice for pheasants, rabbits, squirrels and late-season birds that take more energy to bring down cleanly.
B and P uses a biodegradable wad in this load. That is a thoughtful touch for hunters on private land and public ground alike, since plastic wads can remain in fields for years.
Hunting With the BP Privilege Game 12 GA 6 Shot
As an upland game load, #6 lead at about 1,325 fps delivers good pellet energy out to typical upland distances. Many pheasant hunters prefer #5 or #6 for roosters flushing at 25 to 40 yards, while #7-1/2 or #8 is more common for quail, dove and grouse.
Recoil is noticeable but manageable. A 1-1/5 ounce load at this velocity kicks more than a light target load, so a well-fitted gun and a good recoil pad help during a long day in the field.
These are lead pheasant hunting shells. Many wildlife areas, waterfowl production areas and federal lands require non-toxic shot for upland hunting as well as waterfowl, so check the rules for the specific ground you hunt. Choose improved cylinder or modified for close-flushing birds, and pattern the load before the season.
BP Privilege Game 12 GA 6 Shot Specifications
- Brand: B and P (Baschieri and Pellagri)
- Line: Privilege Game
- Part Number: 12B15PG6
- Gauge: 12 GA
- Shell Length: 2-3/4 inch
- Payload: 1-1/5 oz lead shot
- Shot Size: #6
- Velocity: approx. 1,325 fps (published data)
- Wad: biodegradable
- Rounds per Box: 25 (10 boxes per case)
- UPC: 878122008382
Why Upland Hunters Choose the BP Privilege Game 12 GA 6 Shot
This load is aimed at hunters who value consistent, well-built shells and are willing to pay a little more for them. It pairs a slightly heavier payload with the quality components B and P is known for.
The trade-off is cost. Premium Italian field loads generally cost more than promotional game loads from big domestic brands. For casual rabbit or squirrel hunting, a less expensive 1-1/8 ounce load may be all you need; for wild pheasants and late-season birds, the extra payload and quality can be worth it.
Browse the MAG5 Firearms ammunition selection for more upland and field loads, and visit B and P Ammunition for the full lineup.
Store shells in a cool, dry place and keep boxes closed until use, since moisture can swell paper or plastic hulls and affect feeding.
Who it is for: upland hunters with a 12 gauge who want a premium 1-1/5 ounce #6 lead load for pheasants, rabbits and similar game. Follow all federal, state and local hunting regulations, including non-toxic shot rules where they apply, when using the BP Privilege Game 12 GA 6 Shot.
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