Description
NobelSport Plumbum 20 GA #1 Buckshot shells give 20 gauge owners a serious defensive and close-range hunting load. Each 2-3/4 inch shell carries nine number 1 buckshot pellets, rated by the distributor at 1300 feet per second. Number 1 buck is one of the most effective sizes for a 20 gauge, offering pellets large enough for deep penetration while still fitting enough of them in the smaller hull to produce a useful pattern.
NobelSport builds its hunting and defense shells on the same equipment and to the same standards as its well-known target shells, using hard, high-antimony shot and quality 209 primers.
Why Owners Choose This 20 Gauge Buckshot
- Nine #1 buckshot pellets per shell
- Rated 1300 fps from a 2-3/4 inch 20 gauge hull
- Hard, high-antimony shot for even patterns
- Quality NobelSport 209 primers for dependable ignition
- Packed 10 rounds per box, NobelSport item ANS201BK10
NobelSport Plumbum 20 GA #1 Buckshot Features
- Plumbum buckshot line from NobelSport
- Well suited to home defense and close-range hog or predator hunting
- Manageable 20 gauge recoil for smaller-framed shooters
- Plastic hulls that resist moisture and feed reliably
Buckshot patterns spread as distance increases, so inside a typical home the pattern may be only a few inches wide. Every pellet that leaves the muzzle is your responsibility, so know your target and what lies beyond it, and consider walls, neighbors and family members when planning a home defense setup.
A weapon-mounted light, a sling and a way to carry spare shells on the gun can make a home defense shotgun far more practical. Spend time practicing loading and clearing malfunctions until they become second nature.
Number 1 buckshot measures about .30 inch in diameter, larger than number 4 buck and smaller than 00 buck. In a 20 gauge, that size is widely regarded as a sweet spot, since it keeps each pellet heavy enough for adequate penetration while still putting a reasonable number of pellets on target. Many defensive shotgun instructors recommend it specifically for 20 gauge owners.
Recoil in a 20 gauge is light enough that most shooters can practice with defensive buckshot loads without discomfort. Firing a few rounds of the exact shell you plan to keep in the gun confirms that it cycles reliably and shows you exactly where the pattern lands relative to your sights.
Specifications
- Brand: NobelSport (imported by Eurosports)
- Product Line: Plumbum Buckshot
- Gauge: 20
- Shell Length: 2-3/4 inch
- Shot Size: #1 Buck
- Pellet Count: 9
- Velocity: 1300 fps (distributor rating)
- Quantity: 10 rounds
- Item: ANS201BK10
- UPC: 837913004173
Why Choose 20 Gauge for Home Defense
Many people find a 12 gauge hard to handle, especially in a light pump or semi-auto. A 20 gauge delivers much of the same close-range effectiveness with noticeably less recoil, which makes follow-up shots faster and practice more pleasant. Home defense shotgun shells loaded with #1 buck are a popular middle ground between smaller birdshot, which may not penetrate adequately, and heavier buckshot loads that punish the shooter.
A 9 pellet buck load also works well for hogs, coyotes and other predators at close range where legal. As with any shotgun load, patterning your gun at realistic distances is the best way to know how it performs.
Homeowners, farmers and hunters who keep a 20 gauge pump, semi-auto or double for defense or close-range hog and predator work will get the most from this load. Pattern it at 7, 15 and 25 yards in your own shotgun before relying on it, and follow all federal, state and local laws.
Store shells in a cool, dry place in the original box so the lot number stays with them. Rotate defensive shells periodically, since shells kept loaded in a tube magazine for long periods can take on dents or moisture.
Browse the MAG5 Firearms ammunition selection for more shotgun loads, and visit NobelSport for manufacturer information.
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