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Are 3 ½-Inch Shells Worth It?

It depends who you ask. Our shotguns expert breaks down the benefits and drawbacks of shooting big shells
ByPhil Bourjaily
Sep 02, 2025
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The Latest Rifle and Shotgun Ammo From the 2023 SHOT Show

ByPhil Bourjaily &Richard Mann
Jan 20, 2023
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The Best Hunting and Fishing Gear of 2022

ByThe Editors
Nov 29, 2022
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Thinking About Jumping on the 20-Gauge Waterfowl Gun Bandwagon? Read This First

ByPhil Bourjaily
Oct 06, 2022
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The Best Turkey Loads of 2025

ByPhil Bourjaily
Aug 26, 2022
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Pattern a Shotgun: How to Dial In Your Choke and Load Before the Season

ByPhil Bourjaily
Aug 24, 2022
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Shotgun Ammo

Does It Really Make Sense to Handload Ammunition Anymore?

ByRichard Mann
Apr 25, 2022
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Gunfight: 12 Gauge vs. 20 Gauge for Waterfowl and Upland Birds

ByPhil Bourjaily
Mar 30, 2022
Two classic hunting shotguns.
Shotgun Ammo

Turns Out, It’s OK to Shoot Steel Through Old Shotguns (Sort of)

ByPhil Bourjaily
Jul 16, 2021
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Shotgun Ammo

How to Build Up a 10-Year Ammo Supply (And Not Ruin it In The Process)

ByRichard Mann
Jun 09, 2021
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Shotgun Ammo

Why 20-Gauge Slugs Are Better Than 12-Gauge Slugs

ByJoseph Albanese
Apr 27, 2021
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Shotgun Ammo

The 10 Best Shotgun Loads for Waterfowl Hunting

ByPhil Bourjaily
Aug 03, 2020
A late-season hunter hides in frosted cattails, waiting for ducks at sunrise.
Shotgun Ammo

How to Choose the Best Gun and Load for Late Season Waterfowl

ByPhil Bourjaily
Dec 12, 2019
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