Best Starting Trap Load for 12 Gauge

Marc1301

March 25, 2007 11:30

As per my previous topic, I am getting back into some sporting clays after over 15 years out of it. Keep in mind I was never at a competitive level even then,......just a hobby! If I recall correctly, I used to shoot a 2 3/4, with 1 1/8 oz. load of #8 shot.
15 years later, is there a different recommendation for a 12 gauge, with a 3" chamber O/U gun? Capable ammo, but not competition level, as I don't want to spend a fortune at first, while I ease back into the game![;)]
Thanks


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  Zinderbloc

  March 25, 2007 16:48

  I've been shooting trap with the same load for 20+ years. 1 1/8 oz. of #8 shot with 18.5 gr. of Red Dot powder and AA wads. I see no reason to change.

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  grizzclaw

  March 27, 2007 15:06

  Clays powder is really nice to use. I try to stick with any 1 1/8oz #8 load at 1145 to 1200 fps. 1oz loads are fine too, just try to keep the recoil down. You will notice it after awhile.

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  Marc1301

  March 28, 2007 07:55

  What about a "cheap" manufacturers load that can be picked up at Wallyworld? I don't reload anymore,..........but may start again at some point. Right now I am just looking for acceptable commercial loaded shells for as reasonable a price as possible.
  Thanks

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  OhioFarmBoy

  March 28, 2007 17:06

  Marc....I do a lot of trapshooting and keeping 2 daughters shooting as well....unless you feel the need for some specialized loading, you really can't go wrong with the Estates, Gun Clubs, or Top Guns as new shells.
  
  Even buying 5000+ on primers, wads, powder and shot, I can't reload for sale prices...just bought Top Guns 2 3/4 dram #8's for $34.95 a flat (10 boxes) here in Ohio.
  
  Don't get rid of your loader however, as things can always change and shift back to the economics of reloading.

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  grizzclaw

  March 30, 2007 09:27

  Walmart has the federal 100 packs for 15.97, thats the cheapest I've seen at there store.they work fine, anything around 1200fps. Farmboy, where at in Ohio? I'm in Massillon, and the cheapest I've been able to get them is 37-38 at Dawson's.

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  Marc1301

  April 05, 2007 07:53

  Thanks for the info guys! I am going to pick up the Wallyworld Federal stuff for now. Hope to get a chance to shoot a few rounds this weekend, but a front is moving through, and it is going to get rainy, and real windy, just my luck![;)]

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