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If you've been shooting Gold Medal for years, you already know what these bring to the range. The paper hull delivers that traditional feel that dedicated clay target competitors appreciate, and the brass head ensures flawless extraction and cycling through your gun. The real work happens with the hardened lead shot and two-piece SoftCell wad system, which work together to keep your patterns uniform and your shoulder from taking a beating during long practice sessions.
Federal's exclusive paper hull design isn't just about nostalgia. This construction provides the feedback and reliability that competitive shooters depend on when they're dialing in their patterns. Combined with the high-quality brass head, these shells cycle smoothly through your shotgun while maintaining the consistency you need for trap, skeet, and sporting clays.
The two-piece SoftCell wad is engineered to decrease felt recoil compared to traditional one-piece designs, while also producing more uniform shot patterns downrange. With 1 1/8 ounces of #8 lead shot loaded to 1145 fps, you get the density needed to break clays at distance without excessive punishment. The #8 shot size is ideal for clay target work, offering tight patterns while remaining popular across all competitive disciplines.
Each box contains 25 rounds ready to shoot. The hardened lead shot is precision-engineered for optimal hardness and density, ensuring even patterns and maximum downrange power. These aren't budget shells that sacrifice performance for cost. Built to the standards expected by serious clay target competitors, Federal Gold Medal Paper delivers consistent ignition and clean-burning propellants that keep your gun running smoothly.
#8 shot provides a denser pattern than larger shot sizes, giving you a tight spread that's effective at breaking clays across trap, skeet, and sporting clays distances. The density means more pellets on target, and the smaller pellet size produces a forgiving pattern without excessive spread. This makes #8 one of the most popular choices for serious clay competitors.
The two-piece SoftCell wad absorbs recoil energy as your shot travels down the barrel, reducing the felt recoil at your shoulder compared to traditional one-piece wads. At the same time, this design keeps your shot column tighter, producing more uniform patterns downrange. You get better consistency and less fatigue during extended shooting sessions.
These shells are loaded to 1145 fps, which works reliably in most shotguns. For semi-automatics, some shooters prefer slightly hotter loads to ensure smooth cycling, but many report no issues with these shells. Check your gun's manual or test a box to see how they cycle in your specific shotgun.
Yes, Federal Gold Medal Paper shotshells use paper hulls that are boxer-primed, making them suitable for reloading. This allows competitive shooters and high-volume range users to reload their empties and keep costs down over time.
| UPC | 604544625998 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | GMT1178 |
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Length | 2.75" |
| Product Type | Lead |
| Shipping Weight | 2.59 |
| Shot Size | #8 |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| Cost per Round | 0.76 |
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