$22.99
2000 in stock
Online inventory may differ from in-store availability.
Quick turnaround so you get your gear sooner.
Trusted checkout with industry-standard protection.
Keeping Traditions Alive Since 1953
Secure Transactions provided with 
The Winchester Xpert Steel line brings real value to the table without asking you to compromise on results. This 28 gauge load carries 5/8 ounce of #7 nontoxic steel shot in a standard 2.75-inch shell, moving at 1300 fps to generate the velocity needed for consistent patterns out to typical hunting distances.
Modern steel ammunition has come a long way, and these Xpert shells prove it. The #7 shot size works well on upland birds like quail, grouse, and woodcock, delivering the shot density needed for clean, ethical kills. For light waterfowl applications like wood ducks and teal over decoys, this load performs at ranges where most of your actual shooting happens. Winchester uses a corrosion-resistant steel shot manufacturing process that keeps each pellet round and uniform, which matters when you're trying to build a tight pattern.
Here's something that separates the Xpert line from bargain basement loads: thicker wad segments designed specifically for barrel protection. Steel is harder than lead, and that hardness demands thicker cups to keep shot pellets away from your bore. Winchester engineered these wads to do exactly that while still delivering consistent patterns. You also get compression zones in the wad base that actually work to reduce felt recoil, which makes a difference when you're putting rounds downrange all day.
Whether you're working fields for upland game or setting up over water, a box of 25 of these will handle the job. The 28 gauge has become increasingly popular with hunters who want to skip the pounding of larger gauges without sacrificing real-world effectiveness, and modern ammunition like this makes that choice practical. You get reliability that Winchester's been building since their Super-X line started in 1922, just in a steel shot package that fits where you need it.
These 2.75-inch shells should function in any 28 gauge shotgun chambered for 2.75-inch or 3-inch shells. The Xpert line uses standard components and pressure levels, making them reliable in both modern and vintage guns. Always verify your shotgun's chamber length before loading to make sure you're using the right shell length.
Number 7 shot represents a good middle ground in the 28 gauge for upland and light waterfowl work. It gives you more pellet count than larger shot sizes while keeping enough mass to penetrate effectively at typical hunting ranges. Smaller shot like #8 spreads the pattern too thin for clean kills on larger birds, while #6 reduces your pellet count and pattern density in such a small bore.
Yes, Winchester Xpert shells come in high-quality plastic hulls that can be reloaded. Many reloaders prefer Winchester hulls for their durability and consistent brass heads, making them valuable to keep around even after they're fired.
Steel shot typically holds a tighter pattern than lead at the same velocity due to its hardness. This means your pattern may be more concentrated in the middle of your target zone, which can be an advantage at closer ranges but requires adjustment if you're used to lead's more open spread.
| Caliber/Gauge | 28 Gauge |
|---|---|
| Cost per Round | 0.92 |
| Length | 2.75" |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WE28GT7 |
| Product Type | High Velocity |
| Shipping Weight | 1.4813 |
| Shot Size | #7 |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| UPC | 020892019508 |
You must be logged in to post a review.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.