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The Smalltown Hunting Blend sits at the heart of what Apex does best. This load takes two different pellet sizes and stacks them intentionally: the larger 7.5s on top of the 9s. That's not random. The bigger pellets bring knockdown power and mass to handle the job at close range, while the smaller shot fills in the pattern density needed when you need that extra yardage.
You get 698 pellets total across the 2.25 ounce payload, all tungsten super shot. TSS is roughly 60 percent denser than lead, which means it carries energy further and hits harder. Birds don't flop around wondering what happened. They drop.
Each shell comes off the line hand-built, then a real person does a visual inspection before it ships. That's not marketing speak. Apex literally eyeballs every round. You get the same careful attention to detail you'd expect from a handloader who cares about every shot. The smooth roll crimp, selective hull trimming, and precise powder charge add up to shot-to-shot consistency that matters when there's one bird in range and one chance.
The duplex setup delivers what you're looking for in the field. Up close, you get uniform coverage from both pellet sizes working together. Push it out to 50 yards, and the blend still maintains the density you need. Field reports consistently show these shells patterning reliably across different shotguns and choke combinations, though tight patterns tend to favor middle-range choking rather than extreme constriction.
The 3-inch shell gives you serious payload without stepping up to the 3.5 magnums. That's important for hunters who want lethality without the extra recoil beating on their shoulder over a season of practice and hunting. At 1190 FPS, velocity is moderate and sensible, designed to let the tungsten density do the work rather than relying on speed to compensate.
The 7.5s deliver knockdown power and penetration while the 9s fill the pattern with denser coverage. By stacking them, you get tight patterns close up and maintained density at extended distance, rather than having to choose between pattern or power. This setup gives you more versatility for varying distances within a single hunt.
Tungsten super shot is roughly 60 percent denser than lead, allowing more pellets to fit in the same space. That density carries energy further downrange, resulting in deeper penetration and more consistent kills. TSS loads like the Apex STH-3 deliver tighter patterns and longer effective range than traditional lead alternatives.
The 3-inch shells are not recommended for use with Remington V3 semi-automatic shotguns. For most other modern 12 gauge shotguns, the selectively trimmed hulls and smooth roll crimp are designed to cycle reliably. If you're unsure about your specific gun, contact Apex directly or check with your shotgun manufacturer.
Each Apex round is hand-built and visually inspected by a person before shipping. This process ensures consistent powder charge, wad seating, and crimp quality. Real-world testing shows the blend patterns reliably across multiple firearms, though finding the right choke match for your specific gun will optimize your results.
| UPC | 859781007544 |
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| Manufacturer Part Number | STH-3 |
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