Description
The B&P Heavy Dove & Quail line delivers what upland hunters actually need: shells designed from the ground up for small game birds. Loaded to 2.75 inches with 1-1/8 ounces of #7.5 lead shot, these rounds hit 1255 fps and are engineered to produce the tight, effective patterns that make the difference when birds are flying unpredictably.
What Makes B&P Heavy Dove & Quail Shells Stand Out
There's a reason serious upland hunters trust B&P. The brand's Gordon wad technology isn't just marketing talk—it actually dampens recoil and improves powder combustion through a conical base design with concentric rings. That means you get less felt kick without sacrificing performance, which matters when you're potentially shooting two or three dozen times in an afternoon. The combination of quality components and precision loading keeps shot patterns consistent round to round, which is exactly what you need in the field.
Why #7.5 Shot Matters for Dove and Quail
The #7.5 sizing in these shells is specifically chosen for the job. It gives you enough pellets in the pattern for small, fast-moving targets while maintaining energy retention at reasonable distances. You're not overshooting with heavy shot or undershooting with something too fine. B&P engineered these shells to deliver maximum effective spreads and pattern efficiency on game birds, and that translates to cleaner kills and fewer cripples.
What You're Getting
Each 25-round box gives you consistent, reliable ammunition that works in standard 12-gauge shotguns chambered for 2.75-inch shells. B&P manufactures these in Italy using their proven wad and powder technology—the same company that's been in business since 1885 and supplies ammunition to Olympic shooters. You get that level of precision without paying a competition shell price.
If you hunt upland game regularly and want shells that perform the same way every time you pull the trigger, B&P Heavy Dove & Quail shells deliver.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Baschieri & Pellagri (B&P)
- Manufacturer Part Number: 12B18D75
- UPC: 878122006725
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 2.75"
- Shot Weight: 1-1/8 oz
- Shot Size: #7.5 Lead
- Muzzle Velocity: 1255 fps
- Rounds per Box: 25
- Hull Type: Plastic Gordon Case
- Wad Technology: Gordon Base Wad with Conical Design
What’s Included
- 25 shotshells loaded and ready to use
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes B&P Heavy Dove & Quail shells better than budget dove loads?
B&P shells use the Gordon wad system which reduces felt recoil and improves powder combustion for more consistent patterns. They're loaded with quality components and manufactured to tighter tolerances, meaning you get predictable performance round after round instead of variability between shells. For upland hunting where clean kills matter, that consistency counts.
Will these shells work in my 12-gauge shotgun?
Yes, as long as your shotgun is chambered for 2.75-inch shells. These are standard 2.75-inch loads that work in any 12-gauge that accepts that length. Always verify your shotgun's chamber specifications before purchasing any ammunition.
How many rounds will I need for a hunting trip?
Experienced hunters often go through 30-40 rounds in a productive dove hunting day. A single 25-round box may not be quite enough for a full day, so many hunters pick up two boxes. Having extras in the truck also means you're not left short if the birds are flying well.
Are these shells suitable for quail hunting too?
Absolutely. B&P designed this line specifically for both dove and quail. The #7.5 shot size and consistent patterns work well on quail, and the 1255 fps velocity gives you reliable performance without excessive recoil, which is useful when you might be hunting all day covering ground.





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