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Federal Gold Medal Paper shells have been the go-to for clay target shooters for decades, and for good reason. These aren't budget rounds or jack-of-all-trades loads—they're built specifically for trap, skeet, and sporting clays competition where pattern consistency and comfortable shooting matter most. The combination of a premium brass head, hard lead shot, and the two-piece SoftCell wad system creates a shooting experience that pays off through an entire day at the range.
The exclusive paper hull design isn't a gimmick or a throwback. Paper naturally absorbs and distributes recoil energy differently than plastic, resulting in a noticeably softer feel at your shoulder without sacrificing velocity or pattern performance. Many competitive clay shooters prefer the handling characteristics of paper, and once you run a box through your gun, you'll understand why. The brass head ensures smooth extraction and cycling—no sticking, no hassle, just reliable function.
The two-piece SoftCell wad system deserves special attention because it's what separates these from basic target loads. The design reduces felt recoil while maintaining uniform pellet distribution downrange. This means you can stay behind the gun longer and shoot more accurately through a squad without fatigue building up. The extra-high-antimony lead shot is harder than standard offerings, which supports tighter patterns and more consistent breaks on clays.
You're getting 1 ounce of #8 lead shot at 1330 fps, a proven velocity and payload combination for clay shooting out to reasonable distances. The #8 shot size works equally well for trap doubles, skeet, or sporting clays depending on your choke selection and shooting setup. Each box contains 25 rounds.
Yes, paper hulls are excellent for reloading and many shooters save their empties specifically for this purpose. Paper hulls reload cleanly and take crimp shapes beautifully. Just follow safe reloading practices and use proven recipes for paper shells.
Paper hulls tend to shoot softer than plastic due to how they absorb recoil energy, making them popular with competitors who shoot high volume. Many experienced clay shooters also prefer the feel and handling characteristics of paper. The tradeoff is that paper requires more careful storage in dry conditions.
These are specifically designed and optimized for clay target shooting rather than hunting applications. The #8 shot and target load specifications are ideal for breaking clays, but for actual game birds you'd want ammunition designed with hunting performance in mind.
The two-piece SoftCell wad reduces felt recoil and helps improve pattern consistency compared to one-piece designs. You should see more uniform point-of-impact across multiple shots. It separates the powder from the shot and cushions the acceleration, which also protects your gun's internals.
| UPC | 604544692112 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | GMT121 8 |
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Grains | #8 |
| Length | 2.75" |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Partition |
| Shipping Weight | 2.358 |
| Shot Size | #8 |
| Shot Weight | 1 oz |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| Cost per Round | 0.72 |
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