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These Federal Wing-Shok shells are the real deal if you're putting in time on upland birds. The 3-inch magnum load carries a full 1 1/4 oz of copper-plated lead shot that cuts through feathers and distance with authority. You'll find #6 shot is the sweet spot for most upland situations, giving you enough coverage without over-penetrating smaller birds.
Federal builds these with several features you can actually feel in the field. The buffering around the pellets reduces deformation when they fire, which means tighter shot patterns and less pellet setback. Your patterns stay dense longer, so you're connecting on those longer shots when birds flush wild. The muzzle velocity comes in at 1300 fps, which is fast enough to maintain energy downrange without punishing you too hard on the recoil end for a 20 gauge magnum load.
Federal Premium starts with premium primers that get frequent quality checks for dimensional tolerances and charge weight. This translates to consistent ignition every time you pull the trigger. The powders are specially formulated, clean-burning stuff that keeps your gun running without excessive fouling. When you're in the field all day, that consistency matters.
If you're running a 20 gauge over-under or semi-auto for upland hunting, these shells deliver the performance you paid for. They pattern tight and penetrate deep, making them ideal for early and mid-season work when birds are flying strong. The buffered construction keeps felt recoil reasonable for a magnum load, so you can stay focused on your second shot. Just make sure your gun is actually chambered for 3-inch shells before loading up.
These are 20 gauge shells chambered for 3-inch magnum loads. They'll work in any 20 gauge shotgun that's rated for 3-inch shells. Check your shotgun's barrel marking to confirm it says 3 inch or 3 inch before loading these up. Using them in a 2 3/4 inch chamber can cause problems.
Number 6 shot is one of the most versatile sizes for upland birds. It works well on pheasant, quail, grouse, and chukar. The smaller pellets create denser patterns than larger shot sizes, giving you better odds on crossing shots and longer distances. Some hunters prefer #5 for late season when birds are tougher, but #6 is the standard for good reason.
The padding around the pellets protects them from deforming as they accelerate down the barrel. Deformed pellets tumble and scatter in flight, which opens up your pattern. By keeping pellets round, buffering lets you throw a tighter, more consistent pattern downrange. This means more pellets on target at longer distances.
At 1300 fps, these shells move fast enough to get to distant birds before they clear your effective range. The velocity combined with the buffered shot and copper plating gives you the speed and pattern consistency needed for birds flushing wild or crossing at distance.
| Caliber/Gauge | 20 Gauge |
|---|---|
| Cost per Round | 1.60 |
| Length | 3 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P2586 |
| Product Type | Lead |
| Shipping Weight | 2.6438 |
| Shot Size | #6 |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| UPC | 029465015466 |
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