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Looking for non-toxic .410 ammo that actually gets the job done? HEVI-Bismuth is what you get when you stop compromising. The 9.6 grams per cubic centimeter density means these pellets carry way more energy downrange than steel, which lets you dial down to a smaller shot size and still get clean, ethical kills. That's the real advantage here: you can pattern these like you would lead without worrying about damaging your gun.
The .410 bore is already a light platform, so shot selection matters more than with bigger gauges. HEVI-Bismuth does what most .410 loads can't: it actually penetrates. The bismuth-tin alloy is softer than steel, which means your barrels and chokes stay in the clear. That matters if you're running a vintage gun or a modern shotgun with delicate choke tubes. At 1300 fps, these rounds are loaded hot enough to generate clean patterns without pushing the material so hard it breaks apart in flight.
These load up as a waterfowl round, and they'll handle ducks and geese in ways that steel simply can't match. The #4 shot size strikes the right balance for the .410 platform, giving you enough pellets per shot for reliable patterns at moderate range while keeping each pellet heavy enough to punch through feathers and bone. The 9/16 ounce payload is optimized for the 3-inch .410 chamber, so you're getting maximum performance without overburdening the gun.
If you've run steel in a .410, you know the frustration. You need more pellets, tighter patterns, and longer range to make it work. Bismuth changes that equation. Because it's denser, you get more reliable knock-down power with less shot pelting the air. And because it's softer than steel, you can trust it in guns that would be at risk with conventional non-toxic loads. That opens up hunting with family heirlooms or your favorite classic double without fear.
Yes. Bismuth is softer than steel and won't damage fixed chokes or older barrels the way steel shot can. This makes HEVI-Bismuth safe for vintage doubles, fixed-choke guns, and heritage firearms that you wouldn't want to risk with steel. The material itself is what makes this possible, so you get both non-toxic performance and peace of mind.
HEVI-Bismuth is 22% denser than steel, so it carries more energy downrange and generates better pattern density. In practical terms, you can drop a shot size from your typical steel load and get equal or better performance. That means less shot in the air and more energy on target, which matters in a light gauge like the .410.
Because bismuth is denser, you can typically go one or two sizes smaller. If you've been running steel #2 or #3 in your .410, HEVI-Bismuth #4 will give you the same lethality with tighter patterns. The key is to pattern your specific gun before hunting to confirm what works best with your chokes.
They're designed and labeled for waterfowl, but the performance characteristics make them suitable for upland birds and small game where bismuth is legal or preferred. Check local regulations for your hunting application, but the shell itself is versatile enough for multiple uses.
| UPC | 816383002629 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HS19004 |
| Caliber/Gauge | .410 Bore |
| Length | 3" |
| Shot Size | #4 |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| Cost per Round | 1.64 |
| Grains | #4 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Bismuth |
| Shipping Weight | 1.14 |
| Shot Weight | 9/16oz |
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