Clever Mirage ST T1 12 GA 2-3/4″ 1-1/8oz #8 Shot Target Load

Description

Clever has been quietly earning a following on trap and skeet fields for years, and the Mirage Super Target T1 is a big reason why. Loaded in Verona, Italy, this 12 gauge shell packs 1-1/8 ounces of #8 lead shot moving at a mellow 1145 fps. That combination is the sweet spot for a lot of clay shooters who want plenty of pellets in the pattern without the sharp recoil that comes with faster loads. If you're running long sessions or shooting a lighter over/under, your shoulder will thank you.

Why the Mirage ST T1 Breaks Clays Clean

The #8 shot size gives you a dense, even pattern that's tailor-made for skeet, closer trap presentations, and the tighter stations on a sporting clays course. The 1-1/8 ounce payload puts more pellets in the air than a lighter 7/8 or 1 ounce load, so there's a little more margin for error when a bird is quartering away or you're slightly off center. Shooters who've cut these shells open often point to the hard, uniform shot and a well-designed wad that seals well and cushions the shot column, which translates to consistent patterns and fewer flyers.

Handloaders Take Note on the Mirage T1 Hull

These come with a quality plastic hull that reloaders tend to like. The Clever hulls interchange nicely with Remington load data, and folks who reload have run them through progressive presses for months without complaint. If you save your empties, this is a shell that keeps giving.

At a softer 1145 fps, this Mirage load leans toward comfort and control over raw speed. It's a dependable, competition-grade shell from a brand trusted by shooters at the Olympic and world championship level, and it won't wear you out over a full round.