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Winchester AA Sporting Clays 28ga 2-3/4″ #8 Shot

UPC: 020892025561

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Description

Winchester AA shotshells have set the standard for target ammunition since 1965. These 28 gauge loads deliver the hard shot and reliable patterning that made AA the go-to choice for competitive shooters across trap, skeet, and sporting clays. With a 3/4 ounce payload of #8 shot at 1300 fps, you get the velocity needed to break targets decisively while keeping recoil manageable enough for extended sessions at the range or in competition.

Winchester AA's Field-Proven Design

The difference shows up downrange in how the shot behaves. Hard lead shot stays tighter through the air, delivering more consistent patterns that mean fewer off-target pellets wasted and more clean breaks when you're dialed in. The specially designed AA wad helps reduce felt recoil while improving pattern density, which matters when you're shooting 50 or 75 targets in a day. The high-strength hull handles the loading cycle reliably, and Winchester's quality primers and powder deliver the same ballistics shot after shot.

28 Gauge Advantages for Clay Shooting

The 28 gauge gives you something most other gauges can't: manageable recoil without sacrificing break authority. Compared to 12 or 20 gauge target loads, the recoil impulse is noticeably softer, which means less fatigue during practice and sharper focus in competition. You recover faster between shots, acquire targets quicker on pairs, and your gun handling stays crisp throughout a long session. The 3/4 ounce payload throws enough pellets to pattern tightly on clays at realistic distances while letting you practice your fundamentals without fighting the gun.

Built for Reloading

AA hulls are prized in the reloading community for their quality and longevity. The high-strength construction means you can reload them multiple times without degradation, which makes them the choice for serious competitors who reload.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Winchester
  • Model: AA Sporting Clays
  • Caliber/Gauge: 28 Gauge
  • Shell Length: 2-3/4"
  • Shot Size: #8
  • Shot Weight: 3/4 oz
  • Muzzle Velocity: 1300 fps
  • Rounds per Box: 25
  • Shot Type: Lead
  • Manufacturer Part Number: AASC288
  • UPC: 020892025561

What’s Included

  • 25 shotshells per box

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Winchester AA shells good for reloading?

Yes. AA hulls are known in the reloading community for their quality and durability. The high-strength construction means they can be reloaded multiple times without degradation, which is why many serious competitors specifically buy Winchester AA for the hulls alone. The quality of the brass and overall construction makes them prized components for reloaders.

How much recoil does 28 gauge generate compared to larger gauges?

The 28 gauge produces significantly less recoil than 12 or 20 gauge loads. The combination of the smaller gauge and the 3/4 ounce payload creates a mild recoil impulse that feels more like a push than a kick. This reduced recoil allows you to shoot longer without fatigue, maintain better form throughout a session, and recover faster between shots on pairs.

Will Winchester AA 28 gauge work for competitive sporting clays?

Absolutely. Winchester AA shells are engineered specifically for target disciplines including sporting clays, trap, and skeet. The hard shot delivers tight patterns, and the consistent velocity ensures reliable performance shot after shot. Many competitive shooters rely on AA ammunition for the consistency and reliability it provides in competition.

What makes #8 shot the right choice for sporting clays?

The #8 shot size provides excellent pattern density for clay targets at typical sporting clays distances. It throws enough pellets in a tight cluster to break clays consistently while delivering good ballistics throughout the shooting course. This size is widely recommended by experienced sporting clays shooters and works well across most ranges and target presentations.

Additional information

UPC

020892025561

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

AASC288

Caliber/Gauge

28 Gauge

Grains

#8

Length

2.75"

Model

Product Type

Shotshell

Shipping Weight

1.7

Shot Size

#8

Shot Weight

3/4 oz

Units per Box

25

Cost per Round

0.76

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