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Winchester Long Beard XR shells represent a genuine shift in what's possible with lead turkey ammunition. The 3.5-inch, 2-ounce #4 shot load pushes out at 1200 fps to deliver patterns that stay tight and lethal at extended ranges. What sets these apart is Shot-Lok technology, a hardened resin that surrounds each pellet to prevent deformation during acceleration down the barrel. When the shell fires, this protective coating fractures into micro-sized particles, keeping your shot almost perfectly round as it leaves the muzzle.
Traditional lead shot pellets deform and flatten as they accelerate through the barrel, which causes loose, scattered patterns downrange. Shot-Lok eliminates that problem by holding pellets in their original shape until they leave the gun. The result is roughly twice as many pellets landing in a 10-inch circle at 60 yards compared to standard lead loads. Penetration also exceeds regular lead beyond 50 yards, giving you the kind of stopping power that typically required premium tungsten loads.
Field testing consistently shows these shells performing on par with heavier-than-lead ammunition, but at a fraction of the cost. Whether you're hunting at 30, 40, or pushing toward 60 yards, the dense patterns mean more pellets where they count. The 2-ounce payload in the 3.5-inch chamber gives you plenty of shot to work with, and the #4 size offers the balance between pattern density and individual pellet energy that turkey hunters have relied on for decades. Ten rounds per box means you've got enough to pattern your gun and prepare for the season.
Shot-Lok uses a hardened resin that surrounds each pellet, preventing deformation as the shell accelerates through the barrel. When fired, the resin fractures into micro-sized particles that disperse like normal buffering material, but your shot stays nearly perfectly round. This means denser, more predictable patterns downrange, especially at longer distances where traditional lead shot has already begun to flatten and scatter.
You need to use ammunition matching your shotgun's chamber. Long Beard XR comes in both 3-inch and 3.5-inch versions, so check your barrel or owner's manual. The 3.5-inch loads like this one carry a 2-ounce payload, while the 3-inch version typically carries 1.75 ounces. Either way, the Shot-Lok technology delivers the same pattern benefits.
Long Beard XR patterns remain lethal well beyond the traditional 40-yard standard. Most hunters report effective ranges extending to 50, 60, or beyond depending on their gun, choke, and shooting skill. Pattern your specific setup at the range to find where your gun gives you dense, lethal coverage. The Shot-Lok technology makes this possible with lead shot, but distance capability always depends on your individual gun and load combination.
If you plan to hunt turkeys beyond typical close ranges, Long Beard XR delivers performance that rivals tungsten loads at a lower price point. The 2-ounce payload and Shot-Lok protection mean tighter, more reliable patterns where it matters most. A box of 10 shells should last several seasons, so the per-hunt cost becomes a minor factor when weighed against the increased confidence in clean, ethical kills at extended range.
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
|---|---|
| Cost per Round | 3.80 |
| Grains | #4 |
| Length | 3.50" |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | STLB12L4 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Shotshell |
| Shipping Weight | 1.7125 |
| Shot Size | #4 |
| Shot Weight | 2 oz |
| Units per Box | 10 |
| UPC | 020892021280 |
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