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Winchester Long Beard Tungsten bridges the gap between traditional sub-gauge performance and modern tungsten ballistics. Built with 17g/cc tungsten pellets and a 1-1/4 ounce payload, this 28-gauge shell packs significantly more pellets per ounce than lead loads while maintaining superior penetration at distance. The buffered payload design allows seamless shot flow through standard turkey chokes, eliminating flyers for tight, consistent patterns. Unlike lead alternatives that require larger pellets, the tungsten density lets Winchester load smaller #9 shot, dramatically increasing the pellet count you're sending downrange at your target.
What separates this load from other 28-gauge turkey loads is the material science. At 1050 fps muzzle velocity, these tungsten pellets retain downrange energy far beyond what comparable lead loads achieve. Tungsten's extreme hardness means minimal pellet deformation as they travel, preserving pattern integrity and impact consistency. The 28-gauge has long been dismissed as a turkey gun, but tungsten shot transforms it into a legitimate alternative for hunters who value recoil management alongside field performance. You get a compact, light-recoiling package without sacrificing the pattern density needed for ethical shots at typical turkey ranges.
Smaller gauge shotguns benefit dramatically from dense tungsten because they have limited internal space for payload. When every cubic inch matters, tungsten's superior density becomes the deciding factor between marginal and exceptional performance. This load delivers what sub-gauge turkey hunters have been asking for: tight patterns and hard-hitting penetration in a shell that won't beat up your shoulder. The 5-round box keeps your load simple and portable for those early-morning setups in tight cover where a lighter gun really pays dividends.
The tungsten's higher density lets Winchester load smaller #9 pellets while maintaining superior penetration compared to lead. You get roughly twice the pellet count per ounce, creating denser patterns that place more pellets in the vital zone at turkey ranges. Tungsten also resists deformation better than lead, so patterns stay consistent shot to shot.
If your shotgun has a 2.75" chamber, yes. Many older 28-gauge shotguns were built with 2.75" chambers, though some newer guns limit you to 2.75" shells. Check your barrel or manual to confirm your chamber length before purchasing. Winchester also offers a 3" version of Long Beard Tungsten for guns that support longer shells.
While tungsten is harder than lead and generally prefers specialized turkey chokes, Long Beard Tungsten's buffered design works through standard turkey choke constrictions. Many hunters get excellent results with full or extra-full chokes designed for turkey hunting. Pattern your exact shotgun and choke combo before season to know your effective range and point of impact.
A 1-1/4 ounce load at 1050 fps will still kick, but it's noticeably softer than heavier 3" magnums or 12-gauge loads. If recoil sensitivity is a concern, the 28-gauge with tungsten gives you sub-gauge comfort while delivering ballistics competitive with much heavier magnums, especially at the typical 30-40 yard turkey ranges.
| UPC | 020892029934 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | LBT289 |
| Caliber/Gauge | 28 Gauge |
| Length | 2 3/4'' |
| Shipping Weight | 0.507 |
| Shot Size | 9 |
| Units per Box | 5 |
| Cost per Round | 12.00 |
| Grains | #9 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | TSS |
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