Description
When you're hunting flooded timber, marshes, or open water, weather isn't going to stop you. Winchester Drylok shells are built for those situations where conditions matter as much as your aim. The double-seal wad design keeps moisture out so your powder stays dry and your ignition stays reliable no matter what the weather throws at you.
What Makes Drylok Different
Drylok Super Steel loads combine patented technology that's proven across generations of waterfowl hunters. The two-piece wad seals things up tight, and that lacquered primer works alongside the seal system to keep everything dry inside the shell. When the weather's worst, that's when you need this load to work best. The high-volume shot cup protects your barrel from the steel shot while maintaining tight, consistent patterns through your shots.
Load Details and Performance
These 3.5" magnum shells load 1.5 ounces of plated steel #3 shot at 1475 fps. That combination of heavy payload and high velocity delivers the knockdown power for longer shots on ducks and geese. Plated steel shot resists rust and corrosion, so your pattern stays true whether you're shooting in October or deep into late season. The #3 shot size strikes a balance between pellet count and individual pellet energy, making it effective across the range of waterfowl hunting situations you'll encounter.
Built for the Hunt
You get 25 rounds per box, enough for a solid hunting day or to test how this load patterns in your gun. If you're running a magnum shotgun and you want ammunition that's engineered to work in genuine wet-weather conditions, these have the reputation backing them up.
Key Specifications
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 3.5 inches (3 1/2")
- Shot Size: #3
- Shot Weight: 1.5 ounces (1 1/2 oz)
- Shot Type: Plated Steel (Lead-Free)
- Muzzle Velocity: 1475 fps
- Rounds per Box: 25
- Manufacturer: Winchester
- Model/MPN: SSH12LH3
- UPC: 020892017368
- Product Type: High Velocity Waterfowl
- Application: Waterfowl Hunting
What’s Included
- 25 Winchester Drylok Super Steel High Velocity shotshells
- Original factory box packaging
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these Drylok shells work in my shotgun?
Drylok 3.5" shells require a shotgun chambered for 3.5" magnum loads. If your gun is chambered for 3" or 2 3/4" shells, you cannot safely use these. Check your shotgun's barrel markings or owner's manual to confirm chamber length before purchasing. Make sure your gun is built to handle 3.5" shells before ordering.
What makes the double-seal wad system important for waterfowl hunting?
The Drylok double-seal wad keeps moisture out of the shell, which is critical because water can get into your ammunition during wet hunts. A lacquered primer works with the seal system to keep powder dry. When your powder stays dry, your ignition stays consistent, and your velocity and patterns stay reliable even in the worst weather.
Are Drylok shells legal for waterfowl hunting?
Drylok shells are loaded with lead-free plated steel shot, which is required for waterfowl hunting in many areas. However, ammunition regulations vary by location and hunting situation, so check your local hunting regulations to confirm what's legal in your area before you hunt.
How do #3 steel pellets compare to other shot sizes for waterfowl?
Number 3 steel shot offers a middle ground between smaller pellets (more of them, lighter impact) and larger pellets (fewer of them, harder impact). For general waterfowl work at typical hunting ranges, #3 is effective on ducks and geese when you place your pattern properly. Smaller shot like #4 or #6 increases pellet count, while larger shot like BB or #2 delivers more individual pellet energy for distance and larger birds.





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