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Winchester's Double X turkey loads have been the go-to choice for serious hunters for decades, and this 3.5-inch magnum configuration gives you the full package. You're getting 2 ounces of copper-plated lead shot loaded to 1300 feet per second, paired with custom-blended powders that deliver shot-to-shot consistency. That's the kind of velocity and payload that translates to reliable knockdown power, even when you need it at extended ranges.
The real secret behind these shells is the engineering underneath. Winchester wraps that copper-plated shot in Grex buffering, which reduces deformation as pellets accelerate down the barrel. More intact pellets means tighter, more uniform patterns at the distances where turkey hunting actually happens. #4 shot delivers maximum individual pellet energy, so each hit counts. You're not packing as many pellets as a smaller shot size would give you, but the ones you do have are hitting harder and carrying energy further than finer alternatives.
There's a reason #4 has stayed relevant in traditional lead turkey loads. It balances penetration with enough pellet count to put a lethal pattern in a turkey's vital zone at typical hunting distances. The 2-ounce payload in a magnum-length shell maximizes what the gun can handle while still staying in that sweet spot where patterns remain practical. Some hunters prefer smaller shot for denser patterns, others want the hitting power of larger pellets. The #4 load splits the difference and has proven itself season after season.
The 1300 fps velocity gives you that premium ammunition feel without going to extreme pressure levels. It's designed to work with modern shotguns and standard turkey chokes, and it's built right here in the USA. Whether you're patterning for your season or heading to the field confident you've got proven ammunition in your magazine tube, this is ammunition that delivers.
#4 shot delivers more individual pellet energy and carries better at longer ranges, though you get fewer total pellets per shot. #5 and #6 give you denser patterns with more pellets in your spread, which some hunters prefer for tighter killing zones. The right choice depends on your gun, your choke, and what your pattern testing shows at the distances you typically hunt.
Winchester Double X shells work best with full or extra-full turkey chokes to maintain the tight patterns this load is engineered for. Don't skip the patterning step before the season. Different shotguns throw different patterns, and testing at 25 yards and 40 yards will show you exactly what your setup delivers and where your gun shoots.
Yes, 1300 fps is considered magnum velocity for turkey ammunition. This speed, combined with the heavy 2-ounce payload and copper-plating, ensures reliable penetration and knockdown power even at extended ranges. The velocity also supports the Grex buffering system in reducing pellet deformation for better pattern consistency.
A 12-gauge 3.5-inch shell with 2 ounces of #4 shot contains roughly 175-180 pellets, depending on manufacturing tolerances. With proper choke and technique, enough of those pellets will end up in your target's vital zone at typical turkey distances. This is why patterning your specific gun and choke combination matters so much.
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
|---|---|
| Cost per Round | 2.70 |
| Length | 3.50" |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | STH12354 |
| Product Type | Lead |
| Shipping Weight | 1.65 |
| Shot Size | #4 |
| Units per Box | 10 |
| UPC | 020892012196 |
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