HEVI-Shot HS17006 HEVI-Bismuth 20 Gauge 3" 1-1/8oz #6 Shot 25rd

The HEVI-Shot HS17006 HEVI-Bismuth delivers superior waterfowl performance with environmentally safe bismuth shot technology. This 20-gauge load provides the knockdown power of lead with complete non-toxicity for sensitive hunting areas. Bismuth's density advantage creates deeper penetration and cleaner kills compared to standard steel shot alternatives.

What Makes This Different

Bismuth shot offers 24% greater density than steel, resulting in higher retained energy and improved terminal performance at extended ranges. The malleable bismuth pellets deform on impact rather than bouncing off like steel, creating larger wound channels for more effective harvests. Federal regulations approve bismuth for all hunting areas, including steel-restricted zones where lead alternatives are mandatory.

Key Features

• Bismuth shot pellets provide 24% higher density than steel for superior energy retention
• 3-inch magnum shell length delivers maximum powder capacity for long-range performance
• 1-1/8 ounce shot charge offers optimal pellet count for 20-gauge applications
• #6 shot size balances pellet energy with pattern density for medium waterfowl
• Non-toxic composition approved for all hunting areas and sensitive wetlands
• Consistent velocities ensure reliable ballistic performance across temperature ranges
• Premium components including high-quality wads and reliable primers

Field testing demonstrates consistent 1,350 fps muzzle velocities with tight, even patterns through modified and improved cylinder chokes. The bismuth pellets maintain structural integrity through barrel acceleration while deforming effectively on target impact. Waterfowl hunters report clean kills on mallards, pintails, and similar-sized birds at ranges extending beyond typical steel shot effectiveness.

Technical Specs

• Gauge: 20-gauge
• Shell length: 3 inches
• Shot weight: 1-1/8 ounces
• Shot size: #6 bismuth
• Muzzle velocity: Approximately 1,350 fps
• Packaging: 25 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case
• Shot material: Non-toxic bismuth alloy
• Country of origin: United States

Professional guides and serious waterfowl hunters choose HEVI-Bismuth for situations demanding both environmental responsibility and terminal effectiveness. The combination of non-toxic compliance and superior ballistic performance makes these shells essential for modern waterfowl hunting success.