The Winchester Long Beard TSS 20 Gauge delivers devastating turkey hunting performance through advanced tungsten super shot technology. This premium ammunition combines the proven Long Beard shot-lok technology with ultra-dense tungsten pellets for maximum downrange energy and penetration.
What Makes This Different
Long Beard TSS features Shot-Lok Technology that embeds the tungsten pellets in a specialized resin matrix, preventing pellet deformation during firing. Standard lead shot loses energy and accuracy due to pellet distortion, but tungsten maintains its spherical shape for consistent ballistics. The result is 10% tighter patterns and 20% more downrange energy compared to conventional turkey loads.
Key Features
- Tungsten Super Shot (TSS) pellets deliver 22% higher density than lead
- Shot-Lok Technology prevents pellet deformation for tighter patterns
- 1-5/8 ounce payload of #9 shot provides maximum pellet count
- 3-inch magnum shell generates 1,200 fps muzzle velocity
- Buffered shot charge reduces pellet damage during acceleration
- Premium wad design optimizes pattern density at extended ranges
- Brass-plated steel head ensures reliable extraction
Field testing demonstrates consistent 40+ yard performance on mature gobblers, with lethal penetration through bone and tissue. The high pellet count of #9 TSS creates dense patterns that compensate for minor aiming errors while maintaining knockdown power. Weather-sealed crimps and waterproof primers ensure reliable ignition in wet hunting conditions.
Technical Specs
- Gauge: 20 Gauge
- Shell Length: 3 inches
- Shot Weight: 1-5/8 ounces
- Shot Size: #9 Tungsten Super Shot
- Muzzle Velocity: 1,200 fps
- Packaging: 5 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case
- Manufacturer: Winchester Ammunition
- UPC: 020892029057
Professional guides and serious turkey hunters choose Long Beard TSS for its consistent terminal performance and extended effective range. The tungsten construction justifies the premium price through superior pattern density and reliable one-shot stops on wary longbeards.