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Dave McC · August 7, 2012, 05:50 AM

Birdshot is better than nothing, but there are better choices.

In 20 gauge, the common buck load uses 3 buck. Some times one can find 2 buck in a 3" 20 gauge shell. Either is much more effective than birdshot, though there's somewhat increased risk of overpenetration.

As with all defensive arms, effectiveness depends on proficiency.

August 7, 2012, 05:50 AM	#2
Dave McC Staff In Memoriam Join Date: October 13, 1999 Location: Columbia, Md, USA Posts: 8,811	Birdshot is better than nothing, but there are better choices. In 20 gauge, the common buck load uses 3 buck. Some times one can find 2 buck in a 3" 20 gauge shell. Either is much more effective than birdshot, though there's somewhat increased risk of overpenetration. As with all defensive arms, effectiveness depends on proficiency.