Fiocchi 28ga 3”

 

“Cognitive dissonance” describes the mental discomfort that results from holding two conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes. People tend to seek consistency in their attitudes and perceptions, so this conflict causes feelings of unease or discomfort, like when we read “28-gauge” and “three inch” in the description of a cartridge. As a ballistician and a shotgunner (who is fond of small bores), I’m still getting used to it.

 

We should remember that life is still full of mystery and surprises – and this is one that we should explore. Ours is a scientific inquiry, so we won’t simply dismiss the 28ga 3” as a novelty. We will pursue it and see what it has to offer us as shotgunners.

 

These are the early stages of our development. We are currently pursuing loads with lead, steel, bismuth, and SpheroTungsten 18.0 shot. That is just for starters. We are breaking new ground….

 

(*This should go without saying, but these loads are ONLY for 28ga shotguns designed and chambered for 3” cartridges. If you are at all in doubt, contact the manufacturer of your shotgun or a reliable gunsmith.)

LEAD SHOT:
Load#11053

HULL:  Fiocchi 28-ga 3”

PRIMER: Fiocchi 616 standard

PROPELLANT:  Hodgdon Lil Gun® 26.1 grains

WAD: HV28 Magnum 28

SHOT:  1-ounce lead shot (#6 nickel-plated lead used in tests, 438 grains)

ROLL CRIMP:  w/OS28 or N728 overshot

Results: 1210 FPS  9148 PSI

 

STEEL SHOT:

Load#11059

HULL:  Fiocchi 28-ga 3”

PRIMER: Fiocchi 616 standard

PROPELLANT:  Hodgdon Lil Gun® 26.2 grains

WAD: TPS 28 wad with Thin Mylar interior wrap

SHOT:  ¾-ounce steel shot (#6 steel used in tests, 328 grains)

ROLL CRIMP:  w/OS28 or N728 overshot

Results: 1355 FPS   11,950 PSI

 

Happy hunting & safe shooting,

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