Fiocchi Golden Turkey TSS 12 Gauge 3" 1 5/8 oz #7 Shot
Fiocchi Ammo
- UPC:
- 762344713038
Fiocchi's Golden Turkey TSS 12 Gauge ammunition delivers exceptional performance for turkey hunting. These 3-inch shells are loaded with 1 5/8 oz of #7 Tungsten Super Shot (TSS), providing dense patterns and deep penetration at extended ranges. With a muzzle velocity of 1200 fps, this load offers flat trajectories and hard-hitting power. The premium TSS pellets, being 18 g/cc density, maintain energy downrange better than traditional lead shot, resulting in improved lethality on turkeys. Designed for serious turkey hunters, this ammunition combines Fiocchi's quality with cutting-edge TSS technology for superior field performance.
Product Highlights:
Specifications | |
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Manufacturer | Fiocchi Ammunition |
Product Line | Golden Turkey TSS |
Gauge | 12 Gauge |
Shell Length | 3" |
Shot Weight | 1 5/8 oz |
Shot Size | #7 |
Shot Material | Tungsten Super Shot (TSS) |
Muzzle Velocity | 1200 fps |
Rounds Per Box | 5 |
Boxes Per Case | 10 |
Application | Turkey Hunting |
UPC | 762344713038 |
Key Features:
The Fiocchi Golden Turkey TSS 12 Gauge 3" 1 5/8 oz #7 Shot offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for turkey hunting. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
Shot Material | 18 g/cc Tungsten Super Shot (TSS) Denser than lead for improved range and penetration |
Shell Length | 3 inches Standard magnum length for increased payload |
Shot Weight | 1 5/8 oz Heavy payload for maximum effectiveness |
Shot Size | #7 Ideal for turkey hunting, providing dense patterns |
Velocity | 1200 fps High velocity for flat trajectory and increased energy transfer |
Applications & Use Cases:
- Turkey Hunting: Specifically designed for taking down turkeys at extended ranges.
- Long-Range Performance: Dense patterns and deep penetration make it effective at longer distances.
- Ethical Harvesting: Increased lethality helps ensure clean, ethical kills.
- Versatile Hunting: Can be used for other upland game birds and waterfowl where non-toxic shot is required.
- Practice and Patterning: Useful for patterning your turkey gun before the hunting season.
Pros and Cons:
Pros
- ✔ High Density Tungsten Shot: 18 g/cc tungsten super shot provides superior penetration and energy retention at long ranges.
- ✔ Heavy Payload: 1 5/8 oz of shot offers increased pellet count for denser patterns.
- ✔ Effective Shot Size: #7 TSS is highly effective for turkey hunting, capable of ethical kills at extended ranges.
- ✔ Non-Toxic: Tungsten super shot is lead-free and compliant with hunting regulations.
- ✔ High Velocity: 1200 fps muzzle velocity ensures flat trajectories and hard-hitting performance.
Cons
- ✘ Premium Price: TSS ammunition is typically more expensive than lead or standard steel shot loads in today's market.
- ✘ Recoil: The heavy payload and high velocity can result in significant felt recoil.
- ✘ Overkill for Close Range: The performance of TSS may be unnecessary for traditional turkey hunting distances.
- ✘ Limited Versatility: Specialized for turkey hunting, may not be ideal for other hunting applications.
About Fiocchi:
Fiocchi, founded in 1876 in Lecco, Italy, is one of the oldest ammunition manufacturers in the world. With over 140 years of experience, Fiocchi has established itself as a leader in the production of high-quality ammunition for sport shooting, hunting, and law enforcement. The company expanded its operations to the United States in 1983, opening a facility in Ozark, Missouri, to better serve the American market. Fiocchi is renowned for its innovative approach to ammunition design, utilizing advanced technologies and materials to create products that meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. The company is particularly known for its shotgun shells, including specialized loads like the Golden Turkey TSS, which demonstrates their commitment to developing cutting-edge hunting ammunition. Fiocchi's dedication to quality control and continuous improvement has earned them a reputation for consistency and excellence among shooters worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- MANUFACTURER:
- Fiocchi
- PRODUCT TYPE:
- Ammunition
- CONDITION:
- New
- UPC:
- 762344713038
- caliber:
- 12 Gauge
- shot_size:
- 7
- shell_length:
- 3