{"product_id":"rio-game-load-bluesteel-12-gauge-2-75-1-1-8-oz-7-shot","title":"Rio Game Load BlueSteel 12 Gauge 2.75\" 1 1\/8 oz #7 Shot","description":"     \u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; color: #333; max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e     \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/rio\/\" style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0088FF;\"\u003eRio\u003c\/a\u003e Game Load BlueSteel shotshells are designed for environmentally conscious wetland hunters. These lead-free cartridges feature perfectly spherical steel shot, providing great knock-down power and superior range. With performance equaling that of traditional lead shot but without the associated environmental hazards, BlueSteel ammunition offers an excellent solution for duck and goose hunting. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/shotgun-shells\/12-gauge\/\" style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0088FF;\"\u003e12 gauge\u003c\/a\u003e, 2 3\/4\" shells are loaded with 1 1\/8 oz of #7 shot, delivering a muzzle velocity of 1360 fps. This combination ensures effective performance on waterfowl while preserving sensitive wetland ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e     \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003c\/h2\u003e     \u003ctable id=\"specifications-table\" style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e         \u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ff6600; color: white;\"\u003e             \u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding: 12px; text-align: left;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/th\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRio Ammunition\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGame Load BlueSteel\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGauge\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e12 Gauge\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShell Length\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2 3\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShot Size\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e#7\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShot Weight\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 1\/8 oz\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShot Material\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMuzzle Velocity\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1360 fps\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRounds Per Box\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e25\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBoxes Per Case\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e10\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e8435101628457\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWaterfowl hunting, Upland game\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e              \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e       \u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e         \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e         \u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; color: #666;\"\u003eThe \u003cspan itemprop=\"name\"\u003eRio Game Load BlueSteel 12 Gauge 2.75\" 1 1\/8 oz #7 Shot\u003c\/span\u003e offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for waterfowl hunting and upland game. Here's a breakdown of its key features:\u003c\/p\u003e         \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e           \u003ctbody\u003e                            \u003ctr itemprop=\"additionalProperty\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PropertyValue\"\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eGauge\u003c\/td\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eStandard shotgun gauge for versatile use\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e               \u003c\/tr\u003e                            \u003ctr itemprop=\"additionalProperty\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PropertyValue\"\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eShell Length\u003c\/td\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.75\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eStandard shell length for wide firearm compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e               \u003c\/tr\u003e                            \u003ctr itemprop=\"additionalProperty\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PropertyValue\"\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eShot Size\u003c\/td\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#7\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eIdeal for small game and upland birds\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e               \u003c\/tr\u003e                            \u003ctr itemprop=\"additionalProperty\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PropertyValue\"\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eShot Weight\u003c\/td\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 1\/8 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eProvides excellent pattern density and energy\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e               \u003c\/tr\u003e                            \u003ctr itemprop=\"additionalProperty\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PropertyValue\"\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eMuzzle Velocity\u003c\/td\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1360 fps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eHigh velocity for improved performance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e               \u003c\/tr\u003e                            \u003ctr itemprop=\"additionalProperty\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PropertyValue\"\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eShot Material\u003c\/td\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eEnvironmentally friendly alternative to lead\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e               \u003c\/tr\u003e                            \u003ctr itemprop=\"additionalProperty\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PropertyValue\"\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25 shells per box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eConvenient packaging for hunters\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e               \u003c\/tr\u003e                        \u003c\/tbody\u003e         \u003c\/table\u003e         \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eApplications \u0026amp; Use Cases:\u003c\/h2\u003e         \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0;\" itemprop=\"additionalProperty\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PropertyValue\"\u003e                        \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWetland Hunting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specifically designed for use in sensitive wetland environments where lead shot is prohibited.\u003c\/li\u003e                        \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaterfowl Hunting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for hunting ducks and geese with its steel shot and high velocity.\u003c\/li\u003e                        \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpland Game:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for hunting pheasants, grouse, and other upland birds.\u003c\/li\u003e                        \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTarget Practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be used for clay pigeon shooting and target practice in areas requiring non-lead ammunition.\u003c\/li\u003e                        \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental Conservation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports conservation efforts by eliminating lead contamination in hunting areas.\u003c\/li\u003e                    \u003c\/ul\u003e         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"manufacturer\" content=\"RIO AMMUNITION\"\u003e         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"model\" content=\"Game Load BlueSteel\"\u003e       \u003c\/div\u003e     \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e         \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003ePros and Cons:\u003c\/h2\u003e         \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; flex-wrap: wrap;\"\u003e             \u003cdiv style=\"width: calc(50% - 10px); min-width: 280px;\"\u003e                 \u003ch3 style=\"color: #4caf50;\"\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e                 \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0;\"\u003e                                  \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmentally Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lead-free steel shot preserves sensitive wetland environments.             \u003c\/li\u003e                      \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003eHigh Velocity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1360 fps provides excellent range and hitting power for game birds.             \u003c\/li\u003e                      \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003ePerfectly Spherical Shot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensures consistent patterns and improved performance.             \u003c\/li\u003e                      \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Shot Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e #7 shot is effective for various game birds and small game hunting.             \u003c\/li\u003e                      \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003eComparable Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matches lead shot performance without environmental risks.             \u003c\/li\u003e                          \u003c\/ul\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003cdiv style=\"width: calc(50% - 10px); min-width: 280px;\"\u003e                 \u003ch3 style=\"color: #f44336;\"\u003eCons\u003c\/h3\u003e                 \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0;\"\u003e                                  \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003ePotential for Increased Wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel shot causes more barrel choke wear than lead shot.             \u003c\/li\u003e                      \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003eLimited Penetration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel shot may have less penetration than lead at longer ranges.             \u003c\/li\u003e                      \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003eCost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally more expensive than traditional lead shot loads.             \u003c\/li\u003e                      \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003eGun Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e May not be suitable for use in older \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/guns\/shotguns\/\" style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0088FF;\"\u003eshotguns\u003c\/a\u003e not rated for steel shot.             \u003c\/li\u003e                          \u003c\/ul\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e         \u003c\/div\u003e              \u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ItemList\"\u003e             \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"1\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Pros\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv itemprop=\"item\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ItemList\"\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"1\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Environmentally Friendly: Lead-free steel shot preserves sensitive wetland environments.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"2\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"High Velocity: 1360 fps provides excellent range and hitting power for game birds.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"3\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Perfectly Spherical Shot: Ensures consistent patterns and improved performance.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"4\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Versatile Shot Size: #7 shot is effective for various game birds and small game hunting.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"5\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Comparable Performance: Matches lead shot performance without environmental risks.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                      \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"2\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Cons\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv itemprop=\"item\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ItemList\"\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"1\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Potential for Increased Wear: Steel shot causes more barrel choke wear than lead shot.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"2\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Limited Penetration: Steel shot may have less penetration than lead at longer ranges.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"3\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Cost: Generally more expensive than traditional lead shot loads.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"4\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Gun Compatibility: May not be suitable for use in older shotguns not rated for steel shot.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                      \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e         \u003c\/div\u003e     \u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e         \u003ch3 style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eAbout Rio Ammunition:\u003c\/h3\u003e         \u003cp\u003eRio Ammunition, a brand of MAXAM Outdoors, has been a leading manufacturer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/shotgun-shells\/\" style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0088FF;\"\u003eshotgun shells\u003c\/a\u003e and cartridges since 1896. Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, Rio has a strong global presence in over 100 countries. The company operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities both in Spain and in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/laws\/texas\/\" style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0088FF;\"\u003eMarshall, Texas\u003c\/a\u003e, where they combine traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology to produce high-quality ammunition for the U.S. market. Known for its commitment to environmental stewardship, Rio developed the BlueSteel line of lead-free shotshells to help preserve sensitive wetland environments. With a focus on innovation and performance, Rio continues to produce products that meet the evolving needs of hunters and sport shooters, while ensuring strict quality control standards for reliability and consistency in every round.\u003c\/p\u003e     \u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e         \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions:\u003c\/h2\u003e         \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e                  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e                     \u003cstrong\u003eQ: What makes Rio Game Load BlueSteel ammunition environmentally friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e                     \u003cp\u003eA: Rio Game Load BlueSteel ammunition is environmentally friendly because it uses lead-free steel shot. This helps preserve sensitive wetland environments by eliminating the hazards associated with lead shot, making it an excellent choice for responsible hunters and conservationists.\u003c\/p\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e                     \u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the performance of Rio Game Load BlueSteel compared to traditional lead shot?\u003c\/strong\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e                     \u003cp\u003eA: Rio Game Load BlueSteel offers performance equal to that of traditional lead shot. It features perfectly spherical steel shot that provides great knock-down power and superior range, making it effective for hunting various game birds, including ducks and geese.\u003c\/p\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e                     \u003cstrong\u003eQ: What are the specifications of this Rio Game Load BlueSteel ammunition?\u003c\/strong\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e                     \u003cp\u003eA: This Rio Game Load BlueSteel ammunition is 12 gauge, 2-3\/4\" shell length, loaded with 1-1\/8 oz of #7 steel shot. It has a muzzle velocity of 1360 feet per second (FPS) and comes in boxes of 25 rounds.\u003c\/p\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e                     \u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this ammunition suitable for all types of hunting?\u003c\/strong\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e                     \u003cp\u003eA: While Rio Game Load BlueSteel is versatile, it's particularly well-suited for wetland hunting and areas where lead shot is prohibited. The #7 shot size is effective for smaller upland game birds and waterfowl. However, for larger game or longer-range shooting, a different shot size might be more appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e                     \u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does the recoil of Rio Game Load BlueSteel compare to lead shot loads?\u003c\/strong\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e                     \u003cp\u003eA: The recoil of Rio Game Load BlueSteel is comparable to lead shot loads of similar velocity and payload. The 1360 FPS velocity may produce slightly more felt recoil than slower loads, but the 1-1\/8 oz payload is standard for 12 gauge hunting loads, resulting in manageable recoil for most shooters.\u003c\/p\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                  \u003c\/div\u003e         \u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e                  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"What makes Rio Game Load BlueSteel ammunition environmentally friendly?\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e                     \u003cmeta itemprop=\"text\" content=\"Rio Game Load BlueSteel ammunition is environmentally friendly because it uses lead-free steel shot. This helps preserve sensitive wetland environments by eliminating the hazards associated with lead shot, making it an excellent choice for responsible hunters and conservationists.\"\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"What is the performance of Rio Game Load BlueSteel compared to traditional lead shot?\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e                     \u003cmeta itemprop=\"text\" content=\"Rio Game Load BlueSteel offers performance equal to that of traditional lead shot. It features perfectly spherical steel shot that provides great knock-down power and superior range, making it effective for hunting various game birds, including ducks and geese.\"\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"What are the specifications of this Rio Game Load BlueSteel ammunition?\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e                     \u003cmeta itemprop=\"text\" content=\"This Rio Game Load BlueSteel ammunition is 12 gauge, 2-3\/4\" shell length loaded with oz of steel shot. it has a muzzle velocity feet per second and comes in boxes rounds.\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Is this ammunition suitable for all types of hunting?\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e                     \u003cmeta itemprop=\"text\" content=\"While Rio Game Load BlueSteel is versatile, it's particularly well-suited for wetland hunting and areas where lead shot is prohibited. The #7 shot size is effective for smaller upland game birds and waterfowl. However, for larger game or longer-range shooting, a different shot size might be more appropriate.\"\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"How does the recoil of Rio Game Load BlueSteel compare to lead shot loads?\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e                     \u003cmeta itemprop=\"text\" content=\"The recoil of Rio Game Load BlueSteel is comparable to lead shot loads of similar velocity and payload. The 1360 FPS velocity may produce slightly more felt recoil than slower loads, but the 1-1\/8 oz payload is standard for 12 gauge hunting loads, resulting in manageable recoil for most shooters.\"\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                  \u003c\/div\u003e     \u003c\/div\u003e     ","brand":"Black Basin","offers":[{"title":"25","offer_id":48339554828388,"sku":"8435101628457-25","price":29.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100","offer_id":48510293704804,"sku":"8435101628457-100","price":61.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250","offer_id":48339554861156,"sku":"8435101628457-250","price":114.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500","offer_id":48339554893924,"sku":"8435101628457-500","price":227.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000","offer_id":48510293737572,"sku":"8435101628457-1000","price":445.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2000","offer_id":48510293770340,"sku":"8435101628457-2000","price":874.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/6625\/6996\/files\/RIOGLBS327.jpg?v=1777471009","url":"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/products\/rio-game-load-bluesteel-12-gauge-2-75-1-1-8-oz-7-shot","provider":"Black Basin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}