Shotgun Shells

Shop our selection of shotgun shells from top brands like Remington, Estate, Federal Ammunition, Fiocchi, and G2 Research. Inman’s Armory stocks hard-hitting, dependable shotgun shells built for upland hunters, waterfowlers, clay shooters, and home defense users who count on every shell to perform. Whether you’re loading up for dove season, breaking clays at the range, or keeping your home defense shotgun ready, we carry birdshot, buckshot, and slugs in a range of gauges and loads. Stock up alongside shotguns and shotgun magazines to keep your shotgun ready, then fine-tune your setup with gun parts. Round things out with rifle ammunition, handgun ammunition, pump action shotguns, semi auto shotguns, and scopes sights and optics from our full inventory.

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Shotgun Shells Buying Guide

Check out shotgun shells online by comparing models, checking current availability, and reviewing specifications such as caliber, capacity, barrel length, and sight configuration. Choosing the right shell comes down to matching gauge, shell length, and payload to your firearm and intended application.

Use these pointers to dial in your shell selection:

  • Choose loads that cycle reliably through gas and inertia systems when feeding semi-auto shotguns, since lighter target loads sometimes fail to generate enough pressure to fully operate the action.
  • Pick low-recoil or managed-recoil target loads for high-volume clay shooting, then step up to magnum hunting payloads when chasing turkey, waterfowl, or upland game with pump action shotguns.
  • Match shot size to your discipline, leaning on 7 1/2, 8, and 9 shot for trap, skeet, and sporting clays through over under shotguns, and stepping up to BB through 4 shot for waterfowl and predator work.
  • Stick with traditional lower-pressure loads for classic side by side shotguns, since older twin-barrel platforms often pattern best with standard pressures and consistent shell dimensions.
  • Reserve heavy slug loads for precision big game work in bolt action shotguns, since these rifle-like platforms paired with sabot slugs deliver tight groups at extended ranges in shotgun-only deer zones.
  • Add a distinctive shell choice for traditional platforms like lever action shotguns, since these classic-style firearms feed best with consistent shell dimensions and moderate payloads suited to defensive, cowboy action, and recreational shooting.

Local And Compliance Notes

Grab shotgun shells online or visit the gun shop in Llano, Texas to inspect cases, talk through load selection, and pick up exactly what your barrel and choke combination is built to handle. Inman’s Armory serves customers in the nearby cities of Burnet, Marble Falls, Fredericksburg, Austin, and San Antonio, carrying shells suited to dove openers, deer slug season, turkey hunts, waterfowl flights, and clay sports across the Texas Hill Country.

Federal law requires shotgun shell buyers to be at least 18 years old, and Texas matches that threshold without imposing additional permits or registration on shell purchases. Anyone prohibited under federal law from possessing firearms is equally prohibited from possessing ammunition, so confirm eligibility before checkout. Texas Parks and Wildlife rules require non-toxic shot for waterfowl and may restrict certain payloads and shot sizes during specific seasons, so review the current Outdoor Annual before heading to the field.

Transport shotgun shells in original packaging or a sealed container, kept separate from loaded firearms during travel whenever practical, and store reserves in a cool, dry location away from solvents and direct sunlight. For questions about specialty loads, bulk case pricing, or hard-to-find gauges, contact the shop and the team will help match available stock to your hunting or sporting plans.

Frequently Asked Questions About Shotgun Shells

1. What does the gauge number on a shotgun shell mean?

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Gauge refers to the number of lead balls equal in diameter to the bore that together weigh one pound, so a smaller gauge number indicates a larger bore. The exception is .410 bore, which is measured by actual diameter in inches rather than by gauge.

2. Can I shoot 2 3/4 inch shells in a 3 inch chamber?

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Yes, a shotgun chambered for 3 inch shells can safely fire shorter 2 3/4 inch shells of the same gauge. The reverse is not safe, as longer shells will not fully chamber and will generate dangerous pressures if forced.

3. What is the difference between birdshot, buckshot, and slugs?

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Birdshot uses small pellets for hunting birds and small game, buckshot uses larger pellets for big game and defense, and slugs fire a single solid projectile for deer hunting and longer-range shots. Each requires different chokes and shot placement considerations.

4. Why do waterfowl hunters have to use non-toxic shot?

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Federal regulations require non-toxic shot for hunting migratory waterfowl to prevent lead poisoning in waterfowl that ingest spent pellets from wetlands. Common non-toxic options include steel, bismuth, and tungsten-based loads.

5. What shot size is best for turkey hunting?

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Turkey hunters typically use 4, 5, or 6 shot in 12 gauge or 20 gauge magnum loads, often with tungsten super shot (TSS) at smaller sizes for dense, hard-hitting patterns. Pattern testing with your specific choke is essential for ethical shot placement.

6. How does choke selection affect shotgun shell performance?

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Choke constriction at the muzzle controls how tightly the shot pattern stays together downrange, with cylinder bore producing the widest spread and full or extra full chokes producing the tightest patterns. Match your choke to the distance and target size for best results.

7. Are low-recoil shotgun shells less effective for defense?

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Modern low-recoil buckshot loads are specifically engineered to deliver effective patterns and penetration at home defense distances while reducing felt recoil for faster follow-up shots. Many law enforcement agencies have adopted these loads for duty use.

8. How should I store shotgun shells for the off-season?

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Store shotgun shells in a cool, dry location with stable temperatures and low humidity, ideally in their original boxes or sealed ammunition cans. Properly stored modern shells can remain reliable for many years.

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