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Old 09-02-2019, 01:14 PM
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I've developed a number of shotshell loads for pistols/revolvers over the years. I use #9 and #12 shot depending on the application. I can still find #9 shot but I can't find any sources for #12.
Anyone have a source for either shot size?
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Old 09-02-2019, 02:31 PM
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I can't help with #12, but I get #9 from skeet shells.
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Old 09-02-2019, 03:01 PM
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Midway has #12 shot in stock at $42.99 for a 10 pound bag. I don't know what shipping costs. I imagine 10 pounds would go a long way if you're loading handgun shells.
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Old 09-02-2019, 04:04 PM
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At one time I think Hornady offered it in a 2# box, like buckshot
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Old 09-02-2019, 06:55 PM
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Midway looks like my best bet.
It's going to cost a ton of money no matter what.
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I've gotten handfuls of 9's over the years from my skeet shooting friends. Ordering a bag of 12's will be expensive, but will probably last you for years.
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Old 09-03-2019, 10:05 AM
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Ballistic Products...They usually stock 10 11 and 12 shot although Number 11 is out of stock right now. 5 Kilo bag is priced at under 38 bucks a bag
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Old 09-03-2019, 10:38 AM
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#10's/#11's/#12's are available from Ballistic Products and Precision Reloading. Not Cheap. I like #12's in my bee loads. But have settled for 9's as they are cheaper and easier to get.
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Old 09-05-2019, 12:07 AM
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Your mailbox is full. I can't give you shipping instructions.
M.O is on the way.
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If you're an Amazon prime member you can buy shot with no shipping costs. They sell bags as small as 5 lbs.
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