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Old 12-28-2009, 08:39 AM
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10 gauge lead loads

I have been having trouble finding factory 10 gauge loaded with lead shot. I have found buck shot and slugs, but no bird shot. Steel can be found anywhere but I would like some lead for longer range shots on non-waterfowl game.

I have considered a 10 gauge loading system but I don't think it would be worth it. I don't shoot the 10 very much.

Has anybody found dealers that supply much 10 gauge with lead bird shot?
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Old 12-28-2009, 05:13 PM
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It's tought stuff to find. I've been looking for the same reason for a couple years without much luck. I'd also like some lead #4's in case I ever get drawn for turkey's. I did find a couple boxes at a gun show in Lethbridge a year or two ago. Didn't last long however.

I think I'm gonna have to get a 10 gauge press.
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Old 12-28-2009, 07:38 PM
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I might break down and get a 10 gauge loader. I load for 12 gauge, but I use those enough to be well worth it, the 10 is iffy............
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Old 12-30-2009, 07:09 PM
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Say, where do you find the buckshot and slugs?

thanks
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Old 12-30-2009, 07:56 PM
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Buckshot at Wholesale-Calgary and Slugs at Backcountry Fort St. John. Just lucky, almost every store I walk in I ask in case there is an old dusty box in the back.
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I have four boxes of Federal Premium #4's, one box of Remington and three boxes of Winchester #2. I've been 'hanging' on to them, until I locate some Bismuth shot. 'When' I get my little paws on some Bismuth, I'll probably put what I have up for sale.
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