is it worth reloading shotgun shells?

[Skeebap]

i was thinking of getting into reloading at some point in the future but im seeing bulk shot shells going for 50c per shot, will i save enough money to make it worth reloading?

 

[struff55]

reloading shot shells is not about saving money it's about getting the load that you want
in todays world very exspensive to load shot shells all components come from the usa do that math for a min

 

[Licensed to kill]

i was thinking of getting into reloading at some point in the future but im seeing bulk shot shells going for 50c per shot, will i save enough money to make it worth reloading?

I load for 12, 16, 20, 28 and .410. IMO, it does not “pay” to load 12 or 20ga if you have to buy all the components (which of course most people have to). .410, 28, and 16 certainly pays due to the high price of Taylor mades.

 

[Ungrateful]

Not with birdshot the shot and other components cost almost that much. Specialty hunting ammo is worth it or if you cast your own buckshot and slugs

 

[Skeebap]

Not with birdshot the shot and other components cost almost that much. Specialty hunting ammo is worth it or if you cast your own buckshot and slugs

i see, that makes sense having to ship it and all

 

[JohnnyPython]

12ga? Not anymore.

 

[Snider shooter]

My 12 ga loading is mostly slugs and buck shot where you can save a lot of money. Target loads you can’t save any money.

 

[Ipscshooters]

No

 

[OkayShooter]

I convert trap/bird shot loads in slugs.

 

[Quigly]

Not with birdshot the shot and other components cost almost that much. Specialty hunting ammo is worth it or if you cast your own buckshot and slugs

 

[moosetaco]

Used to be less expensive to load your own. Not anymore.

 

[XLNC]

I reload 12, 20, 28 and 410 , and save on costs in them all but the biggest savings are 28ga and 410.

In 12ga, I load lighter 7/8 and 1 oz loads. Still save about $2.00-$2.60 per box using higher quality shot over buying the cheapest factory made stuff.

 

[murph83]

short answer....no.

 

[Deathrawt]

I still load 12 and 20 gauge target loads because I get the loads I want not because they are cheaper
You do save money loading 410 and 28 gauge for sure

 

[I Dont Care About You]

i was thinking of getting into reloading at some point in the future but im seeing bulk shot shells going for 50c per shot, will i save enough money to make it worth reloading?

Where are you finding 12ga shot shells for $12.50 a box?

 

[rajczak_kashka]

No

 

[Sniffer]

I reload 12, 20, 28 and 410 , and save on costs in them all but the biggest savings are 28ga and 410.

In 12ga, I load lighter 7/8 and 1 oz loads. Still save about $2.00-$2.60 per box using higher quality shot over buying the cheapest factory made stuff.

Disclaimer - I am clueless about shotgun ammo. Am I right in thinking 7/8 and 1 oz is the payload (ie quantity of shot)?

Can I ask why you do that? Most loads I see are heavier (1 1/8) and if I am correct would be sending more shot downrange (better chance of a hit?)

Is lower recoil your goal? And does the gun still cycle / run as well with the lighter loads?

 

[Potashminer]

Sniffer - I am waiting to see what reply that you will get - an FYI - last fall I bought a flat of #6 lead shot for my 28 gauge - the brand is Federal - one ounce loads.

 

[cosmic]

Sniffer - People shooting high volumes of clays will often opt for lighter payloads (eg 3/4 to 1 oz in 12g). Recoil and shooting fatigue is reduced, as is cost, with lead being the most expensive component. Bear in mind it only takes a pellet or two to shatter a clay pigeon.
The heavier loads (1 1/8 oz and above) are typically field loads, where pellet count can matter when you are shooting at a pheasant at 40 yards.
Most modern semi auto shotguns have compensating gas systems that are designed to accommodate light target loads up to 3.5 inch duck loads. Whether a given gun lives up to its design intent can only be determined by experience. Light loads will often lead to "stovepiping".

 

[FLHTCUI]

i was thinking of getting into reloading at some point in the future but im seeing bulk shot shells going for 50c per shot, will i save enough money to make it worth reloading?

Reloading anything firearms related is a form of therapy and/or a hobby.