Can anyone give me a good opinion on Nitro loads? I've been seeing some bad posts about Apex and before I sink any money in these bad boys I was wondering what your experience was with whatever kind you shoot? I'm going to be using my SX3 20 ga. with a 26" barrel. I have a Sumtoy .562 and am waiting for a Carlson 575 to show up. Also what are the pros and cons of TSS? Other than cost as con what are any others that I might not be seeing? Thanks
If I didn't load my own I'd run apex or federal. Too many bad personal experiences with nitros. I did use some of apexs waterfowl loads and their customer service and product was flawless.
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I have seen them as well, and personally I wouldn't risk safety when it comes to ammo. After all we are talking about a controlled explosion 2 inches from your face.
I can't see Nitro .. or any of these other backyard garage ammo companies having near the QC in place as Federal, Winchester, etc.
Oh and a little secret.. Rogers has had 20GA TSS #9 back in stock for a week now... let the party begin. https://www.rogerssportinggoods.com/federal-premium-heavyweight-tss-turkey-loads-20-gauge-3-1-1-2oz-1000fps.html
Have used Apex in a 870 zero issues, Nitro hw in a 870 for over 10 years , again zero issues.
Apex has been top notch for me. I just started loading my own simply because it was a natural progression for me. But I killed a great tom with The Hunting Public with Apex 16 gauge TSS that was amazing. Give em a try!! Now I'll be doing my own this year!!
https://youtu.be/gweMpcz9nik
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Quote from: jryser on May 29, 2018, 07:21:33 PM
Apex has been top notch for me. I just started loading my own simply because it was a natural progression for me. But I killed a great tom with The Hunting Public with Apex 16 gauge TSS that was amazing. Give em a try!! Now I'll be doing my own this year!!
https://youtu.be/gweMpcz9nik
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Is the whole hunting public crew running apex? They've been smacking birds over with those 20s and have made no mention of what shells they are running
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Quote from: TauntoHawk on May 29, 2018, 09:02:07 PM
Quote from: jryser on May 29, 2018, 07:21:33 PM
Apex has been top notch for me. I just started loading my own simply because it was a natural progression for me. But I killed a great tom with The Hunting Public with Apex 16 gauge TSS that was amazing. Give em a try!! Now I'll be doing my own this year!!
https://youtu.be/gweMpcz9nik
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Is the whole hunting public crew running apex? They've been smacking birds over with those 20s and have made no mention of what shells they are running
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Actually Zach uses lead shot - until next year when he will use my handloads!!
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What load/recipe did ya smoke your Indiana bird with? That guy was a mess
Quote from: jryser on May 29, 2018, 07:21:33 PM
Apex has been top notch for me. I just started loading my own simply because it was a natural progression for me. But I killed a great tom with The Hunting Public with Apex 16 gauge TSS that was amazing. Give em a try!! Now I'll be doing my own this year!!
https://youtu.be/gweMpcz9nik
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Enjoyed your video. I've been hand loading Hal's recipes for several years myself. I noticed you are using a different type of buffer than what Hal has recommended to me. Wonder if it makes a difference?
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Quote from: bigbird on May 30, 2018, 09:49:45 AM
What load/recipe did ya smoke your Indiana bird with? That guy was a mess
That was Apex - and I have the new load from Hal that is even better at least in that gun!!!
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Quote from: jryser on May 29, 2018, 07:21:33 PM
Apex has been top notch for me. I just started loading my own simply because it was a natural progression for me. But I killed a great tom with The Hunting Public with Apex 16 gauge TSS that was amazing. Give em a try!! Now I'll be doing my own this year!!
https://youtu.be/gweMpcz9nik
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Enjoyed your video. I've been hand loading Hal's recipes for several years myself. I noticed you are using a different type of buffer than what Hal has recommended to me. Wonder if it makes a difference?
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Thanks for the video feedback. I asked Hal to make sure it was worthy before posting since he's been my main inspiration. He loves it so it's out there now. I will send u a PM on the buffer I use.
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I plan on ordering some Apex #8s in both 16 and 20 ga here soon.Using #8 because im in NY. I just got an 870 express youth 16 ga and have a Trulock EF choke on the way for it. Apex picked up the phone and gave me great C.S. when i called a few weeks ago. I definitely wouldn't hesitate to try the Federal TSS if you can find them. Both chokes you have should be great with TSS. Only cons i can think of is cost and availability