Are We Already Shooting 3" 28's

[Spring Creek Calls]

After checking POA/POI this morning on my SA-28, I couldn't help but notice how much longer the TSS loads looked compared to lead loads, so I got the micrometer out. Here's the mic'd length of 4 different loads.

2-3/4" Verdict 1-5/8 oz - 2.615"
2-3/4" Federal Prairie Storm - 2.418"
2-3/4" Apex Ninja 1-3/8 oz - 2.596"
3" Hevi Shot 2 oz. - 2.539"

Note that the Verdict and Apex 2-3/4" loads are longer than the 3" Hevi Shot load. I'm guessing the roll crimp is how we're getting that extra powder and shot. Anyone have a 3" 28 gauge that could measure the length? Could this be the issue with some SA-28's not picking up the next round?

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[Ihuntoldschool]

That 3 inch Hevishot looks like a 20 gauge cartridge.

I dont think a 28 could handle that much shot.

Be lucky if a 20 bore can. HA HA

[WV Ridge Reaper]

Sure is interesting..I was reading up on the 28 thread yesterday as id like to have a SA-28 but ill stay away now..Im really curious if people with sbe 3 28ga are having issues


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[Spring Creek Calls]

That 3 inch Hevishot looks like a 20 gauge cartridge.

I dont think a 28 could handle that much shot.

Be lucky if a 20 bore can. HA HA

The 3" Hevi is a 12 gauge, used to demonstrate the length compared to a 2-3/4" 28 gauge.

[Ihuntoldschool]

Thanks.  That makes more sense.

Be interesting to see the shell length after firing.

[Teamblue]

I believe the advertised length is after firing.  The roll crimps would probably be taller before firing since not as much hull wall is needed to pin the overshot card. I too would be interested in the lengths after firing.


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[Spring Creek Calls]

28 ga. Apex 1-3/8 Oz TSS roll crimp
28 ga. Remington 3/4 Oz lead star crimp

Nearly identical after firing.


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