Alright guys, as promised I am updating how the Federal 3rd Degree in 3.5 worked. Well I say, take the money and buy Long Beards or Magnum Blend.
First Shot was with the stock choke tube and counted 123 from 40 yds, Second shot was with Sumtoy .660 and put 139 in 10 inches from 40. Not terrible numbers but they were very spotty. The pattern was heavy in one quadrant and big blank areas in another. According to the advertisement, the pattern should be pretty even from 20-50 yds. THe #7 open up quickly at close range, while the 5-6 continue to hold tight, then by mid range the 6's should have opened up, then the 5's at longer ranges so in theory those numbers should hold steady from 20-40 yds but i aint buying it.
I may actually put them in as follow up shot shells just in case.
