Browning TSS vs. Federal TSS, JEBS vs. Carlson

[TC209X50]

Gun:
Remington V3 26" with Vortex Venom Red Dot

Ammo:
Browning TSS #7&9's 3"
Browning TSS #7's 3"
Federal TSS #9's 3"

Field Conditions:
All testing was done at a laser verified 40 yards off a bench in a sled.

All setups have their respective pros and cons for different hunting situations. My personal preference for field hunting is the Browning 7&9 with the JEBS .655 or the Carlson .640 and the Federal #9 at a close second. For a youth hunter I'm going with the JEBS and the Federal #9 for a little wiggle room. I feel the Browning 7&9's and the JEBS .655 probably outshine just a bit for knockdown at a greater distance given the larger shot size and the tightness of the group if that's your thing.
The JEBS .655 and straight #7's would definitely reach out and touch them as well but I think I prefer the 7&9's a bit better out of the JEBS .655 for my personal hunting style.

[TC209X50]

In addition It was also noted that the JEBS .655 had a tendency to be more POI correct over a variety of shells and offer a bit more of flexibility with ammo selection as opposed to the Carlson TSS .640.

[Zeke6685]

I wish Browning would offer a straight #9 load for 12 and 20 gauge.

[BandedSpur]

I wish Browning would offer a straight #9 load for 12 and 20 gauge.

Yep, the 7s are just taking up space and lowering overall pattern numbers. And with 9s capable from a penetration standpoint to 70 yards, what are the 7s in there for again? Oh yeah, for the states with archaic shot size regs. Doh! Another good reason to handload.

[TC209X50]

It was a good marketing strategy for Browning, I know NJ is a State that nothing smaller then 7.5's are allowed and I'm sure there are plenty others as well.

[trkehunr93]

I'd say Federal wins.