Originally Posted By: BrentD
FWIW, I have been loading 22.5 gr of longshot for low pressure 16 gauge 2.5" shells. I would be interested to hear about the loads that others are using.


Hi Brent, here's the 16ga load I use for Sharpies and Ringnecks. This one has worked very well for me. Patterns good (in the guns I use).

Cheddite 2 3/4" Hull

22grs Longshot

SG16 Wad

209 Cheddite Primer

1 1/8oz of shot

7000psi

1175fps

I also use an Overshot card, does give me better crimps. The SG16 is a 7/8 to 1oz wad, but I've never had any problems with flyers or "blown" patterns with the additional 1/8oz of shot.

Best,

Greg

Gregory J. Westberg
MSG, USA
Ret