Due to the large difference in density between Tungsten Super Shot (TSS), Lead, and Steel pellets, it can be difficult choosing the appropriate equivalent. This TSS equivalent chart shows the corresponding pellet sizes for Lead and Steel shot that are most similar to Tungsten Super Shot. The general rule of thumb when determining equivalent pellet […]
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How Hard is Tungsten Super Shot? (Surprising Answer!)
QUICK SUMMARY ↬ Tungsten Super Shot is harder than both steel and lead, which makes shotgun barrel damage a real concern. Let’s break down the hardness of TSS – focusing on the Vickers hardness test – while giving tips to reduce the chances of barrel damage occurring with TSS shot. Tungsten Super Shot (TSS) is […]
TSS Shot Weight Chart for Shotshell Reloading
WaterfowlChoke compiled weight specs for Tungsten Super Shot pellets in grains to aid in shotshell reloading. Our TSS shot weight chart below includes weight measurements of popular TSS pellet sizes – from #10 through #5 shot. TSS Shot Weight Chart TSS Shot Size Pellet Weight (grains) 10 0.88 9 1.20 8 1.70 7 2.43 6 […]
TSS Pellet Count Chart Per Ounce
This TSS pellet chart lists the approximate number of pellets per ounce of popular Tungsten Super Shot pellet sizes. TSS pellet sizes range from large #2 pellets to the smallest #11 pellets. TSS pellets have a density of 18 g/cc and are 33% heavier than Hevishot and 38% heavier than lead. These heavy tungsten pellets […]
TSS 10 and 11 Shot: Too small to be effective?
TSS 10 shot and 11 shot are some of the smallest tungsten pellets available for waterfowl and turkey hunting. It’s almost unbelievable that pellets this small could be effective, but they do have several applications where they excel. Hunting smaller ducks, such as teal and wood ducks, inside 40 yards is one of these scenarios. […]