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An old Indian trick to convert skeet loads
Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 08:42

that are pretty much harmless past 60 yds. is to "cut" through the outer plastic of the hull, keeping the wadding and shot intact. Not too low or you get into the powder, not too high or you get into the shot column. In between on the wad cushion. You can even leave a little sliver of a section "uncut" to hold the two halves together better.

This allows the entire front section of the shotshell serve as a projectile. Effectively a "soft" slug, sort of like the old Glaser ammo Sky Marshals used to use on soft targets. We tested it to 50 yds. and they group well with no rifling or sights! Blows a huge hole in stuff. Even a hard target like a tactical vest, while not penetrating, if the front touches the back, what's in the middle will not be in the fight.

I was told about this "cutting" of shotshells by an old timer who hunted deer during WWII when you could hardly get ammo or meat! I then watched some Youtube videos, then tried it myself. Even the .410 shotshell makes a much more formidable round when cut. I can't explain it, it does not tumble but hits point on. A #9 load can kill a Bufflao to 50 yds!