AEA Zues smooth bore pattern testing photos

[elittle1234]

All of these shots were made at 10 yards, I would say I've figured it out.

1st photo is steel #1 shot, 2nd photo BBB lead shot in neck area above steel shot pattern. 3rd photo 00 buckshot, 4th photo steel #1 shot using a different shell design. I still need to try some different chokes but I've got it pretty dialed in I think.

 

[elittle1234]

I used these targets because they were the biggest splatter burst ones I had, and my backstop is plate steel and wood so it's incredibly safe for shot loads. I wasn't trying to imply using this in any way other than hunting or target practice and in the future I will not use targets that look like people. Sorry.

 

[RM.510bigbore]

Nice Pattern Good work!!!!

 

[elittle1234]

I discovered the secret from the new serpent arms 28ga shell design. By putting holes in the bottom of the shell the air can blow the glued paper cap off the shell, which allows the shot to leave the wad. Without the holes the wad flies out like a slug. Also too much glue on the cap will cause the air not to blow the cap off.