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Federal Vital-Shok Barnes Expander Tipped Sabot Slug, 12ga, 2-3/4", 3/4 oz.

Item # 414819
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Key Features

  • For use with a fully-rifled barrel

  • Opens wide and separates cleanly from the slug

  • Extremely accurate


Our Price   $12.99
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Product Description
federal_premium For those who use a fully rifled barrel and take shotgun slug accuracy seriously, there's the Barnes Expander. Wad opens wide and separates clean from the slug to provide extreme accuracy. Capable of producing 4" groups at 200 yards. 5 shells per box.
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Specifications
Gauge 12
Length (in.) 2-3/4"
Shot Weight (oz.) 3/4 oz.
Shot Size Sabot Slug
Velocity (fps) 1900 fps

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Federal PremiumFederal Vital-Shok Barnes Expander Tipped Sabot Slug, 12ga, 2-3/4", 3/4 oz.
 
4.6

(based on 14 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (12)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (1)

93%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Accuracy (6)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Hunting (9)
    • Outdoors (3)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (11)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Hunter / fisherman (9), Enthusiast (3)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Accurate Slug in Mossberg 500

    I use a Mossberg 500 with a vented cantilever rifled slug barrel w/scope, I switched from the 1 oz. Federal Barnes Expander because I couldn't find them in my area anymore but after ...Read complete review

    I use a Mossberg 500 with a vented cantilever rifled slug barrel w/scope, I switched from the 1 oz. Federal Barnes Expander because I couldn't find them in my area anymore but after I compared the ballistics it was a no brainer (using a 100 yard zero at 200 yards the 1 oz. slug dropped 24" compared to 14" for the 3/4 oz. and the down range energy was significantly better all the way out to 200 yards). They are normally expensive but the [$] price was good and even better Federal has a $5 rebate per box ($10 max rebate). Unfortunately didn't get a chance to take a deer with them this year but if they perform anything like the 1 oz. version I'm sure I won't be disappointed.

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Not Accurate with my 870

    I put about 20 of these through my Rem 870 at 100 yards. Could not get consistent grouping. Had a competitive shooter try to fire the same and could not get within a 10&...Read complete review

    I put about 20 of these through my Rem 870 at 100 yards. Could not get consistent grouping. Had a competitive shooter try to fire the same and could not get within a 10" grouping. Have 5 boxes left that I cannot use.

    Reviewed by 14 customers

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    3/9/2013

    (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Excellent product, price, service

    By MrBloosBoy

    from Minneapolis, MN

    About Me Casual/Recreational

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Federal Premium Federal Vital-Shok Barnes Expander Tipped Sabot Slug, 12ga, 2-3/4", 3/4 oz.:

          Recently purchased a Mossberg 500 with a rifled barrel. Haven't had a chance to shoot these yet but from the research I've done and my experience with other Federal ammunition, I have no doubt that these will perform as expected. Gander Mountain had the best price and free shipping to boot. Thanks so much!

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          1/28/2013
           
          5.0

          Going out of production

          By OldFlick

          from NJ

          About Me Enthusiast

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Outdoors

              Comments about Federal Premium Federal Vital-Shok Barnes Expander Tipped Sabot Slug, 12ga, 2-3/4", 3/4 oz.:

              Barnes bullets will no longer be used by Federal. They perform perfect on deer and I am not sure how federal bullets will perform. With that I was glad Gander Mt had a supply to stock up on.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              1/25/2013
               
              5.0

              The Best Performing Slug on the Market

              By Kevin

              from Media, PA

              About Me Enthusiast

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Highly Accurate
              • Massive Damage
              • Relative Flat Trajectory
              • Reliable Stopping Power
              • Tight Shot Groups

              Cons

              • None

              Best Uses

              • Hunting Big Game

              Comments about Federal Premium Federal Vital-Shok Barnes Expander Tipped Sabot Slug, 12ga, 2-3/4", 3/4 oz.:

              These are the best slugs that I've ever used in my gun for both performance on the range and in the field.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              12/29/2012
               
              5.0

              Very accurate

              By John .G

              from Athens,Ohio

              About Me Enthusiast

              Verified Reviewer

              Pros

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Outdoors

                  Comments about Federal Premium Federal Vital-Shok Barnes Expander Tipped Sabot Slug, 12ga, 2-3/4", 3/4 oz.:

                  I shoot a 870 with a hastings rifled barrel.Over the period of 20 years I've tried a lot of sabots. Some good, most bad, but these Barnes are very accurate and hit like a rock.Proof is in the freezer!

                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                  1/2/2011

                  (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Accurate

                  By Rookie

                  from Minnesota

                  About Me Beginner, Hunter

                  Verified Reviewer

                  Pros

                  • Accuracy

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Hunting

                    Comments about Federal Premium Federal Vital-Shok Barnes Expander Tipped Sabot Slug, 12ga, 2-3/4", 3/4 oz.:

                    This year was my first time deer hunting and I shot the first deer I saw using this slug! One shot = one kill. What else would you want from your ammo?!

                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No

                    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                    (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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                    12/14/2010
                     
                    5.0

                    Accurate Slug in Mossberg 500

                    By Bailles

                    from Binghamton, NY

                    About Me Hunter

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Accuracy

                    Cons

                    • Normally Expensive

                    Best Uses

                    • Hunting

                    Comments about Federal Premium Federal Vital-Shok Barnes Expander Tipped Sabot Slug, 12ga, 2-3/4", 3/4 oz.:

                    I use a Mossberg 500 with a vented cantilever rifled slug barrel w/scope, I switched from the 1 oz. Federal Barnes Expander because I couldn't find them in my area anymore but after I compared the ballistics it was a no brainer (using a 100 yard zero at 200 yards the 1 oz. slug dropped 24" compared to 14" for the 3/4 oz. and the down range energy was significantly better all the way out to 200 yards). They are normally expensive but the [$] price was good and even better Federal has a $5 rebate per box ($10 max rebate). Unfortunately didn't get a chance to take a deer with them this year but if they perform anything like the 1 oz. version I'm sure I won't be disappointed.

                    Service and delivery comments:

                    Fast delivery.

                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No

                    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                    11/30/2010
                     
                    5.0

                    great price great accuracy

                    By big guy

                    from Milwaukee, WI

                    About Me Hunter

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Accuracy

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Hunting

                      Comments about Federal Premium Federal Vital-Shok Barnes Expander Tipped Sabot Slug, 12ga, 2-3/4", 3/4 oz.:

                      Got these rounds for [$] a box and they are extremely accurate and pack a punch.

                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No

                      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                      11/26/2010
                       
                      5.0

                      Good deer hunting slug

                      By oldrifle

                      from Central PA

                      About Me Collector, Home Owner, Hunter

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Accuracy
                      • Durable
                      • Easy To Use

                      Cons

                      • Expensive

                      Best Uses

                      • Hunting
                      • Outdoors

                      Comments about Federal Premium Federal Vital-Shok Barnes Expander Tipped Sabot Slug, 12ga, 2-3/4", 3/4 oz.:

                      Hard hitting very accurate slugs for my Beretta Pintail 100 . At 2" group @ 100yards ....
                      The deer that get hit with these guys don;t go very far ... Shot placement is everything but these slugs work super

                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No

                      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                        How many FPS?
                        Asked on 11/14/2009 by Dave

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                          1900fps

                          Answered on 9/28/2010 by deerslayer from CC,Ia

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                          1900 at muzzle/2665 ft/lbs at muzzle

                          Answered on 10/14/2010 by Wally from Chicago,IL
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