Sellier & Bellot 12 Gauge #1 Buckshot ammunition (part no. SB12BSF) loads lead #1 buck pellets in a standard 2.75-inch hull, giving hunters and home defenders a shot size between the smaller #4 buck and the larger 00 buck options. Sellier & Bellot builds this buckshot load as ideal for hunting, taking kids hunting, or home defense, and the lead pellets deliver a balance of pellet count and per-pellet energy that splits the difference between the more common buckshot sizes. In shotgun shells for hunters and defensive shooters alike, this is a versatile buckshot option worth having on hand.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 12 gauge, the most widely chambered shotgun bore in the country.
• The hull length is 2.75 inches, the standard field and defensive chamber length.
• The shot size is #1 buckshot, balancing pellet count and per-pellet energy between #4 and 00 buck.
• The shot material is lead, delivering dense mass for reliable penetration.
• Each box holds 25 rounds, packaged 10 boxes to a case for hunters and defensive shooters who buy in bulk.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is #1 buckshot used for? Both hunting and home defense, where its pellet count and energy split the difference between smaller #4 buck and larger 00 buck loads.

Is this shell suitable for a youth or new hunter? Sellier & Bellot markets this buckshot as suitable for introducing younger or newer hunters to the field, alongside standard hunting and defensive use.

Buy Sellier & Bellot 12 Gauge #1 Buckshot Ammunition

Not every situation calls for the biggest buckshot on the shelf, and #1 buck gives hunters and homeowners a versatile middle ground worth keeping stocked. Pattern a box through your shotgun and see how it performs. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.