The PPU Stars & Stripes Dove & Quail 12 Gauge 2.75in #8 shotshell (part no. CDQ12808) is a straightforward field load built for a full day chasing dove and quail. TRZ Trading‘s Stars & Stripes line pairs hardened lead shot with premium components for consistent, dependable performance shot after shot, holding its shape for accurate flight and tight patterns rather than stringing out downrange. It’s built as an honest field load rather than a specialty product, priced for hunters who want to burn through a box or two without worrying about the cost. This shotgun shells covers the standard upland hunting range most dove and quail are taken at.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 12 gauge, the most widely used shotgun bore, with the broadest choke and barrel compatibility.
• Shell length is 2-3/4 inches, the standard chamber length for most 12-gauge shotguns.
• Shot size is #8, a common upland size that balances pattern density with knockdown power on dove and quail.
• The payload weighs 1 ounce, a standard field-load charge for 12-gauge upland hunting.
• Muzzle velocity is rated at 1250 fps, a lively speed that helps put lead in front of a crossing bird.
• The shot is hardened lead, resisting deformation for a tighter, more consistent pattern than soft shot.
• Each box holds 25 rounds, a practical count for a morning in the dove field.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes hardened lead shot different from standard lead? Hardened lead resists deforming as it travels down the barrel, which keeps the shot column together for a tighter, more consistent pattern downrange.

Is this shell built for hunting or the target range? It’s a dedicated field load, sized and patterned for dove and quail hunting rather than clays.

Buy PPU Stars & Stripes Dove & Quail 12 Gauge

Dove and quail don’t need a specialty shell, they need a shell that patterns well and shows up when the birds do, and Stars & Stripes delivers exactly that. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.