STEEL SHOTS
The use of lead shot is illegal in the United States, and most upland game agencies prohibit its
use. It is also not allowed for use in hunting waterfowl. Steel shot, on the other hand, is
biodegradable and faster. Since lead is not biodegradable, it can stay in the environment for
longer periods. This means that using steel shot will not poison the environment, your game, or
yourself.
In addition, when switching from lead to steel, you should increase the size of the shot. The lead
shot produced by a top manufacturer has a diameter of 2.8mm, while standard steel shots have
a 3.3mm diameter. Lethality tests were conducted under the supervision of the Gun Trade
Association and BASC. Researchers studied the effects of steel and lead shots by comparing
their velocity and kinetic energy. While lead shot is softer than steel, it can still be used to kill
birds, and is far more lethal than steel shots.
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