Is TSS Worth the Money?

This video focuses on turkey hunting loads and ammunition, suggesting that while specific turkey loads are ideal, other ammunition types can also be effective for hunting turkeys. The title implies a practical approach to successful turkey hunting, exploring alternatives when specific loads might not be readily available or the primary focus.

This video from Mossberg explores the advantages of Tungsten Super Shot (TSS) for turkey hunting. TSS offers superior density compared to lead, allowing for smaller pellets with equivalent or greater lethality and higher pellet counts. This makes sub-gauge shotguns like 20-gauge, 28-gauge, and .410 bore highly effective for turkey hunting, providing lighter and more maneuverable options. However, TSS is more expensive and requires checking choke compatibility due to its hardness.

This video from TGS Outdoors explores the concept of 'overkill' in firearms, specifically focusing on shotgun gauges. It emphasizes that the appropriate firearm and ammunition depend on the intended use, with larger calibers not always being better. Ethical hunting and preserving meat are key considerations when selecting loads and shot sizes.

This video explores the hunting capabilities of the Umarex Primal 20 air shotgun for cottontail rabbits. The presenter conducts pattern tests with various ammunition types at 25 yards, finding that a lead-only load performed best. Despite a reloading issue encountered after a successful harvest, the Umarex Primal 20 is deemed effective for hunting small game, comparable to traditional shotguns. The video also showcases the use of a Durwin Hunting E-bike for accessing hunting grounds.

This video from American Hunter showcases the impressive patterning results of Federal Premium's Grand Slam Turkey Loads. The analysis focuses on the performance of these specialized shotgun shells, highlighting their effectiveness for turkey hunting. Viewers can expect to see detailed pattern analysis to evaluate the spread and density of the shot at various distances. The video serves as an exclusive look at this ammunition's capabilities, with further information available on the American Hunter website.

This video chronicles a challenging late-season turkey hunt in the Northeast, where the Just Hunt Club team utilizes patience and strategy to tag a shy, smart tom. With only one tag remaining and no prior roosting, they rely on boots-on-the-ground efforts in unfamiliar woods during gobbling hours. The hunt emphasizes the difficulties of thick foliage and reduced bird activity, highlighting a classic hang-up scenario that demands perseverance.

This video demonstrates the catastrophic failure of a Thompson/Center Encore Endeavor muzzleloader due to the improper use of smokeless powder instead of black powder. The demonstration highlights the extreme danger of exceeding a firearm's design pressure, showing the barrel splitting open. It serves as a critical safety lesson on understanding powder types and proper measurement techniques to prevent dangerous malfunctions.

This video compares the accuracy of a traditional flintlock rifle against a modern .308 sporting rifle at 100 yards. The modern .308 demonstrated superior accuracy with a tight group, while the flintlock's performance was yet to be fully revealed at the conclusion. The host highlighted the significant difference in loading times between the two firearm types.

This video demonstrates the catastrophic failure of a Thompson/Center Encore muzzleloader when loaded with smokeless powder, highlighting extreme dangers. Tests with double charges of Blackhorn 209 powder showed significant stock damage but the barrel remained intact, showcasing the Encore's robust design. The primary takeaway is a stern warning against using smokeless powder in muzzleloaders not designed for it.

This video addresses three common shooting errors impacting accuracy: Natural Point of Aim (NPOA), trigger control, and shooting with one eye closed. It provides practical solutions, such as aligning your body straight behind the rifle for NPOA and pulling through the trigger smoothly to avoid 'target panic.' The expert also advocates for keeping both eyes open to improve situational awareness and tracking.