Bismuth: only non damaging shot?

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patbeaudette
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Bismuth: only non damaging shot?

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I still hunt with my Father’s shot gun.

A Remington model 11-48, 12 ga, semi-automatic, 29.5 inch, full choke barrel.

The barrel code indicates the gun was manufactured in June of 1951.

That date would seem correct.

I have read that Bismuth is the only non-toxic/no-lead shot I should use where laws require.

I have read steel and other alloys will cause barrel damage.

Is Bismuth the only choice?

What brand(s) do you suggest?

Thank you.
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Re: Bismuth: only non damaging shot?

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Nice Shot and Tungsten-Matrix are both suitable in older guns.
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Re: Bismuth: only non damaging shot?

Post by Virginian »

I do not shoot steel. It is not cheap, but I have had excellent results with Kent Impact tungsten matrix.
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