The 12-gauge Winchester Blind Side 2, #3 is a waterfowl hunting load designed to deliver superior knockdown power and more effective shot patterns for hunting ducks and geese. This innovative load incorporates a number of advanced features to improve performance in the field, particularly in challenging conditions.
Key Features:
Hex Steel Shot: One of the most unique aspects of the Blind Side 2 series is its hexagonal-shaped steel shot. This shape allows for more efficient packing of the pellets within the shell, resulting in a higher pellet count for denser patterns. The sharp edges of the hex shot improve lethality by creating more trauma on impact, leading to quicker kills.
Diamond-Cut Wad System: The Diamond-Cut Wad is designed to deliver consistent, tight patterns at longer ranges. It helps reduce shot deformation, allowing for better aerodynamics and enhanced accuracy.
Drylok Super Steel System: The Blind Side 2 series features the Drylok Super Steel System, which helps keep the powder and shot dry even in the wettest conditions. This water-resistant design ensures reliable ignition and consistent performance, crucial for waterfowl hunting.
Increased Pellet Count: Thanks to the hexagonal design, the #3 shot in Blind Side 2 contains more pellets than traditional round shot, increasing the likelihood of hitting and downing birds, particularly at longer ranges.
Why It’s Special:
Designed for Waterfowl: The hex-shaped steel shot and diamond-cut wad system make this load ideal for waterfowl hunting, providing tighter patterns and increased lethality over traditional steel shot.
High Pellet Density: More pellets per shot shell mean greater chances of hitting the target, particularly for fast-moving waterfowl like ducks.
Performance:
- Gauge: 12-gauge
- Shot Size: #3
- Shot Type: Hex Steel
- Velocity: ~1400 fps (feet per second)
- Shell Length: Available in both 3-inch and 3.5-inch options
Applications:
Waterfowl Hunting: This load is specifically engineered for duck and goose hunting, with its high-density patterns and increased pellet count being particularly effective for fast-flying waterfowl.
Wet Conditions: The Drylok Super Steel System makes this load reliable in wet, marshy environments typical of waterfowl habitats, ensuring consistent ignition even in tough conditions.
The 12-gauge Winchester Blind Side 2, #3 offers hunters a highly effective solution for waterfowl hunting, combining innovative design features like hex-shaped shot and a diamond-cut wad to deliver superior performance in the field. Its ability to maintain tight patterns, even at long distances, makes it a go-to choice for hunters looking to maximize their effectiveness on ducks and geese.