Aguila minishell

[Bionerd]

Has anyone tried these loads? Is it worth having them shipped to an FFL?

[plumbum]

I know they have issues in some repeating shotguns, but the only time I shot some was in a single shot - felt like a dove load.
I use the Centurion 2 1/4 buckshot, gives me an extra round and recoil is not unpleasant.
There is a plastic clip for Mossbergs to make them cycle - not sure what situations that might call for 15 rounds of mini buck, but it would be fun!

[ysr_racer]

Yes, those things are a blast out of my o/u. They have NO recoil, and break targets well.

[TAS]

I have a friend who runs them in his Kel-Tec KSG without issue. Other guns, as mentioned, might be an issue.

[Rorge Retson]

From what I understand they work fine in pumps, break-opens, etc., but not so well (reliably) in semi-autos...

[Jeepergeo]

Two or three shells to do the job of one? Remember, the reduced recoil comes at the expense of reduced payload. If you are ok with that, then sure, go for it while they are still available.

[Calico1404]

I use them in my KSG, love em

[sandiego67]

https://www.outdoorlimited.com/aguila-minishells/aguila-12-gauge-minishell-ammunition-1chb1287-1-3-4-5-8-oz-7-1-2-shot-20-rounds/

$.60 per round? That would start adding up quick

[sandiego67]

Notes from Aguila on Shotgun Modifications to use Minishells:

First of all, any SAAMI/CIP approved 12ga shotgun may fire minishells, be it side-by-side, over-and-under or pump action; however, the latter type will not cycle them flawlessly. The out-of-the-box shotgun that we have tested cycling minishells very well, is the Winchester M1300 18" Defender. Winchesters 1897 seems to like the shorter rounds, however not as much as the Winchester 1300. We still have to test the Winchester 1887.

MOSSBERGS 500/590s will cycle minishells pretty well once the shooter acquires a "feeling" as to how to pump the action; however, this will not prevent the occasional jam. To further solve the problem, we have lengthened and widened the little short metal bar (shell elevator), which catches the round to be subsequently fed to the ramp and chamber. This modification will not prevent you from firing regular size shot shells. The other modification that would decisively help in the proper cycling, would be to install the ejector in a more forward position to catch the spent shorter shell and eject it, before it may flip and cause jams. However, we DO NOT recommend you to do this, because you will most likely no longer be able to fire regular size shells.

Any competent gunsmith should be able to perform the modification to the elevator described above.

REMINGTONS 870s seem to require a more involved modification, which we have never attempted. We have received calls from clients stating that they have tried our minishells in their 870s with excellent results, and that they did not understand why we have always mentioned the potential cycling problems. To this, we would like to state once more that minishells will not cycle flawlessly in regular pump action shotguns, no matter how well some customers are able to cycle them. Again, the Winchester 1300 Defender would seem to be the one cycling minishells best.

[Barbarosa]

Pretty decent review here:

[Squidward]

Fun to shoot but require finesse when used in my 870. If you own a Mossberg, this may be of interest to you,; it's an adaptor.

http://www.opsolmini-clip.com

[Dirk Tungsten]

Heads up Cabelas Herters brand sells mini shot shells that are either 2" or 2 1/4" (i can't remember which) that seem to function 100% in anything. Better than those sketchy Aguila shells, at least.

[hermosabeach]

OP

What draws the mini shell to your attention?

What firearm and how will you use them?

[hermosabeach]

They are cheaper than a lot of .410 Ammo and might be a good way to introduce the kids to shooting shotgun if you don’t have a youth friendly 28 gauge or .410

[Full Clip]

Fun to shoot but require finesse when used in my 870.

Same here. Purely range fodder.