Who loads their own TSS shells?

Southern Sportsman said:
For a long time, he was essentially the only source to buy the beloved (by TSS guys) PT2090 20 gauge wads. I bought a bunch of those from him, but I don't know if he still handles them.
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He doesn't, he sold all his to Brice Hensley "foxtrot ammo" is what he told me. I'm pretty sure ballistics products makes a wad that's the exact same but not 100% on that. I normally find a few at a time from guys in other forums. I only load for myself and a couple buddies
 
Are the handloads that much better than say Apex. The cost savings don't seem to be there if you catch sales on factory TSS. I currently reload rifle ammo, and used to load tons of shotgun so I'm familiar with reloading. I just haven't been able to convince myself loading tss is worth it for me, especially since I might shoot 5 rounds per year.
When I loaded shotgun it was because of the volume I shot. Rifle is for the precision and different bullets that aren't usually available in factory loads.
 
TnKen said:
Are the handloads that much better than say Apex. The cost savings don't seem to be there if you catch sales on factory TSS. I currently reload rifle ammo, and used to load tons of shotgun so I'm familiar with reloading. I just haven't been able to convince myself loading tss is worth it for me, especially since I might shoot 5 rounds per year.
When I loaded shotgun it was because of the volume I shot. Rifle is for the precision and different bullets that aren't usually available in factory loads.
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It takes a couple years or so but after the initial investment it's definitely saves money. But I didn't get into it to save money. It's more of a hobby for me and helps pass the time until turkey season in the winter and early spring.
 
TnKen said:
Are the handloads that much better than say Apex. The cost savings don't seem to be there if you catch sales on factory TSS. I currently reload rifle ammo, and used to load tons of shotgun so I'm familiar with reloading. I just haven't been able to convince myself loading tss is worth it for me, especially since I might shoot 5 rounds per year.
When I loaded shotgun it was because of the volume I shot. Rifle is for the precision and different bullets that aren't usually available in factory loads.
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yes and no. The MAIN advantage is you know your loads are exactly the same as long as you load them vs apex or others changing wads or powders at some point, plus it is more cost effective for sure long term. You get all the stuff up front and you dont have to worry about prices going up.

most of this all stemmed from the old Federal Heavyweights. Those were great but they kept making changes year over year to the point people would have to find and gather specific lot numbers so it shot the same in their gun.
 
Tommy Duliba was the 1st person I ever bought shot and wads from. He was great to deal with and one of his loads is still my load of choice (probably always will be). That load has been a proven killer for me. Unfortunately, Tommy isn't selling shot anymore. I always enjoyed talking with him.

I've bought from Ronny Savage as well. I load one of his 20 ga loads for my son and it has done well for him. I also load for 12 ga (even though I hardly carry one) using one of his recipes. I've never talked with Ronny, but he always responded quickly to any emails I sent him.

I enjoy loading my own shells and killing turkeys with them. But in all fairness, loading your own was the only option when I got started.
 
Jbird22 said:
Tommy Duliba was the 1st person I ever bought shot and wads from. He was great to deal with and one of his loads is still my load of choice (probably always will be). That load has been a proven killer for me. Unfortunately, Tommy isn't selling shot anymore. I always enjoyed talking with him.

I've bought from Ronny Savage as well. I load one of his 20 ga loads for my son and it has done well for him. I also load for 12 ga (even though I hardly carry one) using one of his recipes. I've never talked with Ronny, but he always responded quickly to any emails I sent him.

I enjoy loading my own shells and killing turkeys with them. But in all fairness, loading your own was the only option when I got started.
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Are you the same Jbird on gobblernation that makes wad slitters?
 
mwbenelli1996 said:
It takes a couple years or so but after the initial investment it's definitely saves money. But I didn't get into it to save money. It's more of a hobby for me and helps pass the time until turkey season in the winter and early spring.
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I get that. I build turkey calls until season starts.
 

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