Fiocchi Golden Pheasant 28ga 2-3/4″ 7/8oz #5 Shot 28GP537597 – Gordy

When the Tennessee woods echo with the flush of a ring-necked pheasant, you need a load that puts birds down cleanly without punishing your shoulder. The Fiocchi Golden Pheasant 28ga 2-3/4″ 7/8oz #5 Shot 28GP537597 is a field-proven choice for Tennessee upland hunters who value consistent patterns and ethical shots on fast-flushing game. Whether you’re working a field of milo in West Tennessee or chasing birds along the Cumberland Plateau, this ammunition delivers the performance you expect from a dedicated hunting load.

What This Product Is and Who It’s For

This is a box of 25 rounds of Fiocchi Golden Pheasant 28-gauge ammunition, loaded with 7/8 ounce of nickel-plated #5 lead shot. It is designed specifically for upland bird hunting, with an emphasis on pheasant, quail, and partridge. The nickel plating on the shot provides increased hardness and better penetration through feathers and light cover compared to standard lead shot. This ammunition is for hunters who want a reliable, factory-loaded option that patterns well in both fixed and screw-in choke tubes. It is not intended for home defense, target shooting, or competition use—this is a hunting load through and through.

Key Specification Breakdown

• Gauge: 28 gauge
• Shell Length: 2-3/4 inches
• Shot Weight: 7/8 ounce
• Shot Size: #5
• Shot Material: Nickel-plated lead
• Muzzle Velocity: Approximately 1295 feet per second (manufacturer specification)
• Rounds Per Box: 25
• Primer: Boxer, reloadable
• Hull Material: High-brass, plastic with a folded crimp
• Uses: Upland bird hunting, specifically pheasant and large game birds

Feature Deep-Dive

The Fiocchi Golden Pheasant line has earned a reputation among experienced upland hunters for its consistent performance in the field. The #5 shot size offers a balance between pellet count and retained energy, making it effective on pheasants at typical shooting ranges of 25 to 45 yards. The nickel plating on each pellet reduces deformation during the firing cycle, which helps maintain a rounder shot shape and a denser pattern downrange. This means you get more pellets on target where they count, rather than a loose, open pattern that might wound a bird.

The 7/8 ounce payload is a standard load for the 28 gauge, providing sufficient shot volume for clean kills on pheasants without the excessive recoil of heavier 12-gauge loads. For Tennessee hunters who spend a full day walking fields and woodlots, the lighter recoil of the 28 gauge translates to less fatigue and better accuracy on later shots. The 2-3/4 inch shell length is the most common chambering for modern 28-gauge shotguns, ensuring compatibility with the vast majority of pumps, autoloaders, and over-unders on the market.

The high-brass hull design provides a robust base for the powder charge, promoting consistent ignition and reliable cycling in semi-automatic shotguns. Fiocchi uses a clean-burning powder that minimizes fouling in the barrel and action, which is a practical benefit when you are in the field and want to keep your firearm functioning without frequent cleaning. The folded crimp ensures a tight seal against moisture, so your ammunition remains reliable even if you are hunting in damp Tennessee mornings or light rain.

Pattern testing from independent sources shows that this load performs well with improved cylinder and modified chokes, which are common choices for pheasant hunting over pointing dogs. The #5 shot size provides enough energy to break wing bones and penetrate chest cavities at ethical ranges, while still being dense enough to handle close-flushing birds. The combination of nickel plating and a consistent powder charge means you can expect repeatable patterns from box to box, which is critical when you are fine-tuning your setup for a specific hunting location.

This ammunition is manufactured in Italy by Fiocchi, a company with decades of experience in producing hunting and sporting ammunition. The quality control is consistent, and the components are sourced from reputable suppliers. For the Tennessee hunter who values a load that works out of the box without needing to handload or experiment, the Golden Pheasant line offers a turnkey solution. It is not the cheapest option on the shelf, but the performance in the field justifies the investment for hunters who take their bird hunting seriously.

Ideal Use Cases

• Upland Bird Hunting: The primary use for this ammunition is pheasant, chukar, and large quail hunting. The #5 shot and 7/8 ounce payload are well-suited for birds in moderate cover.
• Walk-Up Hunting: For hunters who cover ground behind pointing dogs or flushing breeds, the light recoil and consistent patterns make this load a practical choice for long days in the field.
• Preserve Hunts: Many Tennessee hunting preserves allow the use of lead shot for upland birds, and this load performs reliably on pen-raised pheasants as well as wild birds.

This ammunition is not recommended for waterfowl hunting (lead shot is prohibited on most public waters), home defense, or target shooting. The #5 shot is too large for skeet or trap, and the nickel-plated lead is not designed for steel shot requirements.

Compatibility Notes

• Firearms: This ammunition is compatible with any 28-gauge shotgun chambered for 2-3/4 inch shells. This includes popular models from Browning, Beretta, Remington, Mossberg, and Benelli.
• Chokes: For best results, use a modified or improved cylinder choke. Full chokes may produce tighter patterns at longer ranges, but are not necessary for typical pheasant hunting distances.
• Holsters and Accessories: No specific holster or magazine compatibility applies to ammunition. For carrying extra shells, any standard 28-gauge shell belt or pouch will work.
• Reloading: The Boxer-primed hulls are reloadable, but we recommend consulting a reloading manual for appropriate powder charges and components. Fiocchi does not provide reloading data for this specific load.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can you ship this ammunition to my address in Tennessee?
Yes, we ship ammunition to any valid Tennessee address. You must be at least 21 years old to purchase shotgun ammunition, and we require a signature upon delivery. We ship via UPS Ground with adult signature required. Orders typically leave our Tennessee warehouse within one business day.

2. Do I need to go through an FFL transfer to receive this ammunition?
No. Ammunition is not a firearm and does not require an FFL transfer. You do not need to involve a licensed dealer to receive ammunition shipments in Tennessee. We simply verify your age and identity at the time of delivery through the adult signature requirement.

3. Is this ammunition compatible with my older 28-gauge shotgun?
If your shotgun is chambered for 2-3/4 inch shells and is in good working condition, this ammunition should be safe to use. However, we recommend having older firearms inspected by a qualified gunsmith before shooting any modern ammunition. Do not use this ammunition in shotguns with 2-1/2 inch chambers or Damascus barrels.

4. What is the warranty on this ammunition?
Fiocchi ammunition is covered by the manufacturer’s warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. If you experience a malfunction due to a manufacturing defect, please contact Fiocchi directly with the lot number from the box. We also accept returns for defective ammunition within 30 days of purchase for a replacement or refund, provided the box is at least half full and the defect is verifiable.

5. What is your return policy for ammunition?
Due to safety regulations, ammunition sales are final once the box is opened. Unopened boxes may be returned within 30 days of purchase for a full refund, minus shipping costs. We cannot accept returns on ammunition that has been fired, damaged by improper storage, or is more than 30 days past the purchase date. Please contact our customer service team for a return authorization before shipping anything back.

Closing

Fiocchi Golden Pheasant 28ga 2-3/4″ 7/8oz #5 Shot is a reliable choice for Tennessee upland hunters who want a factory load that performs in the field. We ship this ammunition directly to your door anywhere in Tennessee with adult signature required. Order from tn-guns.com and get your hunting load ready for the next season.