For waterfowl hunting I don't shoot that many shells a day, the limit is only seven birds so $10-$20/day doesn't hurt too bad. I buy components through the year so it isn't a big hit at one time and by opening day I have a case of shells ready to go. I'm walking distance to one of my favorite hunting spots and retired so I can pick and choose my shots.
For high volume hunts where nontoxics are required I have a little CZ Bobwhite 20ga and keep a couple cases of Kent Upland Steel 2 3/4" 5's and Win. Steel #7 target loads around so I don't have to try and find them on short notice.
