I wonder if you can remember the make and designation of the loads you used in Scotland?

I have found that Gamebore loadings are often hot and noisy (supersonic), whilst Hull loads are generally quieter, calmer but just as efficient. Eley loadings seem to be on the hot side, perhaps due to their Spanish owners. Lyalvale I do not have an opinion about.

The shot load should be 23 or 25 grams only - a 28 gram (one ounce) load will definitely hurt!

HB