I want to explore shell options for use in 2 1/2" chamber guns.

Yes I know I can purchase 2 1/2" shells from RST which I've done in the past. They are very good. But they are quite expensive for me. I could reload the same but I'd have to start from scratch buying a dedicated reloader and supplies.

I see that Herters (Cabelas) sells a a low recoil, low velocity shell (1080) made with Cheddite hulls, but it's 2 3/4" long.

What are the opinions about using these shells for occasional SC, skeet an trap? My 2 1/2" chamber guns all have sufficient measured wall thickness.

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