20 Gauge Buckshot (Featuring Rio #1 Buckshot) 

FAQ 800k?

You were my squad leader. E co 1/162. I remember doing the machine gun competition with Goin and you were our coach. We used a rucksack to carry the weapon system and we smoked all the other teams in the 2 mile run. And you were like" the rules dont say how to carry it". Its good to come across your you tube channel. I really enjoy it. -Joel Marsh

Paul is truly proficient in the art of sneaking a middle finger.

I'm still praying for you sir. God bless you. I'm 66 and all I ever shot my whole life was 12 gauge. I bought a 20 gauge in 2014 and now I love it.

I think the chronograph was taken out by a stray buck shot. Both ammo's seemed great and it's a reminder of the awesome stopping power of a shotgun. As always Paul get well soon, were all rooting for you even as far away as gun free Australia.

Nothing like a Paul Harrell video to cap off the weekend 💪🏻

It was a regular day at the Rio HQ office when Geoff, the head of PR bust in violently abusing the normality. "What's that?" asked Dave the office manager, referring to a standard letter sized paper in Geoff's right hand. "Paul Harrell just reviewed our twenty gauge number one buck ammo" A deadly silence descended in the office, no one spoke, no one moved, no one even dared. Geoff slammed the paper down on the nearest desk that just happened to belong to Linda, the head of marketing. She jumped, startled by the sudden action. "Here's the transcript" Geoff announced "Take a f****** look." Slowly, Rio's finest began to creep over to Linda's desk while Linda herself could only stare at the transcript, seemingly entranced by the implications this document would summon. With what was unreasonable restraint, Dave took hold of the innocent looking paper, the rest of the staff experiencing a strange ambivalence wishing Dave would pick up the pace, but simultaneously not wanting to know. Dave's eyes scanned the words, as he read the others unconsciously edged closer affixing the poor office manager with looks of expectation and dread. Finally, Dave gingerly placed the transcript back onto the desk, making deliberate eye contact with everyone. "Paul Harrell says" he paused for effect, "He would use the ammo himself". All eyes widened, a manic look began to show on everyone's face, the two seconds silence that followed was louder than any mere tock concert. Then, all hell broke loose.

Pop Tarts, shotguns, chronographs and meat targets. Makes for great end of weekend entertainment/learnin'. Thanks Paul!

Chuck Norris wears Paul Harrell themed pajamas.

It would be hilarious if Paul tested the “bug-a-salt” as if it was a real firearm 😆

I don't even own a 20ga, with no plans to get one. But I watched because Mr. Harrell's presentations are that good and informative.

Nice, something that Paul isn’t disappointed at, it’s lovely to see someone sends him something good.

Hey Paul, hope you're doing better. You're a kick ass guy.

Let's face it....we all just like watching Paul Shoot $h!t! 😂😂

Anyone else love those Pop Tart ads in the beginning lol? Brilliant stuff

Thanks you Mr. Harrell, hope this finds you well.

"Share the experience." I'm not sure if thats supposed to be a joke or not. There should be a shotgun manufacturer that states, "Spread the love."

Morning at the Harrell's: Paul sets up the meat targets. Evening at the Harrell's: Another big batch of bbq pork ribs.

“40! That’s pretty slow!” Hilarious delivery on that line

Congrats on the 800k, looking forward to the questions for newbies and the thanksgiving special. 👍

Id watch Paul for the dry humor and 70's sport coat in the intro alone.... the info is always a great bonus.

For what it's worth, thanks Paul for answering every question I had about firearms.

Keep up the good work, Paul!!

It brings me great joy everytime one of these videos is posted, regardless of topic. Thanks Paul.

I think the tighter pattern on the Rio would be good for home defense.

Paul sees poptarts proceeds to assume crouching tiger pose! Love those adds! Thank you for all you do sir!

For about 20 years, my home defense load was one of those 20 gauge Winchester #3 buck loads. My wife and kids were better able to shoot it. My daughter took the 20 with her when she got her own place, so I promoted my 870 to a home defense rig with a streamlight flashlight and loaded with 2 3/4" #1 buckshot. I am okay with the 00, but I feel that the #1 gives more hit probability in my particular situation. It also patterns REALLY well compared to the 00 loads that I tested.

Years ago I had the hardest time finding 20 gauge buckshot but I found like 5 boxes of these at a Sportsman’s Warehouse in Lewiston, Idaho. Bought them all and they have served me well ever since.

Hey Paul, I’d love to see a presentation covering 20 gauge steel shot loads for waterfowl. Keep up the good work!

Educational and informative as well as entertaining. As only Paul can do. The Monarch 20 ga, 2¾ incnh, #1 Buck, 9 pellet out of my Mossberg 500 with cylinder choke patterns center and extremely tight. At $13 for a box of 25 ( price can vary depending on region) I can't complain one bit. That is my 20 ga shot gun yours my preform differently.

I've learned so much from you Paul, and I trust your advice. I've watched all of your you tube videos, and I learn a lot from each one. Keep them coming please.

Another Sunday Special from our friend and mentor, Paul Harrell. You couldn't ask for a better gift.

No one makes more methodical content. Appreciate every second of video you post Paul. Meat target testing is probably what I find to be most useful, but I think the Thanksgiving special is the most fun :)

Excellent. I needed this today. Thank you, Paul.

Once again, it was a pleasure meeting you a week ago. I was going to see Hickok45 at a show yesterday, but my vehicle has developed a problem, and my two friends were unable to drive us there due to illness. Hickok left me a comment, saying at least I got to meet the guy who has a brain (Paul Harrell). He also said he'd like to meet you at some point.

Paul, Thank you for your dedication and intuitive thoughts on all things. With that said, I too, use a 20ga. side by side. And I face some very large feral hogs on my place in the woods of East Texas. A few took both barrels to stop with #3 buck. I'm grateful for your evaluation of this particular cartridge with #1 buck.

Paul, sometimes when we get old and face crises we wonder about our legacy, could we have done things differently. If you ever have these moments; know that you have taught well, offered your best advice, been clearer than most and are respected by hundreds of thousands. With most sincere respect and admiration, Phil

Thanks Paul! I've been considering a 20 gauge.

"Share the experience" means the rounds are ribbed for their pleasure.

I bought some of this ammo and was favorably impressed. It is soft shooting and patterns, with a 20 inch mod choked barrel just about like Paul experienced. It can be had at a significant savings over other 20 gauge buckshot. I got it for about $12 for a box of 25 (Buds Gunshop) versus about $4 for a box of standard #3 Winchester or Remington. My only real complaint is that it is roll-crimped which makes it an overall longer shell, which, depending on your gun, might make a difference in capacity. It is what I am using for a self-defense load in my 20-gauge pump.

The pellets in that Rio load aren't actually #1 buckshot. The measure just a hair under 0.295" instead of the standard 0.30" of #1 buckshot. They did this to allow the pellets to be stacked 3 per layer. Something that is typically not possible in a 20 gauge hull with standard #1. That being said, the difference is minimal. And they didn't want to have to explain what #1.5 buckshot was to the public, I am sure. The thing is, #1 buckshot seems to hit the sweet spot in terms of pellet mass, striking surface area, and how many pellets can be crammed into a specific volume. If you go with smaller pellets, they start to lose penetration. If you go larger, you get more penetration, but have to reduce how many pellets you have in the shell. Which both decreases hit probability and overall striking surface on the target. Yes, both larger and smaller pellets have their uses. And both can do some things better than #1. But for all-around performance, #1 still has the edge. The Rio loads have long been a favorite of mine, though they all but disappeared during and right after the plague. I am hoping to find them on the market again soon, as they are the go-to home defense shotgun round at our house. I would prefer a 12 gauge, but the wife and daughters are much better with a 20 gauge, so I made the switch once the kids were old enough to handle them.

Paul once beat up a guy for the last box of pop tarts… then he didn’t even eat them.

But that slick ass middle finger tho! Only Paul can pull it off! SAVAGE!

Great presentation. Thank you, Paul.

Why do I get the impression that Paul's neighbors enjoy orange marinated BBQ ribs every weekend?

I love the new intro my friend.

Quite helpful. Thank you. And thank you viewer for the buckshot that Paul used to review & compare. Good stuff.

We run Rio #1 in 20 ga, an Win or Fed plated 00 buck in 12ga, an yes we can hunt deer with a shotgun here, ( FLA ). Much the same results with the 20 ga, but it will kill 2 legged or 4 legged critters. Thx for the vid Paul

Great info. Thanks Paul.

Happy to see you haven't been adversely affected by the writers strike😊. Also, VERY happy to see you vertical and ventilating.

Paul, as usual you're the best at what you do! We all appreciate the no fat policy you have on all your videos.

"Share the experience" on a box of bullets is 11/10 on the America scale

You know, Rio used to kind of suck. I always got meh patterns and velocity was inconsistent. They were cheap though. Seems from what I am seeing, they have improved their consistency. I am glad.

Thank you, Paul & crew!

Excellent presentation, thank you.

Thank you, for the years of excellent reviews.

Great demonstration. 👍🏻 Thanks.

Looking good, Paul! Thanks for the presentation!

Great comparison. Thanks.

Glad to see Paul out and about!!

Thank you for this excellent comparison test & advice.

Sounds like Rio has some good 20 gauge ammo, thanks paul!

Love your Very instructional videos and your personality Paul. You're always in my prayers.

Great information as always!

OK, it's completely plausible that it is new and improved, and one can clearly see that it is high tech, but is it REALLY fleece? Best gun channel out there, thanks for all you do Paul. Viva Pop Tarts!

Thank you for the breakdown.

Number 1 buck is considered by some to be a very optimal size relative to penetration and carrying a good distance with some force.

Thanks as always. I hope you are feeling well.

Great coverage, thanks! 👍🏻

I've been going back though Paul Harrell videos and past over this one because like a comment before, I don't have a 20ga. However I just enjoy the heck out of these videos!😊 Who knows, Maybe I'll get a 20ga someday. Might be good for youngsters & ladies.

you're great, thanks Paul

Gotta love the Shotgun ammo presentations 🤠👊🏻

Always love your professionalism

Paul Harrell is the BEST!

More golden nuggets of information. Thank you.

Excellent video, I love these 20 gauge videos

Great info! thanks Paul!. & thanks to whoever sent the ammo. I am alwyas on teh lookout for 20ga buckshot testig data

Thank you for the great data

Paul - Congrats on 800k subscribers!

Paul you are a true renaissance man. Thank you again for sharing your knowledge.

Thanks Paul. Nice measured examination of the subject as ever.

Excellent information I can put towards my Ruger Red label 20-guage over and under shotgun. Thank you, Paul, and ammoniums donator.

I was wondering about 20 gauge buckshot literally just yesterday! perfect timing for this video thank you Paul

I love shotguns! I only have 12ga, but they are fun. Dove, turkey, quail, are my primary hunting ventures. I keep a Mossberg 590A1 by the bed for defense at home. My wife likes 20ga. She is an excellent shot.

An education as per usual, thanks.

Thank you for the vídeo! 👍 Big hugs from Brazil!

Thank you Mr. Harrell. As always an interesting and useful video.

Great video Paul . Thanks for the great information about this.

I do enjoy your videos AND your sense of humor!

Going to be using this load this season for my deer and hog hunting this year. The shotgun I will be shooting will be a stevens 320 20 gauge with a modified choke

Great review, Ty. It's interesting to see the results from ammo I've never, and probably won't ever, use. In my 20g's I shoot Remington, Federal, and Winchester birdshot. Glad to see these numbers.

Satisfied as always 😎 keep ‘em coming Paul

Oh my God no one beats Paul's humor, I love you man!

Really impressed with the rio ammunition. Thanks again for another great video!

Great video. I think a pair of Pop-Tarts popping out of a toaster are in order, at some point. Next-level stuff.

Another best video Paul. The meat target and pattern targets say it all. Totally agree with you on the Rio for deer hunting. As for home defense I use No.6 Turkey Loads. Blessings Paul!!!

I discovered Paul’s video platform a few months back, and began binge-viewing his videos last week while resting & dealing with some health issues. I’ve now watched *all* of them. Even the ones which do not contain any information relevant to me, like cartridges I’ll never own a weapon chambered in; outdoor cooking that I will most likely never do; drills I’ll probably never run; etc. But damn, I must say each & every one has something I’ve learned and never thought of. Thank you, Paul, for being the dude you are & providing so much useful & important data. I really hope to see some handloading videos at some point. Oh, most importantly: *Thank you for your service, Sir*

very interesting! Thanks!

Excellent and informative as always, Paul. And an instant LIKE for another great Pop Tart promo.

Thanks for the video! Jesse