[ HUNTING AMMO // 16 GA ]

A classic upland gauge. Excellent with lead field loads; ask us about non-toxic 16 gauge and slugs if you need them. Choose the animal you are hunting to see the shot size and material we recommend, plus a link to shop matching ammo.

[ 01 / 16 GA ]

Non-toxic shot only. Steel, bismuth, or tungsten — never lead.

[ 02 / 16 GA ]

Non-toxic only. Larger steel (BB–T) or dense bismuth/tungsten.

[ 03 / 16 GA ]

Lead #4–#6 or TSS #7–#9. In NY, shot must be #2 through #8.

[ 04 / 16 GA ]

Lead #4–#6, or bismuth where non-toxic is required.

[ 05 / 16 GA ]

Lead #7½ or #8, open choke; #6 for late grouse.

[ 06 / 16 GA ]

Lead #7½ or #8, open choke.

[ 07 / 16 GA ]

Lead #7½ or #8; steel or bismuth where the land requires non-toxic.

[ 08 / 16 GA ]

Lead #6 is the all-around size; #7½ up close, #4–#5 in thicker cover.

[ 09 / 16 GA ]

In New York: 20 gauge or larger, slug only — no buckshot. .410 is not legal.

[ 10 / 16 GA ]

Buckshot or a turkey load at modest range; slugs for selected longer shots.

Questions? Call (631) 985-5527 — 38 W Main St, Riverhead. This is hunting advice, not legal advice; check current DEC and USFWS rules for the land you hunt.