The B&P Valle Steel 12 gauge shotshells are premium Italian waterfowl ammunition, meticulously designed for hunting over water and in cold, damp wetland conditions. Manufactured by the legendary Baschieri & Pellagri, these shotshells deliver devastating downrange energy without compromising shooter comfort. The steel shot pellets have a density of 7.8g/cc and utilise B&P’s own powder with a full protection plastic wad, ensuring consistent performance and barrel integrity.

What truly sets B&P ammunition apart is its proprietary Gordon System hull. Unlike standard flat plastic base wads, the Gordon System features a specially engineered, shock-absorbing base inside the brass head. This design actively compresses upon firing to dampen the recoil spike before it even reaches your shoulder. By significantly reducing felt recoil and muzzle rise, this system allows you to get back on target faster for rapid follow-up shots.

This specific 3 inch (76 mm) magnum load features a highly optimised 33gm payload. By keeping the payload slightly lighter than massive 36gm or 40gm magnums, B&P is able to push these steel pellets at a blistering 470 m/s (1542 fps). This exceptionally high velocity drastically reduces the amount of forward lead required on crossing birds. Housed in a specialised, cold-resistant protective plastic wad that prevents scoring on your barrel and ensures tight, consistent patterns, the Valle Steel is a discerning hunter's choice for waterfowl season.

Key Features:

• Gordon System Hull: B&P's exclusive shock-absorbing base wad significantly dampens felt recoil, making heavy waterfowl loads much more comfortable to shoot all day.
• Non-Toxic Compliance: Loaded with perfectly spherical steel shot, making it 100% compliant with Department of Conservation (DOC) regulations for hunting over wetlands in New Zealand.
• High-Velocity Performance: Pushed at a blistering 470 m/s (1542 fps) to maximise kinetic energy and shorten your required lead on fast-moving ducks.
• Cold-Resistant Wad: Features a specialised plastic wad designed to withstand freezing morning temperatures without turning brittle, ensuring a tight seal and protecting your barrel from steel scoring.
• Optimised 33gm Payload: Strikes the perfect balance between a dense pellet count and ultra-fast velocities without generating excessive magnum pressures.

Technical Specifications:

Please note: A current and valid Firearms Licence is required for the purchase of this ammunition.