The Winchester Long Beard TSS 20-gauge shotshell brings premium tungsten performance to turkey hunting in a lighter recoil package. This 3-inch load pairs 1 5/8 ounces of 18g/cc Tungsten Super Shot with a buffered payload design that delivers exceptional pattern density without the punishing recoil of 12-gauge magnums. If you hunt turkeys with a 20-gauge and want the lethal, tight patterns associated with TSS ammunition, this is purpose-built for your gun.
The buffered shot design eliminates flyers and ensures pellets flow cleanly through your choke tube, giving you consistent, dense patterns shot after shot. That density translates to more pellets in the vital kill zone at distance—the kind of surgical precision turkey hunters demand when the bird is 40+ yards out and closing. Tungsten's superior density compared to lead means you get authority and energy transfer in a smaller payload, which matters when you're shooting a lighter gauge.
Winchester engineered this load for serious turkey hunters who refuse to compromise on performance. You get five rounds per box, with ten boxes per case for those who run multiple setups or shoot extensively during season prep. If your turkey rig is a 20-gauge and you want ammunition backed by Winchester's reputation for consistency, Long Beard TSS is worth running before opening day.
| Gauge | 20 |
| Shell Length | 3" |
| Shot Weight | 1 5/8 oz |
| Shot Type | Tungsten Super Shot (TSS) |
| Shot Size | 8 |
| Shot Density | 18g/cc |
| Rounds per Box | 5 |
| Boxes per Case | 10 |
Long Beard TSS is a 3-inch magnum load, so your 20-gauge must be rated for 3-inch shells. It flows through standard turkey chokes without issue, though you'll want to verify your gun's specifications before loading.
The 1 5/8 oz tungsten payload in this 20-gauge load delivers excellent pattern density and energy, but in a lighter-recoiling package. You trade the maximum pellet count of a 12-gauge for faster target acquisition and reduced recoil—a smart choice for hunters who prefer handling and shooting precision over raw payload volume.
Each case contains ten boxes of five rounds each, for a total of 50 shells per case.
Tungsten's density allows Winchester to deliver superior energy and retained velocity downrange compared to lead in the same payload weight. That means tighter, denser patterns and more reliable lethality at distance—critical when you're hunting turkeys beyond 40 yards.
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