What do waterfowlers need most? According to Winchester Ammunition, you need a custom blend of plated precision steel shot, with shot sizes carefully crafted specifically for this task. It's called Final Pass, and it's available in both 12- and 20-gauge.
Final Pass shotshells contain a custom blend of #2 ½ and #4 steel shot, which has 30% more pellets than a full #2 shot payload. For heavier waterfowl like geese, Final Pass is available in a blend of #1 ½ and #BB steel shot that has 25% more pellets than a full BB shot payload. It's a unique mix of plated precision steel shot sizes, designed for maximum pattern density and devastating energy upon impact. The blend includes half-sized shot to improve pellet counts without sacrificing critical penetration.
Winchester touts Final Pass' industry-leading round steel shot, engineered to fly true. Because it's steel, it won’t rust, keeping patterns tight and deadly. The shells themselves feature a double-seal wad system and lacquered primer, to ensure maximum water resistance--quite a boon for those who spend their times on shores and in boats.
Here are the available loads:
| Brand | Symbol | Gauge | Length | Velocity | Payload | Shot Size | Box Size |
| Final Pass™ | FP12LBB15 | 12 ga | 3 ½” | 1500 fps | 1 1/2 oz | #1 ½ + #BB Steel | 25 rds |
| Final Pass™ | FP123BB15 | 12 ga | 3” | 1400 fps | 1 1/4 oz | #1 ½ + #BB Steel | 25 rds |
| Final Pass™ | FP123254 | 12 ga | 3” | 1400 fps | 1 1/4 oz | #2 ½ + #4 Steel | 25 rds |
| Final Pass™ | FP203254 | 20 ga | 3” | 1300 fps | 1 oz | #2 ½ + #4 Steel | 25 rds |
“Blended steel loads are extremely effective for waterfowl and provide an excellent combination of performance and affordability,” said Kyle Masinelli, Senior Director of Product Innovation and Strategy for Winchester. “The plated precision steel shot blended with custom half shot sizes makes Final Pass a versatile shotshell that waterfowl hunters can run all season whether chasing early season teal or late season geese.” For more, visit Winchester.com.
