As a Turkey guide for the last 7 years I've had the opportunity to see many hunters using many different loads. There are positives and negatives to each. However for my money I shoot the Federal 3rd Degree. These shells have preformed superb at very close to far ranges. The picture posted shows a bird I shot at 55 yards and the devastation they caused was unbelievable! Another reason I use the shells is price. Hard hitting without hitting your wallet. All around great product.