B&P Ammunition

Competition One vs. Mach: Choosing a B&P Target Load

Competition One is B&P's flagship target load, built for consistent patterns and low recoil across trap, skeet, and sporting clays disciplines, available in shot sizes from 7.5 to 9 across multiple payload weights. The Mach line runs slightly lighter and faster, a common choice for shooters who want reduced felt recoil over a long day of high-volume shooting. Competition One is the more common tournament choice; Mach appeals to shooters prioritizing comfort across many rounds.

Dual Bismuth: Non-Toxic Ammo for Vintage Shotguns

Bismuth shot is dense enough to pattern similarly to lead but soft enough not to damage older barrels the way steel shot can, making B&P's Dual Bismuth line a practical choice for hunters shooting vintage doubles or fixed-choke guns not rated for steel. It's also required in some hunting situations where lead shot is prohibited but a shooter doesn't want to risk a valuable older barrel with harder steel loads.

28 Gauge and Small-Bore Options

B&P offers both Competition One and Heavy Dove & Quail loads in 28 gauge, giving small-bore shooters a genuine target and field option rather than treating 28 gauge as an afterthought. This matters for the growing number of clays shooters and upland hunters who've moved to 28 gauge for its lighter recoil and handling, since not every ammo maker keeps a serious small-bore lineup in stock.

Helice Electro: Specialty Competition Loads

The Helice Electro line is built for helice (ZZ bird) competition shooting, a discipline distinct from trap and skeet that uses electronic targets and demands a specific load profile. This is a narrower niche than B&P's mainstream target lines, aimed specifically at shooters competing in that discipline rather than general clays or hunting use.

Frequently Asked Questions: B&P Ammunition

Is B&P good for competitive clay shooting?
Yes — Competition One is a widely used tournament-grade target load, and B&P is a well-established name in competitive shotgun sports, particularly in Europe.

What is Dual Bismuth ammo used for?
It's a non-toxic bismuth shot load safe to use in older or small-bore shotguns not rated for steel shot, giving hunters a legal option where lead shot is prohibited without risking damage to a vintage barrel.

Does B&P make 28 gauge ammo?
Yes — B&P offers both Competition One target loads and Heavy Dove & Quail field loads in 28 gauge, a genuine small-bore lineup rather than a single token offering.

See Also: Shotgun Ammo