Fiocchi Field Dynamics Golden Dove 12 Gauge 2.75" 1-1/5 oz #6/#8 Duplex Shot (MPN: 12DD1568)
Upland bird hunters tracking fast-flying white-winged dove, mourning dove, and field game require a high-velocity 12-gauge loading that combines tight patterning with hard-hitting energy downrange. Fiocchi engineered their Golden Dove line under the Field Dynamics banner specifically to overcome the common frustrations of feather-fluffed birds and blown-out shot patterns. By combining a heavy 1-1/5 oz duplex payload of lead shot with high-grade wadding, this load gives wing shooters dense, lethal patterns that knock fast birds out of the air cleanly at extended field distances.
Every shell in Fiocchi’s Golden Dove series is assembled with precision-graded components designed for maximum pattern density. Featuring a dual-blend duplex shot configuration (#6 shot for hard-hitting knock-down power and #8 shot for filling pattern gaps), the lead pellets are chilled and treated to prevent deformation upon barrel acceleration. Fiocchi seats these hard-lead payloads inside high-strength hull bodies with high-brass heads, paired with proprietary cushion wads that protect pellet roundness and absorb excess recoil for tighter overall shot strings.
Out in the field, expect lightning-fast lead times and authoritative cycling across over-under break-actions, inertia-driven semi-autos, and classic pump shotguns. Propelling its 1-1/5 oz payload at a blisteringly fast ~1,300 FPS, this load generates the velocity needed to establish proper lead on crossing birds without requiring extreme hold-overs. The clean-burning powder blend leaves minimal residue in gas ports and magazine tubes, giving wing shooters an exceptionally reliable, high-performing load for opening day and late-season field hunting.
Armorer Bench Notes & Technical Maintenance Guidance
Shipping Restrictions: Ammunition sales are strictly regulated. Check all state and local laws prior to ordering. Cannot ship to PO Boxes, APO/FPO addresses, or internationally. Must ship via ORM-D / Hazardous Ground transport.
Armorer Tip: High-velocity 12-gauge bird loads can leave plastic wad fouling near the forcing cone and inside screw-in choke tube threads over high-volume field hunts. Always remove choke tubes during routine cleaning to clear plastic buildup and prevent threads from galling or seizing. When running gas-operated semi-automatics, ensure your gas ports are clear of carbon build-up to guarantee smooth cycling with heavy 1-1/5 oz field payloads.
Key Features
- Golden Dove Duplex Payload: Combines #6 lead shot for deep energy transfer with #8 shot for maximum pattern density.
- High-Velocity Flight: Pushes 1-1/5 oz of shot at ~1,300 FPS for shorter lead requirements on fast-moving targets.
- Chilled Lead Pellets: Hardened lead construction resists flat-spotting in the bore to maintain spherical shape and tight patterns.
- Engineered Cushion Wad: Protects shot column during ignition and reduces felt recoil impulse on the shoulder.
- Universal Semi-Auto Reliability: High-brass hull design feeds and ejects smoothly across all major semi-automatic and pump platforms.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Fiocchi USA
- Product Line: Field Dynamics / Golden Dove Series
- MPN: 12DD1568
- UPC: 762344714172
- Caliber / Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 2-3/4 Inches (2.75")
- Shot Weight: 1-1/5 oz
- Shot Size: #6 / #8 Duplex Lead Shot
- Muzzle Velocity: ~1,300 FPS
- Hull Material: Plastic with High-Brass Head
- Primer Type: Shotshell Primer (Non-Corrosive)
- Box Quantity: 25 Shells per Box
- Case Quantity: 250 Shells (10 Boxes)
