Why Do Shotgun Shells Misfire
A shotgun shell misfires when the trigger is pulled but the shell does not fire as expected. While this can involve multiple factors, environmental exposure is a common contributor.
Moisture, humidity, and long-term storage conditions can affect the reliability of shotgun shells. Exposure to wet environments may impact both the external components and overall performance.
How Moisture Contributes to Misfires
Shotgun shells are often exposed to rain, marsh water, and humidity during hunting. Over time, this exposure can affect the shell’s reliability, especially if moisture is not properly managed.
Corrosion on the brass base—often referred to as “fat brass”—can also create mechanical issues that affect how the shell feeds, chambers, and extracts.
These are mechanical issues caused by the condition of the brass—not the primer or powder.
When a shotgun shell misfires, it can:
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Fail to fire when the trigger is pulled
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Interrupt the flow of the hunt
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Delay follow-up shots
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Create uncertainty in reliability
Why This Happens More in Hunting Conditions
Shotgun shells are frequently exposed to wet environments where moisture can build over time. Shells stored in waders, blinds, or gear bags may retain moisture, increasing the chance of reliability issues.
Why Most Hunters Don’t Expect It
Many hunters assume shells will perform consistently, but environmental exposure can affect reliability over time, especially if shells are not properly maintained.
How to Reduce the Risk of Misfires
Keeping shells dry and maintaining their condition helps reduce reliability issues. Regular inspection and care can help ensure shells perform as expected.
Restore What You Already Paid For
Shotgun shells are purchased to be used, not set aside. Maintaining the condition of the shell helps improve consistency and reliability in the field.
A Purpose-Built Solution
RUSTDEEZ™ is a drill-driven tool designed to clean and polish the exterior brass of unfired shotgun shells quickly and consistently. It removes corrosion that causes feeding, chambering, and extraction issues so you can recover what you paid for and maintain what you purchase.
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