High Brass Empty Shotgun Shells | Once-Fired Hulls

Available Across 12, 16, 20, 28, and .410 Gauge

Genuine once-fired high brass shotgun shells — completely empty, spent, and inert, with real headstamps and authentic field wear. "High brass" refers to the taller metal base at the bottom of the hull, historically associated with heavier hunting loads. We carry high brass hulls across 12, 16, 20, 28, and .410 gauge, spanning multiple brands and colors — all fully spent and safe for crafting, display, and jewelry-making.

Quick Specs
  • Construction: Genuine once-fired brass hulls, high-brass base
  • Condition: 100% inert — no gunpowder, no live primer
  • Gauges: 12, 16, 20, 28, and .410 gauge
  • Categories: Multiple brands and colors
  • Shipping: Free
Popular Uses
  • Bullet Jewelry & Crafts: pendants, keychains, and mixed-media pieces
  • Steampunk & Industrial Art: raw brass for creative builds
  • Flags & Wreaths: patriotic and holiday decor accents
  • Collector Display: genuine, once-fired hulls for a shelf or collection

Shopping for a specific gauge? Browse our 16 gauge, 20 gauge, 28 gauge, and .410 collections for the full range in each size, including options outside of high brass.

FAQs

Q: What is high brass? A: High brass refers to shotgun shells with a taller metal base at the bottom of the hull. Historically, high brass shells were often associated with heavier hunting loads, while low brass shells were commonly used for lighter target loads. Today, the brass height alone does not determine a shell's performance — it's mainly a visual characteristic. Our high brass shells are genuine once-fired hulls that are empty, spent, and completely inert.

Q: What's the difference between high brass and low brass? A: The difference is the height of the metal base on the shell. High brass shells have a taller metal base, while low brass shells have a shorter one. Although these terms were historically associated with heavier and lighter loads respectively, modern shotgun performance depends on the actual load specifications, not the brass height. Both high brass and low brass shells we sell are genuine once-fired, empty, and completely inert.

Q: Do you have high brass shells in gauges other than 12 gauge? A: Yes — this collection includes high brass hulls in 16, 20, 28, and .410 gauge alongside our larger 12 gauge selection, across multiple brands and colors.

Q: Do you carry RIO high brass shells? A: Yes — we regularly stock RIO high brass hulls in several colors, alongside other brands like Federal, Winchester, Remington, and Fiocchi.