The Fiocchi 12 Gauge Primed Poppers are the required blank ammunition for United Kennel Club (UKC) and Hunting Retriever Club (HRC) Hunt Tests. These are primed 12-gauge hulls with...
The Fiocchi 12 Gauge Primed Poppers are the required blank ammunition for United Kennel Club (UKC) and Hunting Retriever Club (HRC) Hunt Tests. These are primed 12-gauge hulls with no wad, powder, or pellets, making them an excellent choice for both official events and close-range dog training.
Quieter than standard pistol or shotgun blanks, Fiocchi Poppers are easier on the ears while still providing a clear, realistic report. They can be fired in any 12-gauge shotgun—including single-shots, side-by-sides, over-and-unders, pumps, and semi-automatics.
⚠️ Important Note: These are primed hull blanks only. They do not contain wadding or additional powder. They will not function in primer pistols.
Required for Hunt Tests: Meets UKC and HRC Hunt Test regulations.
Primed Hull Design: No wad, powder, or pellets—safe and compliant.
Quieter Report: Easier on the ears than pistols or full shotgun blanks.
Versatile Use: Works in all 12-gauge shotguns (single, double, pump, semi-auto).
Bulk Options: Available in bags of 50, 100, or 1000.
⚠️ Shipping Restriction: Blank ammunition must ship Ground Service only (UPS/FedEx) within the USA. Flat rate shipping $7.95.
The Fiocchi 12 Gauge Primed Poppers are a dependable, regulation-approved choice for dog trainers, handlers, and hunt test participants who want a quieter, safer blank round for training and events.
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