I only use Fiocchi "Golden Pheasant" for pheasants. 12 ga. #5 1 3/8 oz. It's nickel plated shot. It's offered in #6, #5, & #4 shot. I like #5 because it's the middle of the road. It's just plain deadly on pheasants for me.Try different combinations too see wich works best for you and your specific gun.