There are two ways to make a "cheap" load, either by lower quality components or by reducing shot charge. The economy loads at the discount stores are generally on the light side. Rem. Sportsman 12 ga. is 1 oz., Win. Super Speeds are 7/8 oz. If these work for you, by all means save a buck. I personally like a 1 1/8 load. The dove and clay shells that I buy are Rem. SureShot and Estate Heavies. Right now I am buying these for $34.90/case. Just a few cents more than the lighter loads. Sure, the components are the same. The extra cost is from more shot.

On another note, how do you guys like the marketing scheme of these promo loads that don't list the shot charge in ounces but grams? Most people don't pay attention or make the conversion. I like the look on people's faces when I tell them they are shooting 7/8 oz. through their 12 ga.