...your 25 LB bag of shot only loads a few more than 300 rounds
Mainly because lead shot prices. 25 lb. bag of shot at $40to $60 dollars makes buying the better option. Plus primers have gone up too. Seems a case of target loads, 250 rounds can be found from 70-90 dollars while your 25 LB bag of shot only loads a few more than 300 rounds. Plus primers and powder.