The Davoust Shot Concentrator: A French Answer to Unruly Patterns (1855–1859)

Nineteenth-century hunters faced challenges with smoothbore shotguns' performance due to wad issues. Pierre‑François Davoust developed an innovative self-contained shot cartridge, enabling better shot dispersion and safer firing. His design improved penetration and reduced loading time, influencing hunting techniques and marking a significant advance before modern ammunition. The post The Davoust…