We have had excellent results with Federal "Shok" loads (in the red/orange boxes).

For ducks, #2 steel preferably in 2.75 inch.
For geese, BB steel in 3 inch, but have been going back to 2.75 for less recoil.

We shoot a variety of shotguns, including Ithaca 37, Rem 870, Mossy 835, and Browning Gold, all with Carlsons extended tubes.