I recently was able to pattern the Hornady Critical Defense 2 3/4" 12 ga 00 buck, 1600 fps.
I used two guns, Mossberg 590A1 20" with Vang Comp System and Mossberg 500A Persuader 20". Both are 20" smoothebore guns, the difference being the VCS. I patterned the loads at 5, 10, and 15 yards.
The Hornady load features the VersaTite wad, of which I recovered several and they are identical to Federal's FliteControl wad.
I really liked the load, To me, recoil was managable and patterns were acceptable. I have video I'll put together just as soon as I'm able.
EDIT:
Video is up! A litlle slow at the end as I'm comparing patterns and a litlle comentary between the two guns. I think you'll be surprised with my findings, I was!!!
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3DEi3aqAsig[/youtube]