diff --git a/code/modules/projectiles/ammunition/ballistic/shotgun.dm b/code/modules/projectiles/ammunition/ballistic/shotgun.dm
index b7989e4ef9dd..24854030c041 100644
--- a/code/modules/projectiles/ammunition/ballistic/shotgun.dm
+++ b/code/modules/projectiles/ammunition/ballistic/shotgun.dm
@@ -48,8 +48,8 @@
 
 /obj/item/ammo_casing/shotgun/blank
 	name = "blank shell"
-	icon_state = "blank"
 	desc = "A shell packed with powder but no projectile."
+	icon_state = "blank"
 	projectile_type = /obj/projectile/bullet/pellet/blank
 	custom_materials = list(/datum/material/iron=250)