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Tactical Shotgun Shootout – The 940 Vs. Renegauge Vs. Ultima Patrol

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You could call this the American shotgun shootout – The 940 Vs. Renegauge Vs. Ultima Patrol. All three guns are gas-operated, semi-auto shotguns that feed from traditional tube magazines.

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Retay ACE-R Shotgun Review 

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Whether you’re gearing up for a heavy waterfowl season or looking for a rugged all-around semi-auto, the ACE-R is absolutely worth a serious look.

Beretta 1301 Tactical Mod 2 Review: A Versatile Powerhouse

Beretta 1301 Tactical Mod. 2 Review

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While I tested the basic FDE model with a standard stock, Beretta also provides variants featuring different stock and pistol grip configurations.

The Best Mag-Fed Shotgun Options

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It’s easy to move from an AR or AK-type rifle to a mag-fed shotgun. That’s opened some doors for the concept, and with some decent sales, the market has responded.

Optic-Ready Multicam Mossberg 940 JM Pro Review [w/Video]

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Teaming up with champ shooter Jerry Miculek, Mossberg just improved upon these 12-gauge beasts by including optic-ready models in the existing lineup.

Turkey Hunt – Retay Masai Mara Cerakote Shotgun Review

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Retay recently introduced the Masai Mara Cerakote lineup of hunting shotguns. Designed to be durable, these shotguns are engineered to ensure consistent performance in even the harshest environments.

2 - The Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical - American Awesome

The Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical – American Awesome

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Like the original 930 series, this upgrade is a gas-operated gun. The main improvements include better ergonomics and a smoother gas system.

12 Gauge Inertia Shotgun Review: Featuring the CZ 1012

12 Gauge Gas-Less Inertia Shotgun Review: Featuring the CZ 1012

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The defining feature of the CZ 1012 lineup is the gas-less inertia operating system. The 1012 operates differently from other shotguns and utilizes a spring to harness energy.

Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol sitting in a tree in the middle of a hunt stalking some wild pigs

Tac Shotgun Review! Meet The Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol

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When I first started testing out this shotgun, the number 1 question I was asked was how the Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol differs from the classic Beretta 1301.

The Retay Gordion Max 7 is Ready for the Hunt in New Realtree Finish -- SHOT Show 2023

The Retay Gordion Max 7 is Ready for the Hunt in New Realtree Finish — SHOT Show 2023

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At SHOT Show 2023, Retay had the Gordion model featured in the new very popular Realtree Max 7 camo finish.