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The Best Retro Shotguns – You Can Still Buy

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The American shotgun market is huge, but it’s not necessarily ruled by American shotguns anymore.

A shooter holding up a Blaser FBX competition shotgun.

Introducing the Blaser FBX Competition Shotgun

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Blaser is proud to introduce its latest masterpiece – the FBX sporting shotgun with fat body receiver.

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.

True holding a Benelli Nova 3 at SHOT Show 2025.

Benelli Nova 3: The Lightest, Fastest Pump Shotgun Yet? — SHOT Show 2025

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Benelli has updated its well-known Nova pump shotgun, bringing a lighter, slightly refined version to SHOT Show 2025.

A man holds the Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical SPX like he is shooting it.

New Mossberg Shotguns: 590RM and 940 Pro Tactical SPX — SHOT Show 2025

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At SHOT Show 2025, I stopped by the Mossberg booth to check out their new 590RM shotgun, which is a magazine-fed, pump-action shotgun!

Shooting the 1301 Tactical at Beretta's range day

Beretta’s 1301 Tactical C! Navigating ATF’s Mandates — SHOT Show 2025

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At SHOT Show 2025, we stopped by Beretta’s range day to get some clarity on the Beretta 1301 Tactical shotgun. With recent changes mandated by the ATF, there’s been a lot of confusion about whether this firearm is still available and what modifications have been made. Let’s break it down.

ATF suspends import of 1301 tactical shotguns.

ATF Banning Beretta 1301 Tactical Shotguns

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Beretta USA has temporarily halted production of its popular 1301 Tactical shotgun with 7+1 capacity, effective November 4, 2024.

Options for Modern Sporting Rifles in California

Non AR or AK Options for Modern Sporting Rifle Shooters in California (Part III)

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Many gun owners in California want an option for a defensive long gun. AR or AK platforms cause a lot of drama though.  If the assault weapon bans touch it, many want to steer clear.

The Cole Pro Grand Luxe Beretta A400.

The Cole Pro Grand Luxe Beretta A400 

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This exclusive model is a masterpiece of craftsmanship that brings together the best of modern performance with the timeless beauty of vintage firearms.  

Winchester Shotguns – The 1887 Vs The 1897

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Winchester and John Moses Browning were tightly connected. Winchester helped Browning write patents and purchased nearly every design he’d produce, even if they were never going to produce it.