Videos tagged with Monoblock Construction

This review of the ATA Arms SP over-under shotgun highlights its surprising features for its price point, including a Turkish walnut stock with an adjustable comb and a generous palm swell on the grip. The gun utilizes a familiar box lock action with selectable mechanical triggers and an Anson pushrod for forend removal. It is built on a monoblock principle and accepts interchangeable choke tubes, making it a competitive option for clay shooting.

The TriStar TT-15 Field is an affordable over/under shotgun suitable for sporting clays and upland game. It features a matte silver receiver with scroll engraving, Turkish walnut furniture, and a monoblock boxlock action. Available in 28 gauge, 410 bore, 20 gauge, and 12 gauge, with 28-inch chrome-lined barrels and a 3-inch chamber. The shotgun includes a safety with a barrel selector and a 5-year warranty.

This review of the TriStar Setter S/T shotgun highlights its classic over/under design, incorporating modern features like a red fiber-optic front sight and a two-part recoil pad. The shotgun is built on monoblock principles with Italian-style trunnions and a self-adjusting Per D style under lug for lockup. It features a mechanical trigger, a three-position safety with barrel selector, and comes with five Beretta-style screw-in choke tubes.

The Weatherby Orion is an over/under shotgun manufactured in Turkey by ADA, priced around $1,100. It features a Beretta-like lock-up with two locking bolts, accepts Beretta-style choke tubes, and comes with 26 or 28-inch barrels. The shotgun boasts a walnut stock with a high-gloss finish, a 14 5/8-inch length of pull with a recoil pad, a Prince of Wales pistol grip, and an Anson push rod forend. Notably, it includes selective automatic ejection, a feature uncommon in its price class.

The Benelli 828U is a unique over/under shotgun, marking Benelli's entry into this market segment. It features a novel locking system with a floating breach block and monoblock construction, utilizing an aluminum receiver for reduced weight. The gun includes a carbon fiber vent rib, a red fiber optic bead, and offers options for automatic or manual safety via a detachable trigger module. Available in 12 gauge with 26 or 28-inch barrels, it's presented as a quality option for upland hunting and clay shooting, albeit at a premium price point.