Citadel Boss 25 12 gauge semi auto shotgun. Nobel sport buckshot, Winchester slugs, Federal birdshot

Published on May 2, 2022
Duration: 5:12

This review of the Citadel Boss 25 12 gauge semi-auto shotgun highlights its performance with various ammunition types. The reviewer experienced cycling issues with high-velocity buckshot and slugs due to the lightweight buffer, noting that the bolt outran the magazine spring. Federal birdshot, however, ran flawlessly. Ultimately, the reviewer found the shotgun uncomfortable to shoot due to recoil and decided to sell it.

Quick Summary

The Citadel Boss 25 12 gauge shotgun experienced cycling issues with high-velocity Nobel Sport buckshot and Winchester slugs due to its lightweight buffer weight, causing the bolt to outrun the magazine spring. Federal target birdshot, however, cycled flawlessly. The reviewer found the shotgun uncomfortable due to recoil and decided to sell it.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Setup
  2. 00:07Nobelsport Buckshot Test
  3. 00:13Cycling Issues with Buckshot
  4. 00:55Plastic Cover Found
  5. 02:19Winchester Slugs Test
  6. 02:26Cycling Issues with Slugs
  7. 03:39Federal Birdshot Test
  8. 03:48Birdshot Runs Flawlessly
  9. 04:45Final Thoughts & Decision to Sell

Frequently Asked Questions

What ammunition types were tested in the Citadel Boss 25 shotgun?

The Citadel Boss 25 was tested with Nobel Sport buckshot, Winchester slugs, and Federal target birdshot. The high-velocity buckshot and slugs experienced cycling issues, while the birdshot ran flawlessly.

Why did the Citadel Boss 25 experience cycling problems with certain ammunition?

Cycling problems with high-velocity buckshot and slugs were attributed to the lightweight buffer weight in the shotgun. The bolt was observed to outrun the magazine spring, preventing proper chambering of rounds.

What was the reviewer's overall impression of the Citadel Boss 25 shotgun?

The reviewer found the Citadel Boss 25 to be uncomfortable to shoot due to significant recoil. Despite functioning with birdshot, the cycling issues with higher-velocity rounds and the recoil led to the decision to sell the firearm.

What was the cause of the plastic piece found during the shotgun test?

A small piece of clear plastic found during the test was identified as a shattered cover from a buckshot shell. This cover is designed to hold the pellets in place, and its absence may have contributed to looser pellets.

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