Cobray Terminator Review - The World's best, worst shotgun

Published on May 10, 2017
Duration: 10:37

The Cobray Terminator is a unique, open-bolt, breech-loading 12-gauge shotgun known for its extreme recoil and unconventional design. Despite its reputation as one of the worst shotguns, its simple, overbuilt mechanism ensures 100% reliability. While impractical for most uses, it scores high on 'cool factor' due to its historical context and crude, partisan-era build.

Quick Summary

The Cobray Terminator is a unique 12-gauge open-bolt, breech-loading shotgun known for its extreme recoil and crude, overbuilt design. Despite its reputation, its simplicity ensures 100% reliability, though its utility is low, scoring higher for its 'cool factor' and historical uniqueness.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Intro: Cobray Terminator - The Worst Shotgun?
  2. 00:52How it Works: Open Bolt & Recoil
  3. 02:05Recoil Comparison: Ithaca 37 vs Terminator
  4. 03:20Firing Birdshot: Stamped Stock Issues
  5. 04:50Testing Buckshot: Extreme Recoil
  6. 07:10Design Philosophy: Crude but Reliable
  7. 08:15Sights, Ergonomics & Stock Warning
  8. 09:43Final Verdict: Cool Factor vs. Utility

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Cobray Terminator unique?

The Cobray Terminator is a rare 12-gauge shotgun featuring an open-bolt, breech-loading design. Its entire barrel assembly moves rearward to strike a fixed firing pin, a mechanism contributing to its infamous reputation for extreme recoil and unconventional operation.

Is the Cobray Terminator reliable?

Despite its reputation as one of the worst shotguns, the Cobray Terminator is noted for being 100% reliable due to its simple, overbuilt, and crude design, similar to the Liberator pistol.

How does the Cobray Terminator's recoil compare to other shotguns?

The recoil is described as extreme, significantly harsher than traditional shotguns like the Ithaca 37. Testing with 00 Buckshot felt like being 'butt-stroked' by the weapon itself, exacerbated by its stamped steel stock.

What are the main drawbacks of the Cobray Terminator?

Key drawbacks include extreme recoil, a crude stamped steel stock, a lack of a functional rear sight (often mistaken for a sling loop), and the potential for the stock to collapse under heavy loads. Its utility is rated low.

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