IWI TS12 | Modern Bullpup Street Sweeper

Published on November 22, 2019
Duration: 27:44

This review of the IWI TS12 bullpup shotgun highlights its unique rotary magazine system, bullpup design, and short-stroke gas piston operation. The presenter, Jared from Keystone Carry, details the loading and unloading procedures, discusses the shotgun's performance with various ammunition types, and offers insights into its reliability and handling characteristics. He emphasizes the importance of testing ammunition and provides a comprehensive overview of its features, pros, and cons for potential buyers.

Quick Summary

The IWI TS12 is a bullpup shotgun with an 18.5-inch barrel and an overall length of just over 28 inches. It features three rotary magazines, each holding five 2.75-inch or four 3-inch 12-gauge shells, for a total capacity of 15+1 or 12+1 rounds. The shotgun utilizes a short-stroke gas piston system and is known for its manageable recoil and high reliability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Excitement
  2. 03:16First Look: Not Your Average Shotgun
  3. 03:39Unique Rotary Magazine System
  4. 03:49Overall Length and Barrel Specs
  5. 04:08Deceptively Light and Threaded Barrel
  6. 04:16Gas Piston System Explained (H & L Settings)
  7. 04:50Recommended Ammunition and Testing
  8. 05:30Magazine Capacity and Loading
  9. 05:54Loading Ammunition from Either Side
  10. 06:14Magazine Rotation Paddle and Carrier Stop Button
  11. 06:53Efficient Design and Loading Process
  12. 07:06Unloading the Shotgun
  13. 07:30Controls: Safety, Paddle, Charging Handle
  14. 07:56Ejection Port and Potential Ambidextrous Conversion
  15. 08:36Butt Pad and Recoil Management
  16. 09:01First Impressions and Initial Concerns
  17. 10:27Concerns: Magazine Tube Reliability
  18. 10:55The Mysterious Button: Initial Confusion
  19. 12:10Button Functionality: Bolt Lock and Drop
  20. 13:01Reading the Manual: Carrier Stop Button
  21. 14:06On the Range: Shooting the TS12
  22. 14:24Recoil Impulse and Manageability
  23. 14:50Reload Drills and Speed
  24. 15:25Awkwardness in Shooting Positions
  25. 16:10Recoil Comparison: TS12 vs. Tavor 7
  26. 16:31Reliability Assessment
  27. 17:13Grip and Forend Area
  28. 17:41Potential Malfunction: Bumping the Paddle
  29. 18:45Overall Opinion: Smiles and Fun
  30. 19:22Packed with Features: M-LOK, Chokes
  31. 19:47Where Does This Shotgun Fit?
  32. 20:02Versatility: Defense, Hunting, Sport
  33. 20:42Limitations: Range and Accuracy
  34. 21:16Favorite Traits: Auto-Loading, Bullpup Design
  35. 21:48Gripes: Safety Location, Magazine Tube Durability
  36. 22:31Downside: No Under-Forend Accessories
  37. 22:54Who is This Shotgun For?
  38. 23:59Price Point and Value
  39. 24:40Who is This Shotgun NOT For?
  40. 25:06Final Thoughts and Recommendation
  41. 25:49Accuracy Discussion (Shotguns)
  42. 26:33Call to Action: Like, Subscribe, Comment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capacity of the IWI TS12 shotgun?

The IWI TS12 shotgun features three rotary magazines. Each magazine tube can hold five 2.75-inch 12-gauge shells or four 3-inch shells, giving it a total capacity of 15+1 rounds for 2.75-inch shells or 12+1 for 3-inch shells.

How does the IWI TS12 load ammunition?

To load the IWI TS12, you insert rounds into a magazine tube, rotate the desired tube into position, press the carrier stop button to release the first round, and then cycle the charging handle to chamber it. The shotgun automatically chambers the next round when a loaded tube is rotated into place after the last shot.

What is the recoil like on the IWI TS12?

The recoil on the IWI TS12 is described as manageable and softer than expected, even with 3-inch magnum buckshot loads. The reviewer found it significantly less punishing than shooting a Tavor 7 rifle.

Is the IWI TS12 reliable?

Based on the reviewer's experience of firing over 500 rounds, the IWI TS12 has proven to be extremely reliable, with no malfunctions that were not user-influenced. The presenter expects this reliability to continue.

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