Savage Arms Stevens 320: Budget Tactical 12 Gauge Shotgun

Published on August 6, 2014
Duration: 10:39

The Savage Arms Stevens 320 Tactical offers a budget-friendly entry into tactical shotguns, featuring a pistol grip stock and a pump forend. While it allows for magazine extensions and has a drilled and tapped receiver, its budget build quality is evident in a visible gap between the bolt and receiver. Ergonomic drawbacks include a poorly placed action release and a spring-loaded lifter that hinders smooth loading.

Quick Summary

The Savage Arms Stevens 320 Tactical is a budget 12 gauge pump-action shotgun featuring a pistol grip and a receiver ready for optics. While it allows magazine extensions, ergonomic flaws like a poorly placed action release and a restrictive loading port are noted.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Shooting Demo
  2. 00:33Model Overview: Stevens 320 Tactical
  3. 01:22Sights and Bolt Mechanism
  4. 01:46Controls and Ergonomics (Action Release)
  5. 02:41Loading Port and Lifter Design
  6. 03:32Build Quality and Breech Gap
  7. 04:32Magazine Capacity and Extensions
  8. 05:08Recoil and Weight Analysis
  9. 05:50Action Smoothness and Heat Shield
  10. 10:12Conclusion: Budget Tactical Package

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Savage Arms Stevens 320 Tactical shotgun?

The Stevens 320 Tactical features a 12 gauge pump-action, a pistol grip stock, a tactical forend, and a receiver drilled and tapped for a Picatinny rail. It also has a rotating bolt design and allows for magazine tube extensions.

What are the ergonomic drawbacks of the Stevens 320 Tactical?

The primary ergonomic issue is the placement of the action release button, which is on the opposite side of the receiver, requiring the shooter to break their firing grip. The spring-loaded lifter in the loading port can also hinder smooth shell insertion.

How is the build quality of the Savage Stevens 320 Tactical?

Build quality is considered budget-level. A visible gap between the bolt and receiver when in battery suggests cost-saving measures. However, it does allow for magazine extensions, unlike some fixed-capacity budget models.

Is the Savage Stevens 320 Tactical suitable for home defense?

It can be a budget-friendly option for home defense due to its tactical features and 12 gauge capacity. However, potential buyers should be aware of its ergonomic limitations and significant recoil due to its lightweight design.

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