By Eve Flanigan
Manufacturers continue to deliver guns that satisfy the need or urge to hunt, defend, compete, or recreate.
It’s a tall order that renews every year. Delivering a high degree of refinement and reliability on updated renditions of existing product lines is a conservative approach that strikes a balance between consumer satisfaction and the risks inherent in churning out entirely new products. That being said, Shotgun manufacturers continue to innovate and impress at SHOT Show with amazing new firearms being released.
Benelli
Benelli’s Super Black Eagle (SBE), their flagship waterfowl/turkey gun line, has received a new entrant called AI (Advanced Impact). Currently it’s chambered in 12 and 28 gauge with a 3.5-inch chamber, but a 20-gauge, three-inch version is on the way. The SBE AI has a 28-inch barrel and 14 3/8-inch length of pull. The action is blued with a matte finish. Consumers can choose between two finish packages that pair Mossy Oak Bottomland with Patriot Brown or Mossy Oak Max-7 with flat dark earth metal components. Capacity is 7+1. SRP: $2,849.
During the 2025 SHOT Show, find them in: Booth #13238
Check these out on: benelliusa.com
Dickinson Arms
Dickinson Arms is rolling out a pair of 12-gauge turkey guns for 2025. Both are finished in Mossy Oak Obsession camouflage. The 212C24-OS semi-automatic 12-gauge shotgun has a contoured, pistol-grip stock and a 24-inch barrel with ventilated rib. It comes with Hi-Vis fiber-optic front and rear sights as well as a Picatinny rail on the top of the receiver, so you can mount the turkey optic of your choice. It also comes with an extended extra-full choke. A hard-side carrying case and a magazine capacity-limiting plug are included. SRP: $649.
The Commando XX3T-C-2 pump-action 12-gauge shotgun is similarly equipped with a contoured pistol grip stock and 24-inch barrel with a ventilated rib. It also uses Hi-Vis fiber-optic front and rear sights and has a Picatinny rail. In addition, there is a short rail on the bottom of the forend to mount additional accessories. The Commando also comes with an extended extra-full choke as well as an included hard-side carrying case and a magazine capacity-limiting plug. SRP: $439.
During the 2025 SHOT Show, find them in: Booth #71105
Check these out on: dickinsonarms.com
Franchi
Franchi has a brand-new design, Affinity 3 and Affinity 3.5. The chamber lengths are included in the name of these 12- or 20- gauge shotguns. Capacity is 4+1; barrel lengths of 26 or 28 inches are offered. Ergonomics is front and center with the Affinity 3 and 3.5. A thin forend and strategically placed checkering enhance responsiveness. It does have a pistol grip. Finishes vary by model. Black or Max-7 or MOBL camo designs are available on the furniture; you can also go afield with Elite Marsh or Elite Timber camo. Cerakote choices for metal components are bronze or cobalt. Length of pull is 14.25 inches. SRP: $1,079-1,599.
During the 2025 SHOT Show, find them in: Booth #13238
Check these out on: franchiusa.com
Heritage Manufacturing
Heritage Manufacturingrecently announced availability of the Coachwhip, a stylish 12-gauge scattergun, made and marketed with a nod to pioneer days. This break-open action side-by-side has a color case hardened frame, exposed hammers, a tang safety, and 18-inch barrels with a bead sight. A walnut stock completes this attractive, historic-looking firearm. SRP: $984.99.
While the Coachwhip covers security detail in historic fashion, its stablemate, the Badlander Field Model, is ready to bust fowl in nostalgic style. This Turkish-made side-by-side shotgun has a traditional walnut stock and lengthy 28-inch barrels. Double triggers and other outer metal components are black chrome. Combined with a dark walnut stock, the Badlander embraces understated style. Heritage left no one out when it comes to Badlander chambering. It’s offered with a .410 bore or 28-, 20-, or 12-gauge chamberings. SRP: $946.99.
During the 2025 SHOT Show, find them in: Booth #13038
Check these out on: heritagemfg.com
Mossberg
Long respected by both agencies and individuals as a producer of tactical shotguns, Mossberg introduced several new ones in late 2024. The 590-RM Mag Fed are pump guns chambered in 12 gauge with a 2.75-inch chamber. They ship with Mossberg’s unique double-stack 10-round magazines, with 5-, 15-, or 20-round mags. The 590-RM features a Magpul adjustable stock. Other conveniences include an AR-type ambidextrous safety selector and a Picatinny rail for an optic or iron sight. The base 590-RM includes flip-up front and rear sights by Magpul and a plain end on the 18.5-inch barrel. The Standoff version has no BUIS but includes a flash hider. Both feature Mossberg’s new low-profile, single-piece heat shield around the barrel and an ambidextrous Magpul accessory attachment sight on the top of the forend.
During the 2025 SHOT Show, find them in: Booth #12832
Check these out on: mossberg.com
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