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Best New Shotguns from SHOT 2025

It's that time of year again. Some of the hottest new firearms are being unveiled at the 2025 SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Read on for the best shotguns from the show floor this year.

Best New Shotguns for 2024

Whether you’re a waterfowler, upland hunter or clay target shooter, you’ll find something to be excited about this year. Here are our picks for the best new shotguns for hunters in 2024.

Review: Mossberg International Gold Reserve Black Label

Mossberg’s handsome International Gold Reserve handles admirably and shoots extremely well.

Benelli Adds 828U Steel to O/U Shotgun Line

For 2023, Benelli has moved the 828U series to the next technological level with the introduction of the new 828U Steel model in 12- and 20-gauge.

Hardware: Franchi Affinity 3 Elite Upland

Anybody looking for a semi-auto upland hunting gun would do well to look at the Affinity 3 Elite Upland.

Top 10 Rifles and Shotguns Under $700

Thinking about buying a new rifle or shotgun? There’s never been a better time than now, as this year’s crop of sub-$700 guns has some real standouts.

Hardware: CZ Upland Ultralight All-Terrain 12-Gauge

The CZ All-Terrain combines the quick-handling, smooth-swinging performance of an over/under with the durability and function of the best waterfowling autos.

Shotshells 101

A solid understanding of shotshells will make you a better hunter. Here’s a detailed look at each of the five primary components.

SHOT Show 2020: Top 4 New Upland Shotguns

If you're in the market for a new upland gun, check out these great new options from SHOT Show 2020.

Hardware: Winchester SX4 20-Gauge

Winchester’s SX4s are some of the best gas-operated semi-autos on the market, and the 20-gauge version is a welcome addition to the line. It’s durably built, offers a lot of sensible features, produces minimal recoil and is priced affordably.

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