Pump Shotguns

Standard Manufacturing DP12

The most expensive and most unusual shotgun we tested was the Standard Manufacturing DP12. It has dual magazine tubes and dual barrels. Each time you pump, it ejects two hulls and loads two new shells. The trigger has to be pulled twice, firing each barrel in turn, then the...

Winchester SXP Shadow Defender

The SXP Shadow Defender proved a nice middle of the road tactical shotgun. First, the safety is at the front of the triggerguard, where I prefer it, allowing you to keep your trigger finger extended in a relaxed position until you need to click it off.  The action bar...

Armscor/Rock Island Armory AG Pump Defense

The AG Pump Defense is a real crowd pleaser. Economically priced, it felt solid and performed well. The triangular safety button sits at the rear of the triggerguard and the action bar release sits on the left side near the front of the triggerguard. It only has a bead...

Mossberg 500 ATI Tactical

Mossberg’s staple pump 12-gauge shotgun, the model 500, has been riding in police cruisers and serving as a home-defense gun for more than 50 years. The ATI (American Tactical Incorporated) model provides some new furniture to increase the functionality of this tried and true classic. The six-position telescoping stock...