High End Shotguns For The Discerning Shooter

The Best High-End Shotguns Of 2024

High-end shotguns are typically constructed with greater attention to detail, utilizing the finest components and materials available. Consequently, shooters can expect superior build quality and reliability out of the box, as well as increased comfort during extended use. The following are some of our favorite high-end break open, pump action, and semi-auto shotguns to shoot in 2024.

Classic Summary
The Classic Firearms team has selected our picks for the best high-end shotguns available for purchase in 2024, including a mix of tactical and traditional models.
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Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol

This tactical variant of Beretta's A300 Ultima semi-auto shotgun is set up for self defense from the factory, shipping with a 7-round extended magazine tube and a Picatinny top rail for mounting optics. Additionally, the A300 Ultima Patrol features an enlarged bolt release and a reversible safety for smoother operations, plus an M-LOK forend with multiple QD sling attachment points.

IWI Tavor TS12 Bullpup

Inspired by the iconic Tavor rifle, this rotary-barrel bullpup shotgun boasts an impressive capacity of 15+1 rounds of 12GA. Its short-stroke gas piston system ensures reliable cycling and the firearm can be configured for right or left-side ejection. Moreover, each magazine tube may be loaded from either side, making the Tavor TS12 an excellent choice for both right and left-handed shooters.

Retay Masai Mara

Retay's Masai Mara is an exceptionally ergonomic sporting shotgun with an inertia-driven bolt (not unlike the Benelli M4). And to make cleaning and maintenance a breeze, this model features a removable trigger system and ejector for simple disassembly whether you're at home or in the field. The 28" vent rib barrel is perfect for hunting or trap shooting.

Retay -28 12/28 3.5 Inertia Black Synthetic Shotgun
Retay -28 12/28 3.5 Inertia Black Synthetic Shotgun
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Standard Manufacturing DP-12

Specifically engineered for self defense, the DP-12 is a tactical double-barreled pump action shotgun with a 16-round capacity and innovative spreader choke tubes installed from the factory. An ergonomic stock and vertical foregrip aid in consistent manipulation of the shotgun, even in close quarters. These features combined with the DP-12's uncompromising reliability make it one of the finest tactical shotguns money can buy.

Browning BT-99 Adjustable B&C

This gorgeous break-open shotgun affords shooters a high degree of flexibility, sporting a completely adjustable walnut stock and a 32" vent rib barrel for increased accuracy at distance. Simply put, the Browning BT-99 is one of the nicest shotguns we've handled and it performs even better than it looks.

Browning 017081402 BT-99 Adjustable B&C Break Open12GA 32" 2.75" Black Walnut Adjustable Stock Blued
Browning 017081402 BT-99 Adjustable B&C Break Open12GA 32" 2.75" Black Walnut Adjustable Stock Blued
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Top 5 New Shotguns Of 2023

If you want the latest and greatest shotguns, look no further! Watch our video with Clint and Kaya to discover the best new models that came out in 2023 and pick out your next firearms purchase.

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