ATA Game Over/Under Introduction and Skeet Demo
The video opens with an introduction to the ATA (Armsan) Game over/under shotgun, a 12-gauge designed for field and skeet use rather than just static target shooting. It features 30-inch barrels and accepts both 2 3/4- and 3-inch shells, giving shooters flexibility for different loads. On the skeet range, the host demonstrates breaking clays and explains how the safety and barrel selector work together, showing how to choose which barrel fires first. Only the fired shell is automatically ejected when the action is opened, while the unfired round remains in the chamber. The shotgun weighs around 7 pounds, with a thick recoil pad and an ergonomic stock that includes a slight cheek riser for better alignment. Checkered walnut furniture improves grip and adds a classic look, complemented by a front fiber optic sight for quick target acquisition. Throughout the shooting, the recoil is described as relatively light and very manageable. The host recommends skeet shooting as a fun way to use the gun and promotes Take Aim Training and Range in South Carolina for skeet, rifle, pistol, and hunter safety courses while continuing to shoot and comment on performance.
Ejector Behavior and ATA Game vs Sporter Comparison
Continuing on the skeet field, the video emphasizes the ATA over/under’s selective ejection system. When the shooter breaks open the action after firing, only the shell from the barrel that was actually fired is ejected, while the unfired shell stays seated in the chamber. This behavior is demonstrated repeatedly during live skeet shooting. Back at the bench, attention shifts to comparing two ATA Arms 12-gauge models: the Game and the Sporter. The Game model shown on the range has a gloss finish and a fixed stock, aimed at hunters and casual clay shooters. The Sporter model, by contrast, wears a matte finish and includes an adjustable cheek piece, allowing shooters to fine-tune comb height for a more precise fit, especially useful for trap and dedicated clay shooting. Both models share 30-inch chrome-lined double barrels, contributing to durability and consistent patterns. The host notes that recoil remains light on both guns, making them suitable for extended sessions in skeet, trap, or hunting scenarios. Build quality and trigger feel are highlighted as strong points for ATA Arms in this segment.
Operation, Safety Controls, and Value of ATA Shotguns
The overview of ATA over/under shotguns continues with a closer look at operation and controls. Both the Game and Sporter models feature walnut furniture and a simple break-action design operated by a side lever. Opening the action cocks the internal hammers and activates the automatic ejectors, which again only eject the shell from the barrel that was fired, leaving any unfired round in place for safety and convenience. The safety and barrel selector are combined into a single control: sliding it side to side selects which barrel fires first, and pushing it forward takes the gun off safe into the fire position. The host comments on the good trigger feel and solid overall build quality, noting that ATA Arms has been producing firearms since 1955. The 30-inch barrels and effective recoil pad help keep recoil surprisingly light for a 12-gauge, even with heavier loads. These shotguns are described as mid-end in price but offering high-end features, making them attractive options for shooters who want quality for skeet, trap, and hunting without paying premium brand prices.
Christensen Arms Traverse .300 Win Mag and Giveaway
In the final portion, the focus shifts from shotguns to a precision rifle: the Christensen Arms Traverse chambered in .300 Win Mag. This rifle is shown with a Monte Carlo stock designed to provide a consistent cheek weld and manage recoil from the powerful cartridge. It is equipped with a Leupold VX-6HD 4-24x52 optic, offering a wide magnification range for long-range shooting, and an Accu-Tac bipod featuring push-button retractable, adjustable legs for stable shooting positions. A key highlight is the carbon fiber wrapped barrel, which reduces weight while maintaining rigidity and accuracy, underscoring the rifle’s premium build. The host explains that this entire setup, including the optic and bipod, is part of a giveaway, and provides instructions on how viewers can enter. The video briefly references a Lunkers TV video that also covers the rifle, giving viewers another resource for more in-depth information. The segment closes by reiterating the differences between the ATA Sporter and Game 12-gauge models and positioning both ATA shotguns and the Christensen rifle as high-value choices in their respective categories.
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