The video focuses on the Black Aces Tactical Pro Series L lever-action 12-gauge shotgun. The host is indoors due to heavy rain in North Carolina but uses the time to walk through this model in detail. The shotgun is a lever-action 12-gauge, combining a traditional lever platform with a shotgun configuration. The example shown has a silver-colored finish paired with walnut furniture, which is confirmed to be real wood. The host emphasizes the visual appeal of the silver and walnut combination and notes that the shotgun has been recently added to inventory. Range footage is delayed by weather, but the plan is to shoot the Pro Series L soon and share clips on Classic Firearms’ Facebook, Instagram, and buyers group channels.
The Black Aces Tactical Pro Series L features an approximately 18-inch barrel, described as around 18¼ to 18½ inches. The magazine tube holds six rounds of 2¾-inch 12-gauge shells, giving a 6+1 capacity with that load length. The shotgun is chambered for 3-inch shells as well, with the note that using longer 3-inch magnum loads may reduce capacity to around five in the tube, which is presented as a reasonable tradeoff. The shotgun includes a sling swivel mounted on the front of the magazine tube and another sling swivel at the rear on the stock, allowing straightforward attachment of a two-point sling for carry or general use.
The forend and stock are walnut with a texture that resembles stippling more than traditional checkering. The forend offers generous gripping area, allowing the shooter to hold closer to the receiver or farther out depending on preference. The stipple-like texture on both the forend and the pistol grip area of the stock is described as comfortable and secure in the hand. The lever-action mechanism is highlighted as a key appeal of the shotgun, especially for those who enjoy lever guns in general. The host compares it to previous experiences with Henry .22 LR lever-action rifles, noting that a 12-gauge lever gun is a different but likely very enjoyable experience. The action is cycled on camera to demonstrate its operation and sound.
The Pro Series L uses an aluminum receiver, which is said to keep the shotgun relatively light while still being durable. The receiver is marked with the Black Aces Tactical branding. The safety is located on the side of the receiver, somewhat reminiscent of an AR-style selector, rather than a typical tang or cross-bolt shotgun safety. This placement may be easier for left-handed shooters to actuate with the thumb, while right-handed shooters will need to adjust their grip slightly. When set to safe, the safety blocks the trigger and, after a shot has been fired and the safety is engaged, it also prevents full lever movement as an additional precaution. However, if a round is chambered and the safety is on, the lever can still be cycled to clear the chamber. The stock includes a thick recoil pad intended to help manage recoil, including when firing 3-inch magnum 12-gauge loads.
The shotgun ships with a Raptor-style grip that can be installed in place of the full stock. With the standard stock, overall length is about 39 inches. Installing the Raptor grip reduces overall length to roughly 31 inches, creating a more compact package that may be easier to maneuver indoors. The host notes that with the Raptor grip installed, the shotgun is not intended for precision shooting and would likely be fired from the hip or in a more compact stance. The Pro Series L is presented as a viable option for those who like lever actions and want a 12-gauge for roles such as home defense, with the flexibility to load buckshot, birdshot, or slugs according to preference. Viewers are encouraged to share videos of their own use of the shotgun, particularly when configured with the Raptor grip.
The Black Aces Tactical Pro Series L includes a small accessory box containing three choke tubes in total, with one choke installed on the shotgun from the factory and two additional chokes in the box. A choke key is provided for installing, tightening, or removing the chokes. The host notes that these appear to be Benelli Mobil-style chokes. The finish on the shotgun has a stainless-like silver appearance and is described as resistant to fingerprints, even after extensive handling, which is seen as a practical benefit. The finish is characterized as resilient, suitable for a working shotgun that may see regular use. A viewer question about a .410 version is addressed: at the time of filming, the host is not aware of a .410 lever-action variant from Black Aces Tactical and states that only the 12-gauge version is available, while expressing interest in a potential .410 model in the future.
In addition to the Black Aces shotgun, the video briefly covers the current Classic Firearms giveaway: an HK SP5 pistol. The SP5 is described as a 9mm firearm produced on the same assembly line, by the same workers, as the MP5. It is equipped with an SSP Tactical collapsible brace, which can be extended, and a Franklin Armory binary trigger. The binary trigger fires one round on the pull and another on the release of the trigger, which is noted as making the SP5 particularly entertaining to shoot. The host emphasizes that this is a genuine HK SP5, not a clone, and encourages viewers to enter the giveaway on ClassicFirearms.com. The SP5 is also referenced in the context of video game use, particularly for players who favor MP5-style platforms in titles like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare.
The video concludes with a recap encouraging viewers to explore Black Aces Tactical shotguns on the Classic Firearms site, with specific attention to the silver-finished, walnut-stocked Pro Series L lever-action 12-gauge. The host again highlights the shotgun’s appearance, lever action, and overall handling. Viewers are reminded to follow Classic Firearms on Facebook and Instagram to see future range footage of the Pro Series L once weather allows filming. The audience is asked to like the video, subscribe to the channel, and comment with thoughts on the HK SP5 giveaway and the featured shotgun. The host closes with thanks to viewers and customers, a brief sign-off, and a reminder to visit ClassicFirearms.com for entries and product information.
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