Weatherby Element Synthetic 20 Gauge Shotgun, 28" Barrel 3" Chamber, 4+1 Magazine Capacity, Fiber Optic Front Sights, Integral Multi-Choke System Md: ESN2028PGM
The Element™ Synthetic is offered in 12- and 20-gauge, with 3” chamber, and 26in and 28in barrel length options. It features the Integral Multi-Choke System and is supplied with Improved Cylinder, Modified, Full, and Long Range Steel choke tubes, allowing shooters to tailor their shot patterns for any hunting application.
Features:
- Drop and cast adjustments
- Vented top rib
- Fiber optic front bead
- Chrome lined bore
- Dual purpose bolt release
- Interia operated action
- Swivel studs included
Specifications:
- Gauge: 20 Gauge
- Barrel Length: 28 inches
- Chamber Length: 3 inches
- Magazine Capacity: 4+1
- Overall Length: 48.75 inches
- Length of Pull: 14-5/8 inches
- Drop at Heel: 2.25 inches
- Drop at Comb: 1-5/8 inches
- Approximate Weight: 6.25 lbs
- Product Line: Element
- Choke: Long Range Steel, Improved Cylinder, Modified, Full
- Stock: Composite
- Sights: Fiber Optic Front
The information below comes from our Gun Caliber Dictionary and is for
general reference only. It does not describe the specifications of this
particular item.
The 20-gauge follows the 12-gauge as America's second-most popular shotgun gauge. And, with modern shotshells, continues to gain ground. The 20-gauge has a bore diameter of .615-inch, with modern shells in either 2 3/4 "standard" or 3-inch "magnum" length. Most modern shotguns are chambered to handle both. Payloads vary from light-recoiling 5/8-ounce loads all the way to heavy turkey loads carrying 1 5/16 ounces of shot. Standard 2 3/4" loads for targets and upland birds are normally 7/8 or one ounce. At its very best the 20-gauge does not have the capability of a 12-gauge...but with modern shot, wad columns, and chokes it doesn't give up much, and it can be built into a much lighter shotgun developing less recoil. Virtually all manufacturers offer 20-gauge guns, and they are available in all action types and for virtually all shotgunning sports. The 20-gauge joins the 12, 28, and .410 as one of four events in skeet competition, and is becoming increasingly popular for sporting clays.
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Craig Boddington
