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SkaerE
July 11, 2005, 10:28 AM
how long has this model been out? cant find anything on a search of this site about it.

seems its pump and semi (like the SPAS?)

reliable as the M1? same inertia drive or gas?

thanks!

50 Shooter
July 11, 2005, 01:54 PM
It's been around since the early 90's, I sold my SPAS to get one.

The only thing mine doesn't like (shooting in semi) is some brands of low base and those crappy Activ all plastic shells. I usually just shoot them in the pump mode to avoid any problems.

It's a better shotgun then the SPAS but the SPAS just looks so damn cool. Plus I liked the forearm grip on the stock that let you shot it one handed, like it's really necessary.

Same as the M1 just has the semi/pump feature.

hksw
July 11, 2005, 02:05 PM
IIRC, since 1989 or 1990.

Inertia. It is essentially an M1 with a forearm that can be unlocked and travel with bolt via action bars.

About 2 pounds less than a SPAS-12, one round less (maximum capacities), less bulky.