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There is something refreshing about a shotgun that does one job and does it without fuss. The ATI Nomad 28 gauge is a break-open single shot with an 18.5-inch barrel and a trick most break-actions can't pull off: the whole gun folds back on itself into a compact package. Pop the action open, swing the barrel and fore-end toward the buttstock, and the trigger guard tucks into a cutout in the fore-end. The result is a slim bundle that slides into a pack, behind a truck seat, or into a small case without a fight.
At roughly 33.5 inches overall and well under six pounds, this thing carries like nothing. The 28 gauge chambering is a big part of the appeal here. It is a sweetheart of a bore, throwing enough shot for squirrels, rabbits, dove, and pest control while staying gentle on the shoulder. That mild recoil, combined with the short barrel and light weight, makes the Nomad a natural fit for newer shooters, smaller-framed folks, or anyone who wants a walk-around gun that never feels like a chore. The 3-inch chamber gives you flexibility with heavier 28 gauge loads when you want a little more punch.
The Nomad keeps its manual of arms about as basic as it gets: exposed hammer, break-open action, and an extractor that lifts the spent hull so you can pluck it out by hand. Fewer moving parts means less to clean and less to go wrong. The black synthetic stock and fore-end shrug off rain and rough handling, the blued metalwork keeps a classic look, a simple bead up front gets you on target fast, and a rubber butt plate rounds out the package. American Tactical imports the Nomad line from Turkey and backs it with a limited lifetime warranty.
For a knock-around utility gun, a first shotgun, or a folding companion for the cabin or campsite, the Nomad 28 gauge is hard to argue with. It is light, packable, and dead simple, exactly what a single shot should be.
Once you unlock the break-open action, the barrel and fore-end swing back toward the buttstock instead of stopping at the normal loading angle. A cutout in the bottom of the fore-end lets the trigger guard nest inside, so the whole gun folds into a short, slim package. It makes the Nomad easy to stash in a backpack, case, or behind a seat.
No, this model uses a manual extractor rather than an auto ejector. When you break the action open, the extractor lifts the spent hull out of the chamber just enough for you to pull it free by hand. Plenty of folks prefer this setup since it keeps hulls from flying into the brush and works well with chamber adapters.
It is one of the better choices out there for that role. The 28 gauge is a soft-recoiling bore, the gun itself is very light, and the single-shot break-open design is about as simple and easy to learn as a shotgun gets. The exposed hammer also gives a clear visual cue of the gun's condition, which is a nice teaching aid.
No, the 18.5-inch barrel models use a fixed choke with a simple bead front sight. If you want screw-in chokes, ATI offers longer-barreled Nomad variants with vent ribs that include choke tubes. For general utility work, small game, and closer-range shooting, the fixed choke on this model handles the job fine.
| UPC | 810113114644 |
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| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ATIG28NMD18 |
| Shipping Weight | 4.7 |
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