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The Retay ACE has been turning heads since it landed on the scene, and for good reason. This 12 gauge semi-auto with a 28-inch vent-rib barrel and full Mossy Oak Bottomland camo is built for real hunters who put their gear through real conditions. At its core is Retay's patented Inertia Plus bolt system, which uses an internal rollover torsion spring to keep the bolt fully seated in battery at all times. That means no frustrating out-of-battery clicks when the gun gets bumped in a blind or jostled on a walk through timber. The 3.5-inch chamber handles everything from light 1-oz. field loads to heavy waterfowl magnums, and independent testing has confirmed that claim holds up.
The barrel on the ACE is deep-bore drilled and comes with a factory-lengthened forcing cone straight from the box, which helps reduce pellet deformation and tighten patterns. The AIRY recoil pad is one of the more clever ideas to come along in shotgun design recently. It uses an internal air pocket mechanism to absorb and redirect recoil energy, cutting felt recoil by up to 30% compared to a standard pad. After a long morning in a duck blind running magnum steel through a 12 gauge, that kind of difference is real. The stock also ships with an adjustable shim kit, so you can dial in the cast and drop without sending it to a gunsmith.
Ergonomics on the ACE are clearly thought through. The oversized bolt handle and enlarged bolt release are easy to work with heavy gloves on. The reversible crossbolt safety covers both right- and left-handed users. The receiver is drilled and tapped (Benelli M1/M4 footprint) so you can mount a red dot without any extra machining. And the trigger group pops out with a single button press, giving you full access to the action for cleaning in the field without hunting for pins.
The ACE uses Benelli Crio Plus choke threading, which opens up a wide world of aftermarket options beyond what comes in the box. Included is a full set of flush choke tubes plus an extended Improved Modified waterfowl choke rated for steel shot up to #1. The vent rib has a textured top surface to cut glare, and the TruGlo fiber optic front bead makes it easy to pick up a fast target. The gun accepts Benelli/Breda magazine tube extensions too, which is a nice option for waterfowlers who want to stretch the capacity. Retay backs the whole package with a Limited Lifetime Warranty that covers the original owner for as long as they own the gun.
Yes, and this is one of the things that separates the ACE from a lot of other inertia guns. The Inertia Plus bolt system was specifically designed to run light loads that typically give other inertia actions trouble. Independent reviewers have confirmed it cycles cleanly with loads down to 1 oz. at 1180 fps. That said, like any inertia gun, the heavier and faster the load, the more reliable the cycling will be.
The ACE series uses Benelli Crio Plus choke threading, which gives you access to a broad selection of aftermarket chokes from brands like Patternmaster, Kicks, and others. Retay's own Marapro chokes will also fit the Crio Plus barrel. The gun ships with five flush-fit chokes plus an extended waterfowl choke rated for steel shot up to #1, so you're well covered right out of the box.
Absolutely. The 12 gauge ACE receiver comes factory drilled and tapped to the Benelli M1/M4 footprint, so you can mount a standard optics rail or saddle mount without any gunsmithing. Red dots and reflex sights are popular choices for waterfowl and turkey hunting setups. Aftermarket mounts and rails for this footprint are widely available.
Retay designed the AIRY pad around an internal air pocket that compresses and disperses recoil energy on firing, similar in concept to the cushioning used in performance athletic footwear. It mounts using the Comfortech Plus standard, so it's also compatible with other aftermarket pads that use that system. Most shooters notice a meaningful reduction in shoulder fatigue during long shooting sessions, especially with heavier 3.5-inch loads.
The two models share the exact same internals, action, barrel, and stock. The only visual difference is the receiver profile. The standard ACE has a traditional rounded receiver profile, while the ACE-R has a slightly hump-backed receiver similar in appearance to a Browning A5. It comes down to personal preference and shooting style, as both guns perform identically.
Retay backs the ACE with a Limited Lifetime Warranty that covers materials and workmanship for the original purchaser for as long as they own the firearm. That's a strong commitment for any manufacturer to make, and it reflects the confidence Retay has in the core mechanics of the gun. Normal wear items and finishes are not covered, but the action and structural components are.
| UPC | 193212034984 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ACEMBL-28 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Shotgun |
| Barrel Length | 28" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Capacity | 3 + 1 |
| Color | CAMOFLAGE |
| Length | 39.3000 |
| Model | |
| Package Height | 3.0 |
| Package Width | 9.0 |
| Product Type | Shotgun |
| Safety | Reversible Button |
| Shipping Weight | 10.9 |
| Sights | TruGlo Fiber Optic Front bead |
| Sights Type | Fixed Sights |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
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