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The Retay ACE (MPN: ACEBRBL-28) is Retay's mid-lineup flagship semi-auto, and in Bronze Mossy Oak Bottomland it looks the part of a dedicated waterfowl gun. Coming in at 7 lbs 4 oz with a 28" vent-rib barrel and a full 3.5" chamber, it has the reach and horsepower for decoying ducks and geese while still being comfortable to carry and swing all day. The ACE uses a traditional slope-back receiver profile — clean, classic, and familiar feeling compared to its hump-backed ACE-R sibling.
The heart of this gun is Retay's patented Inertia Plus bolt system, which uses a torsion spring inside the rotary bolt to physically push it into full battery every time. On most inertia guns, the bolt can get jarred out of battery if you ease the bolt handle forward or bump the gun at the wrong moment — that notorious "inertia click" misfire that costs you a shot at a greenhead. The Inertia Plus design eliminates that problem. It also closes quietly, which matters when you're in a blind and want to chamber a round without spooking birds. The ACE pairs this action with Retay's dead-straight deep-bore drilled barrel and a factory-lengthened forcing cone for denser, more consistent patterns downrange. Retay claims this combination puts over 20% more pellets in the kill zone compared to conventionally built barrels, and the ACE's performance in head-to-head pattern tests supports it.
Beyond the action, the ACE is loaded with features that actually matter in hunting situations. The oversized, reversible crossbolt safety and enlarged bolt release and charging handle are designed to work with gloved hands — something a lot of inertia guns overlook. The trigger group drops out at the push of a single button with no pins to fumble with, making a quick field clean surprisingly easy. The AIRY recoil pad, inspired by athletic footwear cushioning technology, uses an internal air pocket to absorb and disperse energy rather than just compress like traditional rubber pads, and the reduction in felt recoil is noticeable when you're running heavy steel loads all morning. The receiver is drilled and tapped for optics using the Benelli M1/M4 footprint, and the ACE series accepts Benelli-compatible magazine tube extensions for those who want to add capacity. The choke threading on the ACE uses the Benelli Crio Plus pattern, opening up a wide world of aftermarket tubes beyond what ships in the box.
The Mossy Oak Bottomland camo on this model covers both the synthetic stock and the barrel, with the bronze metalwork giving it a sharp two-tone look that stands out from the typical flat dark camo guns on the rack. It ships with a full set of six choke tubes (Cylinder, IC, Modified, IM, Full, and an extended long-range waterfowl choke), a choke wrench, and a shim kit for dialing in stock fit. Retay backs it with a Limited Lifetime Warranty.
The two guns are mechanically identical — same action, barrel, stock, and internals. The only difference is the receiver profile: the ACE has a traditional rounded, slope-back receiver, while the ACE-R has a modest hump-backed receiver similar to a Browning A5. It comes down to personal preference and what feels natural at your cheek weld.
The ACE is designed to cycle a wide range of loads, and it handles 1 oz loads at around 1180 fps reliably in testing. That said, like most inertia guns, very light 7/8 oz competition loads at the low end of the velocity range may not cycle consistently. For dove, ducks, and anything in the hunting load category, it runs clean.
The ACE series uses the Benelli Crio Plus choke pattern, so any choke tube designed for newer Benelli models will fit this gun. The ACE ships with a full set of six chokes including an extended long-range waterfowl tube, which covers most hunting situations right out of the box. A wide range of aftermarket options from companies like Trulock are also available.
Yes — the 12-gauge ACE is drilled and tapped at the factory using the Benelli M1/M4 footprint, so mounting a red dot or low-power scope is straightforward with widely available aftermarket rails and mounts. This is a 12-gauge-only feature; the sub-gauge ACE models are not drilled and tapped.
Yes, the ACE is compatible with Benelli magazine tube extensions, which is a big plus for anyone who wants to add capacity beyond the factory 3+1 setup. This is a relatively rare feature at this price point and makes the gun more flexible for different hunting applications.
Cleaning is genuinely easier on the ACE than most semi-autos. The entire trigger group pops out at the push of a single button — no pins, no tools required. Removing the barrel then exposes the action for full access. The trigger group can also be stored separately, which disables the gun and acts as a built-in safety measure when the firearm is stored at home.
| UPC | 193212032744 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ACEBRBL-28 |
| Action | |
| Barrel Length | 28" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Capacity | 3 |
| Color | BRONZE |
| Model | |
| Safety | Crossbolt |
| Shipping Weight | 10.6 |
| Sights | Bead Front |
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