Description
Single shots have carried a beginner's gun reputation for a long time, and Retay set out to change that with the Gamelander. This is a purpose-built turkey gun that happens to be a break action, not a bargain bin afterthought. The 22 inch barrel is deep bore drilled from solid steel rather than hammer forged, which pairs with Retay's factory lengthened forcing cone to tighten patterns and put noticeably more pellets where they count. Add a crisp trigger, a clean break action, and a 3 inch chamber, and you have a 20 gauge that earns its spot in the spring lineup.
Built for the Turkey Woods, Finished in Greenleaf
This version wears Mossy Oak Greenleaf camo on the stock and forend with a bronze Cerakote finish on the metalwork, a combo that blends into spring foliage and shrugs off wet mornings. At 6.7 pounds with a 38 inch overall length, it carries easy on run and gun hunts, and the quick take-down design breaks it apart fast when you are packing into the backcountry. A low profile Picatinny rail comes with the gun, so mounting a red dot is simple, and there is a classic brass bead up front if you prefer to keep things old school.
Gamelander Comfort Where It Counts
Hard-kicking turkey loads out of a light single shot usually mean a sore shoulder, and Retay addressed that head on. The AIRY recoil pad uses an internal air pocket design borrowed from athletic shoe technology to soak up recoil, and the adjustable cheek piece lets you dial in your fit whether you are shooting the bead or an optic. A hammer block safety keeps the hammer off the firing pin until you deliberately pull the trigger.
What the Gamelander 20 Gauge Ships With
Retay includes cylinder and modified choke tubes for general use plus an extended extra full turkey choke for reaching out at longbeards. The 14.37 inch length of pull fits most adult hunters comfortably, and Retay backs the gun with their limited lifetime warranty. For anyone who appreciates the one shot mindset, this one delivers well beyond its class.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Retay USA
- Manufacturer Part Number: GML20-GLBR
- UPC: 193212039019
- Gauge: 20 Gauge
- Chamber: 3 inch
- Action: Single Shot Break Action
- Barrel Length: 22 inches
- Overall Length: 38 inches
- Weight: 6.7 lbs
- Capacity: 1 round
- Length of Pull: 14.37 inches
- Stock: Adjustable cheek piece, Mossy Oak Greenleaf camo
- Barrel/Receiver Finish: Bronze Cerakote
- Sight: Brass bead
- Optics Mounting: Included low profile Picatinny rail (20ga receiver is not drilled and tapped)
- Chokes: Cylinder, Modified, Extended Extra Full Turkey
What’s Included
- Retay Gamelander single shot shotgun
- Cylinder choke tube
- Modified choke tube
- Extended Extra Full turkey choke tube
- Low profile Picatinny rail
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mount a red dot on the Retay Gamelander 20 gauge?
Yes. While the 20 gauge receiver itself is not drilled and tapped, every Gamelander ships with Retay's low profile Picatinny rail that mounts via dovetail. It sits low enough to keep a red dot close to the bore, which works great for turkey hunting where a tight pattern needs precise aim.
How bad is the recoil on a lightweight single shot like the Gamelander?
Lighter guns typically kick harder, but Retay built the Gamelander with their AIRY recoil pad, which uses an internal air pocket to absorb and spread out recoil energy. Combined with the softer-shooting nature of 20 gauge, it is far more comfortable than most single shots, even with stout turkey loads. The adjustable cheek piece also helps you get a proper mount, which makes felt recoil more manageable.
What choke tubes come with the Gamelander Mossy Oak Greenleaf?
It ships with three removable chokes: cylinder, modified, and an extended extra full turkey choke. That gives you a tight-patterning setup for gobblers right out of the box, plus more open options for small game or clays. The chokes swap easily so you can match the gun to the hunt.
Is the Retay Gamelander a good gun for a new hunter?
It works well for newer hunters thanks to its simple break action, hammer block safety, and soft-shooting 20 gauge chambering, but it was designed as a serious hunting gun rather than a starter gun. The deep bore drilled barrel and lengthened forcing cone deliver patterns that outperform typical budget single shots. Experienced turkey hunters who like the one shot approach will appreciate it just as much as beginners.




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