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There aren't many semi-auto shotguns built specifically for smaller-framed folks that still look and feel like a real sporting gun, and that's exactly where the TriStar Viper G2 Compact Sport earns its keep. The shortened stock fits youth and smaller-statured adults properly, so cheek weld and sight alignment come naturally instead of feeling like a stretch. Between the 20 gauge chambering, the gas-operated action soaking up recoil, and the rubber recoil pad on the back end, this is one of the more comfortable ways to introduce someone to clays or wingshooting without flinching becoming a habit.
The gas system is the heart of this gun, and it cycles everything from light target loads up to heavy 3 inch waterfowl loads through the same action. The 26 inch barrel wears a vent rib with a matted sight plane, a fiber optic front sight, and a mid bead, so picking up targets in changing light is quick and repeatable. The chamber and bore are chrome lined for easier cleanup and long-term durability, and TriStar tests the Viper G2 platform to 5,000 rounds for endurance. A manual E-Z Load magazine cut-off lets you swap the shell in the chamber without cycling one up from the 5+1 capacity magazine tube, which is a handy trick when switching loads in the field.
The red anodized receiver and matching magazine cap give this one some personality on the trap line, while the black synthetic stock and forend wear TriStar's Soft Touch coating for a secure, comfortable grip even with cold or wet hands. The choke system runs Beretta/Benelli Mobil threads, and you get Improved Cylinder, Modified, and Full tubes with a choke box and wrench right in the case. A shim kit lets you tweak the stock fit as a young shooter grows, and a shot plug is included for migratory bird hunts. TriStar backs it all with a five-year warranty, which is solid peace of mind on a gun that will likely see a lot of rounds.
It's one of the better options out there for that job. The compact stock dimensions fit smaller frames properly, and the gas-operated 20 gauge action combined with the rubber recoil pad keeps felt recoil mild. The included shim kit also lets you adjust the stock fit as they grow, so it won't be outgrown overnight.
The 3 inch chamber handles both 2-3/4 inch and 3 inch shells, and the gas system is designed to run everything from light target loads to heavy waterfowl loads interchangeably. Like most gas guns, it appreciates a good cleaning and a short break-in period, and some very light loads may benefit from running a box of standard target ammo through it first.
The Viper G2 Compact Sport uses the Beretta/Benelli Mobil choke thread pattern, which is one of the most common systems on the market. It ships with Improved Cylinder, Modified, and Full tubes plus a choke box and wrench, and aftermarket Mobil-thread chokes are widely available if you want to expand your options.
Absolutely. The shorter length of pull suits smaller-statured adults just as well as it does youth shooters, and plenty of folks prefer a compact fit for faster gun mounts. Larger shooters may find the stock a touch short, but the light weight and soft-shooting gas system make it a fun gun for anyone on the clays course.
| UPC | 713780241616 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 24161 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Shotgun |
| Barrel Length | 26" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 20 Gauge |
| Capacity | 5 + 1 |
| Chokes Included | Full/Ext Improved Cylinder/Modified |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 37.25 |
| Package Height | 2.8 |
| Package Width | 7.5 |
| Product Type | Shotgun |
| Safety | Crossbolt |
| Shipping Weight | 8.35 |
| Sights | Fiber Optic Front Sight |
| Sights Type | Fixed Sights |
| Youth Shotgun | Yes |
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