This is through the grapevine, and I've no idea how true it is, but it sure sounds interesting....
Supposedly, a major maker(Domastic or foreign) has been testing some ideas out for a "Serious" shotgun. As we know, most shotguns used for emergency conditions are derived from a sporting arm, a la 870, etc. This one is made to more rugged standards.
Picture a semi-auto shotgun with a gas system over the bbl, like the AK and SKS. High sights, with optical capability. A tube magazine under the short bbl holding shells almost to the muzzle.
Supposedly, this mag is detachable, holds 5-6 rounds, and may be loaded in the conventional way
or loaded separately and interchanged with more mags for reloading rapidly or specialty ammo. The forearm goes with the magazine and is made of synthetic material, like the mag.I have no idea if the mags can be interchanged while there's a round in the chamber, ready to use if needed.
Full stock, possibly collapseable, with PG and ambi safety.
And, here's the kicker. Besides 12 ga, this thing may be made in a non standard gauge,like 15ga. This is supposed to cut down on criminal usage when purloined by a felon from a squad car, dead LEO, etc.
Comments? Or has anyone heard of this?
Supposedly, a major maker(Domastic or foreign) has been testing some ideas out for a "Serious" shotgun. As we know, most shotguns used for emergency conditions are derived from a sporting arm, a la 870, etc. This one is made to more rugged standards.
Picture a semi-auto shotgun with a gas system over the bbl, like the AK and SKS. High sights, with optical capability. A tube magazine under the short bbl holding shells almost to the muzzle.
Supposedly, this mag is detachable, holds 5-6 rounds, and may be loaded in the conventional way
or loaded separately and interchanged with more mags for reloading rapidly or specialty ammo. The forearm goes with the magazine and is made of synthetic material, like the mag.I have no idea if the mags can be interchanged while there's a round in the chamber, ready to use if needed.
Full stock, possibly collapseable, with PG and ambi safety.
And, here's the kicker. Besides 12 ga, this thing may be made in a non standard gauge,like 15ga. This is supposed to cut down on criminal usage when purloined by a felon from a squad car, dead LEO, etc.
Comments? Or has anyone heard of this?