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#3 on this list
Model 700 Slug
Tar-Hunt
Custom-shop slug rifles built on a bolt action. Expensive, and nothing shoots slugs better.
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870 Fully Rifled Deer
Remington
A rifled cantilever barrel on the most common pump in America. Cheap to build, easy to fix.
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Model 700 Slug | 870 Fully Rifled Deer |
|---|---|---|
| Action | Bolt-Action | — |
| Caliber | 12 Gauge (primarily) | — |
| Barrel Type | Fully Rifled | Fully Rifled, Cantilever Mount |
| Purpose | Dedicated Slug Hunting | — |
| Origin | Custom Shop / USA | United States |
| Action Type | — | Pump-Action |
| Gauge | — | 12 Gauge (most common), 20 Gauge |
| Primary Use | — | Deer Hunting (Slug) |
| Construction | — | Steel receiver, synthetic/wood stock |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Model 700 Slug
- Unmatched accuracy for a slug gun
- Rifle-like precision at 100+ yards
- Exceptional build quality and durability
- Purpose-built for optimal slug ballistics
- Confidence-inspiring for ethical long-range shots
- Very expensive, custom shop pricing
- Heavy and less portable than typical shotguns
- Slower follow-up shots compared to semi-autos
- Recoil can be stout
870 Fully Rifled Deer
- Exceptional reliability in all weather conditions
- Excellent accuracy with quality sabot slugs for its class
- Vast aftermarket support and readily available parts
- Durable all-steel receiver construction for longevity
- Widely recognized and easy to service by any gunsmith
- Substantial recoil with heavy 12-gauge slug loads
- Heavier than many dedicated hunting rifles
- Trigger pull can be inconsistent on some factory models
- Not ideal for long-range shooting beyond 200 yards
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