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#6 on this list
Bobwhite G2 Side-by-Side
CZ-USA
Double triggers and a straight English stock — instant choke selection and traditional handling.
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#7 on this list
SX4 Field
Winchester
The workhorse gas auto: reliable, light for the class, and priced for a hunter who beats on guns.
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Bobwhite G2 Side-by-Side | SX4 Field |
|---|---|---|
| Action | Side-by-Side Break Action | Gas-operated Semi-auto |
| Gauge Options | 12, 20, 28 | — |
| Stock | Straight English, Walnut | Synthetic |
| Trigger | Dual Triggers | — |
| Ejection | Extractors | — |
| Chokes | 5 Extended Black Chrome | — |
| Gauge | — | 12 Gauge (common) |
| Chamber | — | 3" or 3.5" |
| Receiver | — | Aluminum Alloy |
| Sight | — | Fiber Optic Front |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Bobwhite G2 Side-by-Side
- Authentic classic upland shotgun feel and handling
- Instant choke selection with dual triggers
- Durable black chrome finish and chrome-lined bores
- Excellent value for a field-ready side-by-side
- Lightweight and balanced for long carries
- Dual triggers require practice for some shooters
- Extractors are slower than ejectors for reloading
- Straight stock might not suit all shooting styles
- Limited recoil absorption compared to pistol grip stocks
SX4 Field
- Reliable gas system handles diverse ammunition
- Light for a semi-auto, easy to carry all day
- Synthetic stock shrugs off harsh weather and impacts
- Effective recoil reduction for comfortable shooting
- Excellent value for its performance and durability
- Utilitarian aesthetics lack classic appeal
- Trigger pull is good but not match-grade
- Fore-end can feel bulky to some shooters
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