Standard Manufacturing’s SKO Shorty proudly made in the USA offers superior firepower due to its fast semi-auto action and quick interchange magazines. It possesses the most reliable gas operated system available with smooth and flawless operation across a variety of loads. And even has bolt hold open after last round. – Machined from 7075 aircraft grade aluminum with the latest technology in CNC machining then Mil-Spec hard anodized the SKO Shorty is both lightweight and durable. Internal components are salt bath nitride coated for optimum lubricity. – Notable features include an ambidextrous safety familiar AR-style controls for an easy transition to this platform and a threaded muzzle to accept a variety of choke tubes door breachers and accessories. The length is over 28 3/4 and has an 18 5/8 barrel made from 4140 steel that accepts both 2 ¾ and 3 shot shells; which can be loaded in the included 5 round magazine. – Specs: – Caliber: 12 Gauge – Overall Length: 28 ¾ – Weight (w/out mag): 7.14 lbs. – Barrel: 18 7/8 chambered for 2 ¾ and 3 shells – Chokes: Tru-Choke thread pattern – Capacity: 5 round magazine – Action: Gas operated semi-automatic – Material: Receivers machined from aircraft grade 7075 aluminum; Mil-Spec hard anodized – Controls: Ambidextrous Safety AR-style mag and bolt release – Grip: Polymer; accepts most AR-style grips – Forend: Composite material with slots for MOE and bolt on rails; INCLUDES forward vertical grip