Description
The Iver Johnson 800 12 Ga is a shotgun chambered in 12 Gauge with a 3-inch barrel.
Iver Johnson 800 12 Ga Overview
Iver Johnson Arms is one of the oldest names in American firearms, dating to 1871, and today it offers affordable 1911 pistols and a line of imported shotguns built for hunters and home defenders on a budget. The 800 is a side-by-side shotgun with classic lines and double barrels. Fit matters more with a shotgun than with almost any other firearm, because you point it rather than aim it.
Check that the stock length lets you mount the gun smoothly with your eye centered over the rib, and pattern the gun with the chokes and loads you plan to use. A few trips to the trap or sporting clays field before the season will sharpen your swing and help you learn how the gun handles.
Design and Features
It has a single or double trigger depending on version, extractors, interchangeable chokes and a walnut stock. Shells and chokes make a big difference in performance. Match the load to the game, from light target loads for clays to heavier shot for waterfowl and turkey, and pattern the gun at the distances you expect to shoot. Keeping the action and choke threads clean and lightly oiled will keep the gun running reliably for many seasons.
Handling in the Field
The side-by-side is a timeless choice for upland hunting and cowboy action.
Action and Trigger
The trigger is smooth, and the safety is easy to reach without shifting your grip.
Sights and Optics
Mount the optic of your choice with quality rings or a mount, and zero it with the load you plan to use.
The 12 Gauge Cartridge
The 12 Gauge offers a good balance of power, accuracy, and recoil for its intended use.
Setup and Accessories
Set your shotgun up for its job: hunters will want a sling and a few choke tubes, clay shooters may add a recoil pad, and a home-defense setup benefits from a weapon light. Pattern every load and choke combination you plan to use.
Ownership Tips
Read the owner’s manual fully before your first range trip, and keep the manual, box, and receipt with your records for warranty service and resale. Unload the shotgun and confirm it is empty before cleaning. Field-strip it according to the owner’s manual, scrub the bore with a brush and patches, and wipe carbon from the action and choke threads. Apply a light coat of quality gun oil to the contact points, and wipe the exterior with a lightly oiled cloth before storage.
Product Notes
Specifications are based on the distributor listing for this model and Iver Johnson’s published information for the 800 line. Contact us if you need to confirm a detail before ordering.
State Laws
Magazine capacity limits, feature restrictions, and transfer rules vary by state and locality. Check your local laws before ordering, and ask your receiving dealer if you are unsure whether this configuration is legal where you live.
Specifications
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Barrel length: 3 inches
- Type: Side by Side Shotgun
- UPC: 610406807617
Before You Buy
Federal law requires firearms bought online to ship to a licensed dealer, and buyers must be 18 or older to buy a shotgun from a dealer. We ship to the FFL dealer of your choice, and your dealer handles the background check and transfer.
Who It Is For
The Iver Johnson 800 12 Ga is a great fit for hunters, clay shooters, and anyone who wants a versatile shotgun from Iver Johnson.
Buy the Iver Johnson 800 12 Ga at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Iver Johnson 800 12 Ga online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more shotguns. For factory details, visit Iver Johnson.
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