Description
The EAA Girsan MC312 Gobbler 12 Gauge is a ready-to-hunt turkey shotgun: a semi-automatic with a short 24-inch barrel, bronze Cerakote metalwork, a tree-pattern camo synthetic straight stock and a red dot optic already mounted on the receiver rail.
EAA Girsan MC312 Gobbler 12 Gauge Overview
Girsan builds the MC312 family in Turkey and EAA imports it. The Gobbler variant uses an inertia-driven action, which cycles from recoil energy rather than gas, so the action stays cleaner and there is no gas system to scrub after a wet morning in the woods. Capacity is 5+1, overall length is about 46 inches, length of pull is 14.25 inches and weight is roughly 6.75 pounds. A high-visibility front sight backs up the included red dot, and the gun ships with interchangeable choke tubes.
Made for Close Woods
A 24-inch barrel swings quickly in brush and ground blinds, and the compact length is easier to manage when you sit against a tree waiting for a bird to commit. The bronze Cerakote finish and camo stock cut down on glare and resist moisture, an advantage during wet spring hunts.
Red Dot Out of the Box
Turkey hunting rewards precise aim, because a tight pattern of small shot must land on the head and neck. The included red dot lets you keep both eyes open and place that pattern where you want it. Pattern the gun at 20, 30 and 40 yards with your chosen load and choke before turkey season, and adjust the dot to match where the densest part of the pattern hits.
Chamber Length Note
Most distributor listings, including the store title, show a 3.5-inch chamber for this model, while one major distributor lists 3 inches. Read the marking on the barrel before you fire any 3.5-inch shell, and if it says 3 inches, stick to 2.75 and 3-inch loads. Inertia guns may also need a few boxes of break-in before light target loads cycle reliably.
Recoil and Handling
At under 7 pounds with heavy turkey loads, this shotgun kicks. A quality recoil pad and good shooting posture help, and inertia actions transmit more recoil than gas guns. The upside is a lighter gun that is easy to carry on long walks between setups.
Honest Trade-Offs
The MC312 costs a fraction of premium Italian semi-autos, and the trade-off shows in finish details and resale value. Aftermarket choke tubes and stock accessories are fewer than for major American brands. For hunters who want an affordable, optic-equipped turkey gun, though, the value is hard to beat.
State Laws and Ownership
Shotgun purchases are legal in all 50 states with a background check, but hunting rules vary: some states cap magazine capacity for game birds, regulate shot size and restrict optics or electronic devices for certain seasons. Pennsylvania requires a plug for some migratory birds but not for spring turkey. Review your state game commission rules before you hunt.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Girsan (imported by EAA Corp)
- Model: MC312 Gobbler, MFG #390155
- Gauge: 12
- Action: Inertia semi-automatic
- Barrel: 24 in.
- Chamber: 3.5 in. per most listings (Lipsey’s lists 3 in.; verify barrel marking)
- Capacity: 5+1
- Overall length: 46 in.
- Length of pull: 14.25 in.
- Weight: 6.75 lbs
- Finish: Bronze Cerakote metal, camo synthetic straight stock
- Sights: High-visibility front plus included red dot
- Chokes: Interchangeable
- UPC: 741566903793
Before You Buy
Federal law requires long gun buyers to be at least 18 years old to purchase from a licensed dealer, and the shotgun ships to your local FFL for transfer and background check. Check your hunting license and season dates as well.
Who It Is For
The EAA Girsan MC312 Gobbler 12 Gauge is a great fit for turkey hunters on a budget, hunters who want an optic-equipped shotgun out of the box, and anyone looking for a short, light semi-auto for close-cover hunting.
Buy the EAA Girsan MC312 Gobbler 12 Gauge at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the EAA Girsan MC312 Gobbler 12 Gauge online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more shotguns. For factory details, visit EAA Corp.
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