Description
The SDS Tokarev TX3 Hammer 12 Gauge Pump is a no-nonsense 12 gauge pump action shotgun built for home defense, truck and ranch duty. Imported by SDS and built by Tokarev, model 21000412 pairs an 18.5 inch cylinder bore barrel and 3 inch chamber with a black anodized receiver and a black polymer stock, all in a handy 38 inch package that weighs about 6 pounds 2 ounces.
SDS Tokarev TX3 Hammer 12 Gauge Pump Overview
A pump shotgun is one of the most reliable and versatile defensive tools you can own, and the TX3 Hammer delivers that at a very approachable price. 5 inch barrel has a fixed cylinder bore choke that produces wide, consistent patterns with buckshot and accepts slugs for longer shots. The 3 inch chamber handles everything from light 2 3/4 inch target loads to magnum buckshot. The aluminum receiver wears a black anodized finish and is drilled and tapped, so you can mount a red dot or a rail for faster target acquisition.
A black front sight sits at the muzzle for quick pointing, and the black polymer stock and ribbed forend shrug off weather, bumps and scratches. Capacity is 5 rounds, and the short overall length of 38 inches makes the TX3 easy to move with inside a home or stow behind a truck seat.
Why a Pump Shotgun for Home Defense
Pump shotguns cycle any load you feed them, from low recoil buckshot to full power slugs, and the manual action is simple to learn and easy to diagnose. At indoor distances a load of 00 buckshot from an 18.5 inch cylinder bore barrel delivers a tight, effective pattern. Practice racking the action firmly and keep the gun stored safely with the chamber empty until it is needed.
Built Tough by Tokarev
Tokarev shotguns are built in Turkey and imported by SDS, and the TX3 line is known for its durable construction and value. The anodized receiver resists corrosion, the steel barrel stands up to heavy loads and the synthetic furniture does not swell or crack. It is a shotgun you can leave in a closet, a barn or a work truck and count on.
Upgrade Options
The drilled and tapped receiver makes it easy to add an optic, and a sling and a side saddle shell carrier turn the TX3 into a complete home defense setup. Tokarev also offers accessories such as magazine extensions and heat shields for TX3 models.
Choosing Shells
Pattern your shotgun with several loads at the distances you expect to shoot, since every barrel and choke combination behaves differently. Use the right shot size for your game or target and follow local rules on nontoxic shot where required.
Fit and Mounting
A shotgun that fits lets you look straight down the rib with your cheek firmly on the stock. Practice smooth gun mounts at home with an unloaded gun to build consistency in the field and on the clay range.
Care and Maintenance
Clean the bore, chokes and action after each outing, especially after rain or salt water. A light coat of oil on metal parts and a clean action keep the shotgun running reliably for years.
Choke Selection
Tighter chokes such as modified and full extend effective range for waterfowl and turkey, while improved cylinder and skeet chokes open patterns for close birds and clay targets. Always use chokes rated for the shot you are shooting, especially steel.
Recommended Accessories
Eye and ear protection, a cleaning kit, extra choke tubes and a padded case are smart additions. Hunters may want a sling, while clay shooters often add a shell pouch and recoil reducing pad.
Ordering From MAG5
Choose your local FFL dealer at checkout and we ship directly to them. Once the firearm arrives, your dealer runs the background check and completes the transfer paperwork. Most dealers charge a modest transfer fee, so ask about it before you order.
State Laws
Firearm, magazine and transfer laws vary by state. Check your local laws and confirm your receiving dealer can complete the transfer.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Tokarev USA (imported by SDS)
- Model: TX3 Hammer
- Part Number: 21000412
- UPC: 723551446102
- Gauge: 12
- Chamber: 3 in
- Action: Pump
- Barrel Length: 18.5 in
- Choke: Fixed cylinder bore
- Capacity: 5
- Sights: Black front sight
- Receiver: Black anodized, drilled and tapped
- Stock: Black polymer
- Overall Length: 38 in
- Weight: 6 lbs 2 oz
- Note: distributors sold this model to dealers in a 4 unit case pack; you are buying a single shotgun
Before You Buy
Federal law requires this shotgun to ship to a licensed FFL dealer, where you will complete the background check and transfer. You must be 18 or older to purchase. Verify local laws before ordering.
Who It Is For
The SDS Tokarev TX3 Hammer 12 Gauge Pump is a great fit for homeowners, first time buyers, ranchers and truck owners who want a tough, affordable 12 gauge pump for defense and utility work.
Buy the SDS Tokarev TX3 Hammer 12 Gauge Pump at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the SDS Tokarev TX3 Hammer 12 Gauge Pump online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more shotguns. For factory details, visit SDS Imports.
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