Description
The Tokarev TX3 MA1 Pump 12ga Nickel is a pump-action defensive shotgun from Tokarev USA finished in bright nickel anodizing with a black polymer stock and forend. It is the nickel version of the TX3 Hammer (factory number 21000421).
Tokarev TX3 MA1 Pump 12ga Nickel Overview
The store feed called this a semi-auto, but Lipsey’s lists the TX3 MA1 as a pump action, and the photos show a ribbed pump forend, so that is how we describe it. The gun has an 18.5-inch barrel with a heat shield, a 3-inch chamber and a 5+1 capacity. It measures 38 inches long and weighs about 6.1 pounds. Sights are a fiber optic front and a ghost ring rear on a Picatinny rail mount. A cross-bolt safety, dual action bars, a drilled and tapped receiver and three choke tubes round out the package.
Why Choose Nickel
The nickel anodized finish is the main reason to pick this model over the black TX3 A1. A bright finish shows dirt and fouling quickly, which reminds you to clean the gun, and it resists surface rust better than plain blued steel in a humid garage, boat or barn. Some owners simply like how it looks. The downside is glare: a shiny gun is easier to see, so it is less ideal for hunting.
Running the Pump
Like any pump, the TX3 runs light target loads, heavy buckshot and slugs without adjustment, because you supply the energy to cycle it. Dual action bars keep the forend tracking straight. The most common way a pump fails is a short stroke, so practice racking the forend fully to the rear and fully forward with authority.
Sights and Chokes
The ghost ring and fiber optic front sight help put slugs where you aim. With cylinder, modified and full tubes in the box, you can set the TX3 up for close-range buckshot or tighter patterns at distance. Always pattern your load to see what the spread looks like at the distances you expect.
Caring for the Finish
Wipe the gun down with a lightly oiled cloth after handling, and avoid harsh abrasive cleaners on the nickel. Anodized finishes are tough but can be scratched. Clean the barrel and chamber after shooting low-cost target shells, which leave more residue. Check that the choke tube is tight before each session.
Value and Caveats
The TX3 is priced well below American pumps. In exchange, aftermarket support is limited, so side saddles, slings and spare parts may take some searching. Shoot a few boxes through it to confirm reliable feeding and ejection before you rely on it for protection.
State Laws and Ownership
Pump shotguns with an 18.5-inch barrel are legal in most states. Some jurisdictions limit tube magazine capacity or restrict certain features, and hunting regulations often require a plug. Confirm local rules before ordering.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Tokarev USA (imported from Turkey)
- Model: TX3 Hammer MA1, factory model 21000421
- UPC: 810162050429
- Gauge: 12, 3 in. chamber
- Action: Pump (store title said semi-auto; distributor lists pump)
- Barrel: 18.5 in. with heat shield
- Overall length: 38 in.
- Capacity: 5+1
- Sights: Fiber optic front, ghost ring rear on Picatinny mount
- Chokes: Cylinder, modified and full included
- Receiver: Drilled and tapped
- Finish: Nickel anodized metal, black polymer stock
- Weight: About 6.1 lb.
- Safety: Cross-bolt; dual action bars
Before You Buy
Federal law requires that shotguns be transferred through a licensed dealer to a buyer who is at least 18 years old and passes a background check. Practice full strokes of the forend and pattern your defensive load before relying on the gun.
Who It Is For
The Tokarev TX3 MA1 Pump 12ga Nickel is a great fit for shooters who want a corrosion-resistant, eye-catching pump for the home, boat or barn, and buyers looking for an affordable defensive shotgun with real sights.
Buy the Tokarev TX3 MA1 Pump 12ga Nickel at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Tokarev TX3 MA1 Pump 12ga Nickel online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more shotguns. For factory details, visit Tokarev USA.
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