Not every duck hunter wants a 12 gauge pounding on his shoulder. The SX4 Waterfowl Hunter in 20 gauge has a 3" chamber and a 28" barrel, holds four rounds, and is dressed in Realtree Max-5 camouflage.

Twenty gauge is lighter and kicks less, which helps smaller hunters and anyone who shoots a lot in one morning. With modern steel and non-toxic shot, a 3" twenty can do honest work on ducks at reasonable range. Know your distances and your pattern, because a smaller shot charge asks for closer shots. Take a young or new shooter along and teach safe handling before the first shot.

The SX4 is a gas-operated semi-auto, so recoil is smoother still. Max-5 is a pattern made for timber and bare branches, which suits flooded oaks along North Carolina rivers.

A 28" barrel gives a long sight plane and a steady swing on passing birds. Waterfowl rules require a plug in the magazine, so check the limit for your hunt.

Clean it well after wet mornings.

Listed new. It ships to a North Carolina FFL dealer you choose for the background check and pickup.