Smith & Wesson Model 3000
| Smith & Wesson Model 3000 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Pump-action shotgun |
| Place of origin | Japan |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Howa Machinery |
| Produced | 1979–1986 |
| Specifications | |
| Cartridge | 12 and 20 gauge |
| Barrels | 28 or 30 in (71 or 76 cm) (12 ga.) 26 or 28 in (66 or 71 cm) (20 ga.) 18 or 20 in (46 or 51 cm) (slug gun) |
| Action | Pump action |
| Feed system | Tube magazine (4-round) |
| Sights | Bead; optional open sights on slug gun |
| References | [1] |
The Smith & Wesson Model 3000 is a pump-action shotgun offered by Smith & Wesson during the 1970s and 1980s. The shotguns were manufactured in Japan by Howa Machinery.[2]
History
[edit]The Model 3000 was available in 12 and 20 gauge, chambering 2+3⁄4 or 3 in (7.0 or 7.6 cm) shotshells.[1] A "slug gun" variant chambered for 2+3⁄4-inch shells with a magazine extension and a shorter barrel was offered in 12 gauge only, with optional open sights.[1]
Sportsman and tactical versions were produced; the tactical versions were used by some American police departments. Like the semi-automatic Model 1000 that was offered during the same era, the Model 3000 was sold for a short time by Mossberg after it was discontinued by Smith & Wesson.[3]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Smith & Wesson Model 3000 Pump Shotguns". Smith & Wesson. 1982. Retrieved June 28, 2020 – via GGArchives.com.
- ^ Ayoob, Massad (July 1, 2007). "New and improved, old and proven: our handgun editor applauds Smith & Wesson's latest update for 2007". Guns Magazine. Retrieved June 19, 2020 – via thefreelibrary.com.
- ^ "(advertisement)". Selma Times-Journal. Selma, Alabama: Walter Craig, Inc. October 16, 1988. p. C7. Retrieved June 28, 2020 – via newspapers.com.
External links
[edit]- S&W 3000 Pump Shotgun in 12 gauge via YouTube
- S&W model 3000 with Speedfeed stock via YouTube
- S&W 3000 Shotgun Review (tactical version) via YouTube
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