SKU: 140963
UPC: 713780380162
MPN: 38016
The TriStar 38016 Bristol SxS Full Size 16 Gauge Break Open side-by-side shotgun is a classic English-style upland and game hunting platform built for shooters who value tradition, reliability, and refined aesthetics. This break-open design appeals to hunters and sport shooters seeking a nimble, balanced firearm for upland birds, small game, and clay shooting where the lighter recoil profile of 16 gauge ammunition delivers effective performance without excessive shoulder punishment. The Bristol model represents TriStar's commitment to affordable, genuine double-barrel shotgun craftsmanship—a category increasingly rare in modern inventory.
Built around a color case hardened steel receiver and dual 28-inch blued barrels, the Bristol features a time-proven break-open action that facilitates fast loading, unloading, and cleaning. The 2.75-inch chamber accommodates standard 16-gauge ammunition, while the 2-round capacity (one round per barrel) encourages deliberate shot placement—a hallmark of classic double-gun shooting discipline. The oil-finished Turkish walnut stock exhibits traditional English styling with proper drop and cast, promoting natural gun mounting and cheek weld. The full-size frame and 9.5-pound weight distribution provide stable handling and reduced felt recoil, key advantages for extended hunting days or competition rounds where shooter fatigue directly impacts accuracy.
Right-hand shooters will find the Bristol an intuitive carry and mount for upland hunting over pointing dogs, walk-up flushing, or trap and skeet environments where quick target transitions demand a responsive, lightweight platform. The side-by-side configuration and English stock geometry suit hunters with shorter arms or those preferring the traditional field gun aesthetic over modern over-under designs. This shotgun pairs ideally with 16-gauge ammunition loaded between 7/8 and 1 ounce of shot, delivering effective patterns for game birds at 25–40 yard ranges typical of upland work. Proper maintenance of the walnut stock—occasional oil conditioning and protection from moisture—ensures decades of reliable service and collector appeal.
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