The Iver Johnson IJ500 20 Gauge 26-Inch is a lighter-recoiling semi-auto shotgun with a walnut stock (Iver Johnson part no. IJ5002026). Its 26-inch smooth-bore barrel has a vent rib and a brass bead, and the black finish covers both barrel and receiver. The magazine tube holds five shells for a six-shell total with one in the chamber. Checkered walnut on the stock and forend gives a firm hold in the field. It suits upland hunting, clays and youth or smaller-framed shooters.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 20, a softer-recoiling option that is easy to carry.
• Barrel length is 26 inches on a smooth-bore, vent rib barrel, handy in cover.
• The chamber takes both 2-3/4 inch and 3 inch shells, so you can pick light or heavy loads.
• Capacity is 5 in the magazine tube plus one in the chamber, six shells in all.
• The stock and forend are checkered walnut, which gives good grip.
• The receiver and barrel have a black chrome finish, a dark look that suits the field.
• Sights are a front brass bead, a plain and fast sight picture.
• The action is semi-automatic, so each shot cycles the next shell.
• Chokes are internally threaded, which lets you change the constriction for the load and the target.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shells does the 20 gauge IJ500 hold? The magazine tube holds five shells, giving a six-shell total with one in the chamber.

Can I use 2-3/4 inch shells? Yes. The chamber is made for both 2-3/4 inch and 3 inch shells.

Does it use interchangeable chokes? Yes. It uses internally threaded choke tubes.

Buy the Iver Johnson IJ500 20 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun, 26-Inch Vent Rib Barrel, 3-Inch Chamber, Walnut Stock

This 26-inch IJ500 is the shorter-barrel 20 gauge of the pair, a good fit for tight cover and long walks. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL. Browse more semi-auto shotguns to compare barrel lengths.