The Retay ACE-R 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun in walnut is a 28-inch inertia-driven field gun from Retay (brand part no. RACEWAL-28). It sits on the ACE-R platform, with an anodized aluminum lower receiver, a milled Bohler steel monoblock upper and the AIRY recoil pad that Retay says cuts felt recoil by up to 30 percent. The walnut stock gives it a traditional look for the dove field, the duck blind or a day of clays, while a single fiber optic bead keeps the sight picture simple. A push-button trigger group lifts out for cleaning without tools.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 12 gauge, the most widely supported shotshell size for upland birds, waterfowl and clay targets.
• The chamber is 3 inches, the length Retay lists for this walnut 12 gauge model.
• The barrel is 28 inches and deep-bore drilled with a factory-lengthened forcing cone, which Retay says puts more pellets on target.
• Magazine capacity is 3+1, three shells in the tube plus one in the chamber.
• The stock is walnut, and Retay notes the wood grade may vary from gun to gun.
• The action is Inertia Plus, a rotating-bolt system with a torsion spring that Retay says keeps the bolt from being jarred out of battery.
• The sight is a single fiber optic bead, which stays easy to pick up in low light.
• The recoil pad is Retay’s AIRY design with an internal air pocket, rated by the maker at up to 30 percent less felt recoil.
• The trigger group is push-button removable, so the gun can be cleaned in the field without tools.
• Weight in 12 gauge is listed at 7 pounds 7 ounces, light enough to carry through a full day afield.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the receiver drilled and tapped for a scope? Yes on the 12 gauge. Retay lists the milled Bohler steel upper receiver as drilled and tapped on 12 gauge models, and the 12 gauge ACE-R is Picatinny rail compatible.

Can the trigger group be removed for cleaning? Yes. A push button releases the whole trigger group, and Retay notes that taking it out also keeps the gun from being fired, so it can be stored separately.

What is the length of pull? Retay lists a 14.5-inch length of pull including the shim kit, with adjusting shims included for fit.

Buy the Retay ACE-R 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun, 28-Inch Barrel, Walnut

Retay built the ACE-R to be a lightweight inertia gun that still handles a full day of shooting, and the walnut version pairs that with a classic stock. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and browse more semi-auto shotguns while you are here.