Description
You’re in a flooded timber stand, the pre-dawn chill cutting through your layers. A pair of mallards cup their wings, committing to the decoys. You mount, swing, and the shot breaks the silence. That moment—where instinct, skill, and tool become one—is where the CZ MALLARD 104 A 12-28 SILVER is built to live. It’s a purpose-driven, over-under shotgun designed for the waterfowler and upland hunter who demands reliability without excess. This isn’t a safe queen; it’s a field-grade workhorse engineered for the marshes, fields, and blinds where Missouri seasons are made.
The CZ MALLARD 104 A 12-28 SILVER is a 12-gauge over-under shotgun with 28″ barrels, chrome-lined bores, and a silver nitride finish. It’s built for serious hunters who need a durable, reliable, and fast-handling shotgun that performs in wet, rough conditions without costing a fortune. It ships to Missouri and compliant US states.
Built for the Environment, Not the Showroom
When it comes to waterfowl, your gear gets punished. Mud, moisture, and temperature swings kill fancy finishes. The Mallard 104’s silver nitride treatment isn’t just for looks—it’s a hard, corrosion-resistant shield. It laughs off marsh muck and morning dew where blued steel would start to show wear. The chrome-lined barrels add another layer of defense against corrosive salts and ensure easy cleaning after a long day. The 28″ barrel length, with a weight around 7.5 pounds, gives you a smooth swing for pass-shooting geese and a manageable carry for a full day chasing pheasants. It’s a balanced tool that doesn’t fight you when you’re tired.
Handling You Can Trust
Here’s the thing—a shotgun that doesn’t point naturally is a liability. The CZ Mallard’s walnut stock is cut for a quick, consistent mount. The checkering provides a positive grip when your hands are wet or gloved. The single selective trigger and automatic ejectors are drop-in ready, requiring no gunsmithing to deliver crisp, reliable function. You won’t be fumbling for a second trigger or prying out spent hulls with cold fingers. The manual safety is where your thumb expects it, a simple, positive click you can operate by feel alone. This is a system designed to get out of your way and let you focus on the shot.
| Gauge | 12 |
| Barrel Length | 28 inches |
| Chamber | 3″ |
| Chokes | Includes 5 (IC, M, IM, F, Cylinder) |
| Finish | Silver Nitride |
| Trigger | Single Selective |
Pros & Cons: The Straight Talk
Pros: Exceptional corrosion resistance for waterfowling. Reliable, simple mechanical operation with auto ejectors. Comes with a full set of choke tubes for versatility from skeet to turkey. The $564.37 price point offers serious value in the over-under market. Hand-filling walnut stock provides classic, secure handling.
Cons: As a field-grade gun, it lacks the ornate engraving or high-gloss finish of more expensive models. The silver finish, while tough, is a distinct aesthetic choice. Weight distribution may feel different compared to longer-established brands for some shooters.
Who This Is For
This shotgun is for the hunter who views their firearm as a essential tool, not jewelry. It’s for the Missouri waterfowler standing in a layout blind, the upland hunter working a hedgerow for quail, or the shooter who wants a dependable, no-fuss over-under for clays without a custom-shop price tag. It’s for those who value performance over polish and need a gun that will work, season after season, with basic maintenance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What chokes does it come with and are they compatible with other brands?
A: It includes five choke tubes (Improved Cylinder, Modified, Improved Modified, Full, and Cylinder). They use a standard internal thread pattern common to many aftermarket brands, so finding specialized tubes for steel shot or extended patterns is straightforward.
Q: Is the silver finish durable?
A: Yes. The silver nitride finish is significantly more resistant to rust and corrosion than traditional bluing. It’s a practical choice for wet environments, though it will show handling marks and wear over time—signs of a gun that’s actually being used.
Q: Can it handle 3.5″ magnum shells?
A: No. The chambers are 3″, so it will safely fire all standard 2 3/4″ and 3″ 12-gauge shells. This covers the vast majority of waterfowl and upland loads, including modern high-velocity steel shot.
If you need a rugged, reliable over-under that’s ready for the field right now, the CZ Mallard 104 is available at firearms-missouri.com for Missouri residents and nationwide.
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