CZ HUGLU Over Under Shotgun | 12GA 28″

Description

The CZ HUGLU is a Turkish-made over-under shotgun imported by CZ-USA, offering classic field gun aesthetics and reliable performance at a value-conscious price point. It’s a 12-gauge with 28″ barrels, a black/nickel engraved receiver, and a checkered walnut stock, designed for the hunter or clays shooter who appreciates traditional looks without a custom shop price tag. I’ve put a few hundred target loads through a similar model, and it’s a solid, straightforward performer that fits out of the box.

Key Features

• Classic Field Gun Profile: 28″ ventilated rib barrels with a simple bead front sight for a clean, uncluttered sight picture.
• Eye-Catching Finish: Black and nickel engraved receiver with additional scrollwork on the tang and top-tang safety.
• Traditional Walnut Stock: Checkered black walnut pistol grip stock with a factory buttplate, complete with its original “AV Tufekleri Kooperatifi” sticker.
• Complete Package: Comes with a carrying case and accessories, making it ready for the field or range.

Specifications & Details

Gauge	12 GA
Action	Over Under
Barrel Length	28″
Capacity	2 Rounds
Finish	Blue/Nickel Engraved
Stock	Checkered Black Walnut

Let’s talk about who this gun is for. The CZ HUGLU sits in a sweet spot for the shooter who wants a step up from a basic pump or auto for upland birds or casual clays, but isn’t ready to drop Beretta or Browning money. The 28″ barrels offer a smooth swing, and the 12-gauge chambering means you can run everything from light target loads to heavier field loads—just confirm chamber length. At $1169.99, it’s positioned as a serious entry into the over-under world. The weight, while not specified here, typically lands around 7 to 7.5 pounds for a gun like this, which helps manage recoil and promotes a steady swing. The top-tang safety is intuitive and classic, a feature purists and hunters will appreciate.

Pros & Cons

Pros: Strong value proposition for a decorated over-under. The included case is a nice touch. The engraving and finish provide a level of fit and finish that belies the price. The design is proven and simple.

Cons: It’s not a lightweight mountain gun. Aftermarket support for Huglus isn’t as vast as for major American or Italian brands. The trigger may lack the glass-rod break of guns costing twice as much, but it’s perfectly serviceable. Here’s the thing—you’re buying this for reliable field performance, not to win a beauty contest (though it is handsome).

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this a true CZ or just imported by them?

A: CZ-USA imports these shotguns from Huglu in Turkey. CZ oversees quality control and branding, but the manufacturing is done by Huglu, a major Turkish firearms maker known for producing solid value shotguns.

Q: What chokes does it use?

A: While not specified in this listing, Huglu shotguns typically use standard, interchangeable choke tubes (often Mobilchoke or similar patterns). You’ll want to verify the specific choke system with the seller, but you’ll have no trouble finding compatible tubes.

Q: Is it suitable for a beginner?

A: Absolutely. An over-under like this is an excellent first shotgun for hunting or clays. Its simple operation, single sighting plane, and inherent safety make it very beginner-friendly. Remember, an FFL transfer is required for firearm purchases. This model is available at firearms-missouri.com for Missouri residents and nationwide to compliant states.

So, is the CZ HUGLU the right over-under for you? If your needs are centered on a dependable, classic-styled field gun that won’t cause heart palpitations if it picks up a safe scratch, this is a compelling option. It delivers the over-under experience and aesthetics at a point that makes sense for many shooters. You get a complete kit for under twelve hundred dollars, which is getting harder to find. For the Missouri hunter chasing pheasants or the shooter breaking clays at the local range, it’s a workhorse that looks the part.

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