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About This Quiz
History tells us that the term shotgun was first used in the late 1700s. The first double barrel shotgun was invented in 1875 and primarily used for hunting.
Today, the shotgun has become a crucial part of many people's lives and it is most used by police and security forces around the world, but also by hunters, particularly those hunting wild birds. It's also the weapon of choice for trap and skeet, two shooting sports that even have versions in Olympic competition.
You would agree that its bulkiness doesn't allow for it to be carried and concealed the way a smaller gun could, but it comes into its own in the great outdoors. And so, it has remained a popular weapon since its invention.
Shotguns are also sold as a self-defense weapon, particularly as they come into their own in confined spaces because of their ability to spray shot in a wide area.
Here, as technology has progressed, shotguns have changed in appearance as well. Today, you can find shotguns that look like automatic rifles, those that are small and can be operated in one hand and, of course, the more traditional look which is still extremely popular.
But would you be able to name a shotgun from just a single image? Only one in 29 people can. Let's see how you fare.
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Benelli Black Eagle
This autoloading shotgun was introduced in 1991 by Benelli, a little-known gun producer at the time. It has quickly become a favorite shotgun of many gun enthusiasts.
Uzi
Springfield 1902
M-1 Garand
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Benelli Black Eagle
Remington 1100
This autoloading shotgun was introduced by the gunsmiths at Remington in 1963. Its reliability made it extremely popular then and still today.
Uzi
Lee Enfield
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Benelli Black Eagle
Remington 1100
Mossberg 500
The Mossberg 500 is one of the most popular shotguns in the United States. First introduced in 1961, it has an effective firing range of 40 meters.
Uzi
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Benelli Black Eagle
Remington 1100
Mossberg 500
Winchester Model 12
The Winchester Model 12 was an instant classic when introduced in 1912. It remained in production right up until 1964.
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Winchester Model 12
Benelli Black Eagle
Browning Auto-5
The first semi-automatic shotgun to be mass produced, the Auto 5 was designed by John Browning himself. It was introduced in 1898 and remained in production for 100 years! Browning thought it was his best ever design.
M-1 Garand
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Browning Auto-5
Winchester Model 12
Armsel Striker
Also known as the Protect Bulldog, this South African shotgun was specifically designed for riot control during the Apartheid years. The first models included a revolving ammunition cylinder, but as this proved difficult to reload, it was later redesigned.
Benelli Black Eagle
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Atchisson Assault Shotgun
This assault shotgun, first introduced in 1972, certainly does not look like a traditional shotgun. Fully automatic, the Atchisson offers less recoil than normal shotguns. It can fire 300 rounds a minute, but can't hold nearly that many shells.
Browning Auto-5
Armsel Striker
Mossberg 500
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Beretta 682
Produced in Italy, the 682 is primarily used in competition shooting. It was introduced in 1984 and is still manufactured today. The 682 offers five barrel lengths - 26, 28, 30, 32 or 34 inches.
Atchisson Assault Shotgun
Uzi
Lee Enfield
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Mossberg 500
Beretta 682
Winchester Model 1887
A lever-action shotgun, the Model 1887 was designed by John Browning, a legendary American gunsmith. It was available with a 30-inch barrel while a shorter version (18-inch barrel) called the 'Mare's leg' was also popular as it was easier to conceal.
Winchester Model 12
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Vepr-12
This Russian-designed shotgun comes with a detachable magazine and looks more like an automatic rifle than a shotgun. It has an effective firing range of 100 meters.
Winchester Model 1887
Remington 1100
Mossberg 500
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Browning Auto-5
Winchester Model 12
Vepr-12
Sjögren shotgun
This 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun was manufactured in Sweden. Around 5000 were made during 1908 and 1909. These weapons saw action in both the first and second World War.
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Saiga-12
This 12-gauge shotgun is produced in Russia and looks similar to an assault rifle. In fact, it is fed from a box magazine. The Saiga-12 is gas operated.
Sjögren shotgun
Beretta 682
Winchester Model 1897
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Ruger Gold Label
Produced between 2002 and 2006 in the United States, the Ruger Gold Label is a double-barrel shotgun in a side-by-side configuration which features a 28-inch long barrel with a break action. The Gold Label has won various awards including one from the National Rifle Association.
Saiga-12
Armsel Striker
Benelli Nova
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
RMB-93
The RMB-93 is a single-barrel pump action shotgun produced in Russia from 1993 to 2007. It features a foldable stock, making it useful in close combat situations. In fact, it was designed specifically for police work as well as special forces operations. The RMB-93 has a rate of fire of around 12 rounds per minute.
Saiga-12
Ruger Gold Label
Beretta Silver Pigeon
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
RGA - 86
Remington Model 10
This 10-gauge gas-operated semi-automatic shotgun was first manufactured in the United States in 1989. Barrel length varies between 23 to 30 inches depending on the exact model of the Remington Model 10 you buy.
Ruger Gold Label
Saiga-12
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Lee Enfield
Remington Model 10
MAUL
As scary as it sounds, MAUL is a semi-automatic shotgun produced in Australia. Interestingly, it can be used alone or as an underslung weapon attached to a combat rifle (including an M-16).
Sjögren shotgun
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Sjögren shotgun
MAUL
Armsel Striker
Remington Model 1100
The Model 1100 from Remington comes in a variety of gauges including 12, 16, 20 and 28. The 12 gauge holds up to eight rounds. This is an extremely popular shotgun in the United States.
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Benelli Nova
Mossberg 590
Introduced in 1960, the Mossberg 590 comes with a 20-inch barrel. It is popular in the military and law enforcement.
Remington Model 1100
Atchisson Assault Shotgun
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
SRM Arms Model 1216
The SRM Arms Model 1216 is a semi-automatic shotgun that comes with a detachable 16-round magazine which also allows a variety of rounds to be loaded and selected. This is achieved by turning the magazine to select the desired round.
Mossberg 590
MAUL
RGA - 86
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
SRM Arms Model 1216
MAG - 7
The MAG - 7 is an interesting-looking pump-action shotgun designed in South Africa in the mid-'90s. It has a 5-cartridge magazine and an effective firing range of 40 meters.
Mossberg 590
Remington Model 10
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
MAG - 7
Browning Auto-5
Armsel Striker
M26 Modular Accessory Shotgun System
More of a system than a standalone shotgun, the M26 can be added to existing weapons including the M16 and M4. If need be, it can be used as a standalone weapon.
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
SRM Arms Model 1216
KS-23
Although the Russian military has designated the KS-23 a carbine, it is indeed a shotgun. They have done this because the KS-23 uses a rifle barrel which fires a 23mm round. A range of ammunition options are also available including rubber bullets, buckshot, solid steel rounds, flash bang rounds and teargas.
M26 Modular Accessory Shotgun System
MAUL
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Ithaca Mag-10
Produced between 1975 and 1989, this 10-gauge shotgun is semi-automatic. It has a 32-inch barrel and a two-cartridge magazine tube.
KS-23
Uzi
Lee Enfield
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Benelli Nova
MAG - 7
Ithaca Mag-10
High Standard Model 10
Featuring a bullpup design, this semi-automatic shotgun was produced in the United States from 1967 to 1977. It has an effective firing range of 40m.
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Franchi SPAS-15
This combat shotgun was produced in Italy and was introduced in 1985. It is semi-automatic and has an effective range of 40 meters. Its design makes it look more like a combat rifle.
High Standard Model 10
Beretta Silver Pigeon
Atchisson Assault Shotgun
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
RMB-93
Franchi SPAS-15
Heckler & Koch HK CAWS
The CAWS features a bullpup design and was produced in West Germany. With its full auto firing mode, it can fire at around 300 rounds per minute at an effective range of 150 meters.
RGA - 86
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Heckler & Koch HK CAWS
FN TPS
A shotgun of Belgian origin, the TPS is similar to the Winchester Model 1300 and is specifically aimed for use with law enforcement branches. This is a pump-action shotgun.
Stevens Model 520
Toz-106
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Uzi
Maul
FN TPS
Cynergy Shotgun
A product of Browning but manufactured in Japan, the Cynergy has an over/under barrel configuration.
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
High Standard Model 10
Cynergy Shotgun
Heckler & Koch HK CAWS
ENARM Pentagun
Something completely different in terms of shotgun design, the Pentagun is semi-automatic and takes the form of a revolver. This 12-gauge shotgun holds six shells.
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
ENARM Pentagun
Ithaca Mag-10
Fabarm SDASS Tactical
Designed for use in security or police services, the SDASS is a product of Italy and was introduced in 2005. This 12-gauge pump action shotgun has an effective range of 40 meters.
M26 Modular Accessory Shotgun System
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Browning Superposed
Introduced in 1931 and manufactured into the 1960s, the Superposed was one of the very first shotguns to have the over/under configuration. This was the last gun designed by the legendary gunsmith, John Browning.
Armsel Striker
Fabarm SDASS Tactical
Stoeger Coach Gun
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Remington Model 10
Browning Superposed
Ruger Gold Label
Benelli Vinci
This semi automatic shotgun is designed in Italy. Named after Leonardo da Vinci, it has a 3-part modular design.
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Franchi SPAS-15
Benelli Vinci
Akdal MKA 1919
While it resembles an M-16 assault rifle, the MKA 1919, produced in Turkey, is a semi-automatic shotgun. It has an effective range of 50 meters.
MAUL
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Browning Citori
Featuring a stacked double barrel, the Citori is popular in sport shooting. It offers a range of gauges as well as barrel lengths.
Akdal MKA 1919
Uzi
Lee Enfield
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Benelli Raffaello
Another Italian design, the Rafaello is a semi-automatic shotgun capable of firing a range of rounds.
Browning Citori
Cynergy Shotgun
ENARM Pentagun
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Benelli Raffaello
Bandayevsky RB-12
This pump-action shotgun, introduced in Russia in the mid-1990s, features a stock that can fold, making the weapon easier to conceal. It has a 6-shot magazine.
Heckler & Koch HK CAWS
Uzi
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Bandayevsky RB-12
Mossberg 590
Baikal MP-153
First produced in 2001, this popular Russian shotgun sold 500,000 units in just 10 years. The MP-153 is semi automatic.
MAG-7
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Baikal MP-153
Benelli Raffaello
Browning Citori
Cooey 84
Produced in Canada in the late 1940s, the Cooey 84 was extremely popular with close to 2 million manufactured. They are considered collector's items today.
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Remington 870
The best selling shotgun in history, the Remington 870 was first manufactured in 1951. Over 10 million units have been sold.
Benelli Black Eagle
Winchester Model 1887
Beretta 682
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Winchester Model 1897
This pump-action shotgun was first manufactured in 1897. It proved to be a massive success and formed the template for many future pump-action shotguns. At one stage, it was the most popular shotgun in the United States.
Remington 870
Benelli Black Eagle
Beretta 682
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Atchisson Assault Shotgun
Browning Auto-5
Winchester Model 1897
Benelli Nova
Produced in Italy, the Nova is a pump-action shotgun often used in hunting and thus can come with a camouflage finish. It weighs around 8 pounds fully loaded.
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Remington 1100
Benelli Nova
Winchester Model 12
Beretta Silver Pigeon
Made in the "over-under" style, where one barrel sits on top of another, not alongside, the Silver Pigeon offers four barrel lengths. It is still in production and has been since 1950.
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Beretta 682
Beretta Silver Pigeon
Browning Double Automatic Shotgun
The Browning Double Automatic Shotgun is a 12-gauge automatic loading shotgun produced between 1955 and 1971. Close to 70,000 were made.
Atchisson Assault Shotgun
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Browning Double Automatic Shotgun
Daewoo Precision Industries USAS-12
Manufactured in South Korea, in its civilian guise, the Daewoo Precision Industries USAS-12 is semi-automatic. Military versions are fully automatic, however. Looking more like an assault rifle, it has a rate of fire of 500 rounds per minute.
Vepr-12
Winchester Model 1887
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Daewoo Precision Industries USAS-12
Winchester Model 12
Browning Auto-5
Stoeger Coach Gun
This shotgun is produced in Brazil and has a double-barrel configuration in a typical side-by-side configuration. It has a break action, with two cartridges loaded at a time, and is used in competition shooting as well as cowboy action shooting.
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Stevens Model 520
Although the Stevens Model 520 was manufactured by the Stevens company, it was indeed a design of legendary gunsmith, John Browning. It was produced from 1915 to 1955 and often used as a trench gun in World War II, where its pump-action mechanism allowed for fast shooting.
Daewoo Precision Industries USAS-12
Stoeger Coach Gun
Vepr - 12
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Vepr-12
Stevens Model 520
Browning Double Automatic Shotgun
Winchester Model 1200
The Winchester Model 1200, a pump-action shotgun was first introduced in 1968 and was produced right until 2006. It offers three calibers, 12, 16 and 20 gauge.
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Toz-106
Produced in Russia since 1993, the Toz-106 is a lightweight shotgun with a bolt action. A foldaway stock makes the Toz-106 very compact and easy to carry.
Winchester Model 1200
Benelli Nova
Beretta Silver Pigeon
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What shotgun is shown in this image?
Weatherby SA-08
The Weatherby SA-08 is a semi-automatic shotgun available as either a 12- or 20-gauge weapon. It comes in six different models and is manufactured in Turkey for the company.
Browning Auto-5
Toz-106
Atchisson Assault Shotgun
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