Stoeger Industries has reached a milestone that only a small club of firearm manufacturers can claim —100 years of operation.
For 2024, Stoeger Industries celebrates its centennial with the introduction of the Model 3000 Signature shotgun. The company has also unveiled a new turkey model.
Based on the company’s proven M3000 semi-auto chambered in 3-inch 12-gauge, pays homage to the 100th anniversary and legacy of fine guns and quality craftsmanship that have been an integral part of Stoeger’s firearm history since its founding in 1924. Blending classic styling with the contemporary design and performance found across the Stoeger M3000 shotgun series, the Signature distinguishes itself with an appeal to the eye and to the tradition of fine sporting arms.
The receiver, for example, is made of satin-finished nickel and features a striking fleur-de-lis engraving in the spirit of European bespoke shotgun design. In a nod to conventional use, the receiver is drilled and tapped for optic mounting. Inside, the Signature boasts an inertia-driven system that provides flawless cycling and clean operation. An enlarged, knurled bolt handle and bolt release ensures positive control in field environments, even when wearing gloves.
Accenting the nickel receiver is a polished blued 28-inch barrel sporting a stepped rib and fiber-optic front bead sight. The receiver aesthetics are further complimented by black controls, bolt, trigger guard, and lifter.
Finally, the M3000 Signature is dressed with striking satin walnut furniture. The forend is slim with expansive finger grooves and texturing for a comfortable hold. This is backed by a textured stock grip and rubber butt pad to deliver a sporting shotgun that mounts comfortably and swings easily on the range or in the field. Included drop and cast shim kits allow the shooter to achieve a custom shotgun feel. The gun also comes with pre-installed sling swivel studs for carry convenience.
Additional features include IC, M, and XFT choke tubes and a 4+1-capacity magazine tube.
Meanwhile, Stoeger Industries has introduced the all-new M3500 Predator/Turkey.
The M3500 Predator/Turkey begins with a 24-inch ported barrel chambered for 3.5-inch 12-guage. Fitted with a stepped, vented rib and high-visibility red-bar front sight, the M3500 Predator/Turkey is ready for the hunt right out of the box. For those who prefer an optic, the receiver comes drilled and tapped for mounting.
Supporting the barreled receiver is Stoeger’s SteadyGrip™ stock system with a vertical pistol grip for optimal hand positioning and maximum comfort when waiting for the shot. A plush recoil pad combines with the ported barrel to mitigate felt recoil when shooting heavy magnum loads.
In keeping with the shotgun’s field hunting mission, the M3500 Predator/Turkey is dressed in Mossy Oak® Overwatch™ camo. And since hands-free mobility is a major assist for the run-and-gun turkey hunter or when hustling to a new coyote set, the M3500 Predator/Turkey comes with integrated sling swivel studs and a strong, silent paracord sling.
As with all M3500 shotguns, the M3500 Predator/Turkey manages loads via the Inertia Driven system. This system, backed by a 4-round magazine tube, ensures reliable cycling and clean operation for even the heaviest turkey and buckshot ammunition. To make sure those shot columns hit the mark, the M3500 Predator/Turkey comes with two MOJO specialty chokes designed to deliver tight patterns and consistent point-of-impact performance.
To learn more about the new Stoeger handguns and shotguns, visit StoegerIndustries.com.
