Established in 1924, Stoeger Industries is part of the Benelli family of companies offering a wide range of shotguns and pistols in a variety of calibers and gauges. Expertise combined with technology are an integral part of Stoegers manufacturing process, which has allowed them to make reliable hunting and home defense firearms that won't break the bank. The Stoeger M3000 compact 12G 26" is a semi-auto shotgun built off a time proven Inertia Driven® design that delivers reliability in a wide variety of situations. The M3000 is Drilled and tapped to accommodate Weaver-style scope bases, Ventilated, stepped rib and fiber-optic front sight on the barrel for quick target acquisition, even in low light. Capable of handling any 12G shell up to 3" magnum it is ready for your next hunt, and at an MSRP of $599 it is perfect for about any budget. Whether you are looking for a first shotgun or a great backup gun, the Stoeger M3000 compact 12G 26" is ready for travel.