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Shop our selection of pump action shotguns from trusted brands like Silver Eagle Arms, Standard Manufacturing, Iver Johnson, KelTec, and Armscor/Rock Island Armory. Santan Reptiles & Firearms offers rugged, reliable pump action shotguns built for waterfowlers, upland hunters, home defenders, and clay shooters who want a proven, hard-working scattergun that handles anything you throw at it. From compact tactical models to long-barreled hunting guns, we stock a wide range of gauges and configurations to fit every shooter. Stock up on shotgun shells and shotgun magazines to keep your shotgun ready, then fine-tune your setup with gun parts. Round out your kit with semi auto shotguns, over under shotguns, side by side shotguns, single shot shotguns, and bolt action shotguns from our full inventory.
Purchase pump action shotguns online by comparing models, checking current availability, and reviewing specifications such as caliber, capacity, barrel length, and sight configuration. Picking the right pump gun depends on your intended use, gauge preference, and the barrel and sight configuration that fits your hunting or defensive role.
Use these pointers to narrow down your selection:
Buy pump action shotguns online or visit the gun shop in Maricopa, Arizona to shoulder different platforms, work the actions, and compare barrel and sight options before settling on a configuration. Santan Reptiles & Firearms serves customers in the nearby cities of Casa Grande and Chandler, stocking field-grade pump guns, defensive configurations, and turkey-ready setups for shooters across experience levels.
Federal law requires pump action shotgun buyers to be at least 18 years old when purchasing a long gun from a licensed dealer, and Arizona requires the standard NICS background check at the point of sale through any FFL transfer. Buyers must complete ATF Form 4473 at the time of transfer, and any disqualifying factors under federal or state law will block the sale. Arizona does not impose a state-level purchase permit, registration, or magazine capacity requirement for pump action shotguns.
Federal regulations limit shotgun magazine capacity to three total shells when hunting migratory waterfowl, requiring most pump guns to be plugged for legal use, and Arizona Game and Fish Department rules add season-specific shot type and capacity restrictions. Transport pump action shotguns unloaded in a case during travel, store them in a secure cabinet or safe when not in use, and contact the shop with questions about availability, transfers from out-of-state dealers, or special-order configurations.
A pump action shotgun uses a manually-operated forend that the shooter slides rearward to eject the spent shell and forward to chamber a fresh round from the tubular magazine. This direct mechanical operation makes pump shotguns reliable across a wide range of shell pressures and conditions.
Pump shotguns are widely chosen for home defense due to their mechanical reliability, ability to cycle a wide range of shell lengths and pressures, and proven track record across decades of law enforcement and military service. They also tend to cost less than comparable semi-automatic models.
Standard pump action shotguns typically hold four to five shells in the tubular magazine plus one in the chamber, depending on barrel length and shell length. Tactical and defensive models often offer extended tubes that increase capacity to seven or eight shells.
Yes, a pump action shotgun chambered for 3 inch shells can safely fire shorter 2 3/4 inch shells of the same gauge. The reverse is not safe, as longer shells will not fully chamber and could create dangerous pressures if forced.
Bead sights consist of a single front bead at the muzzle and are favored for shotgun pointing on flying targets. Ghost ring sights use a large rear aperture combined with a front post for more precise aiming with slugs and buckshot at defensive distances.
Pump action shotguns benefit from a thorough cleaning after every range session or hunting trip, with attention paid to the action bars, magazine tube, and bolt face. Keeping the action lightly lubricated helps maintain smooth cycling without attracting excess debris.
Pump action shotguns are legal for hunting in Arizona across most seasons that allow shotguns, with capacity, shot type, and gauge requirements set by the Arizona Game and Fish Department. The current hunting regulations should be reviewed for any season-specific restrictions.
Arizona does not require a separate purchase permit for pump action shotguns, but every retail shotgun sale must go through a licensed dealer with a NICS background check. Buyers must be at least 18 years old when purchasing a shotgun from a dealer.
