Winchester's SX4 is a gas-operated semi-automatic built around a lightweight receiver and a fast lock time, and the Waterfowl Hunter configuration is set up for exactly what its name says: a 3.5-inch chamber, a 28-inch barrel and full Woodland camouflage coverage over the metal and stock. Gas operation matters in a waterfowl gun because it bleeds off recoil, and heavy 3.5-inch steel loads punish the shoulder in anything else.

The 28-inch barrel gives the swing momentum you want on passing birds without becoming unwieldy in a layout blind.

This firearm ships to your chosen FFL dealer for transfer. Order online from Dawson Defense, an Arizona-owned licensed dealer and importer.