r/canadaguns • u/PossibleBroccoli • Apr 08 '26

Buy recommendations Compact 12GA Pump Recommendations?

Hey y’all, I recently got my PAL and I’ve been looking for a compact (14”~ barrel) 12GA 3”

pump shotgun with a telescoping stock and a rail for optics.

I don’t want to spend too much, so right now my top contenders are the Huglu Victor P-Tac or the Canuck Commander.

I also considered the EGE Panzer Arms Raider XII (or similar folding pumps), but I wasn’t fond of the reduced magazine capacity and relatively unproven design.

And recommendations or tips?

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u/Omega_Shaman Apr 08 '26

These short barrel 12 ga shotguns have a high level of perceived recoil. You may want to consider a Mossberg Maverick 88 security if you are on a budget. The extra weight goes a long way if you are using it for slugs etc.

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u/swift_gilford Apr 08 '26

Mav88 security + a magpul SGA stock and you have yourself an extreme budget - yet super reliable - shotgun. I have a fairly kitted out 870 including the vang comp system and i still recommend the above to people starting out.