Shooting impressions

The SL3 was sound when shot. The good balance and trigger-pulls made it user friendly and the good stock shapes assisted, too. Even without chequering the gun was controllable and recoil through the hands (or at the shoulder) was not especially noticeable. It had the feel of an upmarket gun – crisp in action and solid in build. On the handling front, it was not especially lively – sometimes a good thing – but its fundamental engineering and conception were sound. If I bought one, I might be tempted to get a master barrel-maker to take a little weight out of the tubes. I might lighten the stock as well. With such custom work, the SL3 could become something spectacular. As tested, it is good or better but the gun has the potential for greatness. I was impressed with the mechanical design and the general presentation. It is not excessively expensive considering the quality. This gun might be used equally well for clays or game; it would excel as a highpheasant gun and is supplied in a smart blue canvas hard case.