Akkar USA is a fully owned subsidiary of Akkar – a premier shotgun manufacturer founded in Istanbul, Turkey in 1985 – and now that they are stateside, Akkar USA is looking to bring affordable and serviceable shotguns to the masses in the US. Their newest releases are the Ranch Hand  and Meat Stick pump-actions for upland bird and waterfowl hunting. 

Akkar USA @ TFB:

• EAA Akkar Churchill 20Ga Shotguns Reconfigured for Home Defense
• New Akkar Churchill 620 Tactical 20GA Pump-Action Shotgun
• EAA Corp’s New Left-Handed Churchill 212 Field Shotgun

Akkar USA Ranch Hand Pump-Action Shotgun

The Ranch Hand series of pump-action shotguns are outfitted with a simple cross-bolt safety, sling studs for slings and accessories, and they are 1913 rail-ready for optics. Additionally, they carry a 5-year warranty with a modest MSRP of $429.

• Gauge: 12, 20, 28, and .410
• Chamber Size: 3”
• Choke System: 3 Extended Chokes (specific pattern/compatibility unspecified)
• Barrel: 28″ Matte Black
• Stock: Matte Black
• Magazine Capacity: 5-Round Magazine Tube (2+1 with Plug)

“The practical pump-action is perfect for any shooter. Akkar USA’s Ranch Hand pump-action suits seasoned shotgunners and newcomers alike in four popular gauges, including 12-gauge, 20-gauge, 28-gauge, and .410 bore. For shooters looking for a slick, reliable pump-action, the Ranch Hand is here and ready to work.”

Akkar USA Meat Stick Shotgun

The Akkar USA Meat Stick, similar to the Ranch Hand, dons a cross-bolt safety and the same accessories of being optics ready by accepting a 1913 rail and standard sling studs are included.

• Gauge: 12, 20, and 28
• Chamber: 2 ¾” – 3 ½” (12GA) | 2 ¾” – 3″ (20GA/28GA)
• Choke System: 5 Extended Chokes (specific pattern/compatibility unspecified)
• Barrel: 28″
• Finish: Mossy Oak Blades Camouflage
• Magazine Capacity: 5-Round Magazine Tube (2+1 with Plug)

“The Meat Stick pump shotgun series is designed for the local pond pounders and big water duck hunters. Rugged, reliable, and ready, it’s everything the waterfowler needs to bring home the birds. Cloaked in camo and available in three game-getting gauges, Akkar USA’s Meat Stick is a trusted “grocery getter.””

Final Thoughts

The internet and shooters have their own thoughts on firearms from Turkey, but seeing that we have a new player in the game – Akkar USA, which is a subsidiary of Akkar – I am always all for more competition, ingenuity, and more options when it comes to firearms. Competitiveness in the marketplace always drives up quality and value.

As always, let us know all of your thoughts about Akkar USA, the Ranch Hand and Meat Stick shotguns in the comments below! We always appreciate your feedback.