The HK 512 was developed and produced circa 1970's-1980's by Franchi as the first semi-automatic shotgun developed for law enforcement use. Adopted by German law enforcement and counter-terrorism units such as GSG9, these shotguns are believed to have been sold in limited quantities in the United States. Approximately 300 shotguns were imported and sold by Kiesler Police Supply of Jeffersonville, Indiana. Manufactured in 1987, this shotgun is marked "K.P.S. JEFF, IN." and "REC FRANCHI ITALY" on the left side of receiver as well as numbered "UCM0695" on the left side of barrel. Includes a cardboard box hand numbered to gun and manual. Features a shot diverter designed to fire oval shaped shot patterns and can be adjusted for both vertical and horizontal distribution. LOP:14 1/8" and 2 3/4" chamber.