An Italian designed multi-role shotgun introduced in 1979, the SPAS-12 (Special Purpose Automatic Shotgun) is a dual action platform with the ability to swap between semi-automatic and pump action modes of fire. The inclusion of the pump action feature was intended to allow the platform to reliably cycle low pressure loads, like bean bag or tear gas rounds. Features fixed blade front and peep rear sights, 2 3/4 inch chamber, full length magazine tube, stamped metal heat shield, and folding stamped metal stock. The receiver has standard marking and features, including an enlarged rotary safety lever and 1987 date code on the bottom. Fitted with a ribbed polymer slide and pistol grip.