A confession: the 20g C.S.M.C. Revelation OU…

20g C.S.M.C. Revelation OU Shotgun. Pic from CSMC.
20g C.S.M.C. Revelation OU Shotgun. Pic from CSMC.

I’m not a huge fan of new guns. For some reason, few of them give me that “gotta have it” feeling. But for some reason, I do have soft spot for the CSMC 20 gauge Revelation OU.

I saw this double for the first time at the 2018 Safari Club Show and was impressed. Even though it’s has a very no-thrills look, its trim, color-case hardened action makes it stands out. And with a straight grip and upgraded deluxe walnut, it’s a handsome gun over-under.

20g C.S.M.C. Revelation OU Shotgun. Pic from CSMC.
20g C.S.M.C. Revelation OU Shotgun. Pic from CSMC.

But was is it good?

Shooting Sportsman’s Bruce Buck reviewed it and had this to say about it:

Connecticut Shotgun has done a heck of a job with the Revelation. It is nicely made, mechanically correct, flat-out gorgeous and priced very well.”

So I guess the answer is yes. Faults? Maybe its weight. But with 3″ chambers, this OU needs to be hefty to tame those nasty magnum loads

Barrel Length 26”, 28”, or 30”
Chambers Accepts 2 ¾” & 3” shells
Trigger Single, user selectable
Ejection Automatic
Safety Automatic
Rib Ventilated
Stock Type Pistol grip or straight grip
Stock Dimensions 14 ½” x 1 ½” x 2 3/8” to a hard rubber butt plate
Wood Type Standard walnut or deluxe walnut ($350)
Wood Finish Oil
Weight 6 lb., 5 oz. (approx.)
Price $1,995 standard walnut, $2345 deluxe, plus $25 S&H