Purpose-Built for Spring: Turkey Guns at the NWTF Convention

From trusted manufacturers to NWTF-exclusive collaborations, the sport show floor offers a look at some of the newest scatter guns available for 2026. If you’ve been thinking about upgrading before the season, these are a few you should consider. 

Winchester Longbeard Super X Pump NWTF Model  

Debuting at the 2026 NWTF Convention and Sport Show, the all-new Winchester–NWTF collaborative Super-X Pump in 12 gauge is built with turkey hunters in mind. This NWTF-exclusive model represents a partnership rooted in tradition, performance and conservation. 

Chambered for 2¾-, 3- and 3½-inch loads, the Super-X Pump offers versatility across a wide range of turkey ammunition. A pistol grip enhances control during long setups, while the Invector-Plus choke tube system allows hunters to fine-tune their pattern for maximum effectiveness in the field. 

Designed to be dependable, rugged and ready for the turkey woods, this collaborative model is a standout option for hunters looking for a purpose-driven pump gun heading into spring. 

Beretta A300 and AX800 

Beretta is unveiling its new A300 Turkey shotgun at the 2026 NWTF Convention and Sport Show, giving attendees an early look at one of the brand’s latest additions built specifically for spring gobblers. Known for reliability, smooth cycling and proven field performance, the A300 platform has long been a favorite among turkey hunters. 

The new A300 Turkey in Mossy Oak Greenleaf continues that tradition, offering a purpose-built option designed to handle the demands of long sits, quick shots and heavy turkey loads. With a 24-inch barrel and available in 12 gauge and 20 gauge, attendees can check it out in person on the sport show floor and get hands-on with a gun engineered for consistency when it matters most.  

In addition to the A300 Turkey, Beretta is also showcasing the AX800, a new waterfowl-focused semi-auto built for harsh conditions and high-volume shooting. Featuring a 3½-inch chamber, a reduced-recoil gas system and a Steelium Plus barrel, the AX800 is designed to run faster and cleaner than previous platforms. A modular grip and interchangeable cheek pieces allow shooters to customize fit — a feature that crossover hunters who chase turkeys in the spring and waterfowl in the fall will appreciate. 

Tristar Arms Upland Hunter Thumbhole 

TriStar Arms is showing off the latest version of its Upland Hunter Thumbhole, a shotgun that offers several features that will catch the eye of spring hunters looking for versatility. 

Initially launching in 20 gauge, the Upland Hunter features a thumbhole stock paired with Mossy Oak Greenleaf camouflage over a Bronze Cerakote finish for added durability and corrosion resistance. The 26-inch ventilated-rib barrels, single selective trigger and extended CT-5X choke tubes provide flexibility for different hunting scenarios. A nice touch: the exposed portion of the extended chokes is camouflaged to match the stock. 

Though the longer barrels make it feel more at home as a crossover upland or all-around hunting gun, turkey hunters looking for a lightweight option with a unique stock design may want to give it a closer look. 

Spandau S2 Bone Collector Edition

Spandau Arms is bringing a 12-gauge Bone Collector Edition to the sport show floor, pairing modern shotgun performance with branding from Bone Collector. Built with the turkey hunter in mind, this edition emphasizes rugged construction, camouflage styling and features geared toward run-and-gun or setup-heavy spring hunts. 

Attendees can get hands-on with the Bone Collector Edition to evaluate fit, balance and ergonomics — key considerations when spending long mornings in the turkey woods. 

Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 Series

Benelli’s Super Black Eagle 3 continues to set the benchmark for semi-automatic hunting shotguns, and it remains a popular option for turkey hunters who want premium performance across multiple seasons. 

The SBE3 features Benelli’s Inertia Driven system, along with recoil-reducing ComforTech® 3, CombTech and QuadraFit™ technology to improve comfort, fit and control. Additional refinements, including a carbon-fiber stepped rib, enlarged bolt handle and release, fiber-optic front sight and extended Crio choke tubes, make it a refined yet rugged platform. 

Available in 12-, 20- and now 28-gauge options, the Super Black Eagle 3 offers lighter configurations without sacrificing performance, making it appealing to turkey hunters who want a high-end shotgun that excels well beyond spring. 

Whether you’re looking for a dedicated turkey gun or a versatile shotgun that can pull double duty across seasons, the 2026 NWTF Convention and Sport Show offers no shortage of options. Take time on the sport show floor to shoulder these firearms, talk with manufacturers and find the gun that feels right before the first gobble of spring.