Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present the reliable, compact, and affordable pump-action shotgun for a penny-start auction; this is the Stoeger P3000 Defense!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Stoeger
Model: P3000 Defense
Serial: 1807666
Caliber: 12 Gauge 2 ¾" & 3" Chambered
Finish: Matte Blue
Barrel Length: 18 ½"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front
Stock/Grips: Black Checkered Synthetic Stock and Forearm
Action: Pump-Action Shotun
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Stoeger P3000 Defense is a no-frills, value-focused 12-gauge pump shotgun engineered for home-defense and duty roles where reliability, compact handling, and affordability matter most. Built to accept 2¾" and 3" shells and commonly offered with an 18.5" cylinder-bore barrel, the Defense configuration keeps overall length short and maneuverability high—Stoeger lists the model with roughly a 40–40.5"overall length and an unloaded weight in the mid-6 lb range, making it easy to wield in tight quarters. The construction blends modern materials and sensible features: a polymer stock and forend for weather resistance, an aluminum receiver that is drilled and tapped for optics or lights, and a simple fixed or bead front sight for quick target acquisition. Feeding is from a tubular magazine (typical factory capacity is 4+1 or 5+1, depending on the version and local configuration), and the action’s ergonomics and pump stroke are tuned to be positive and intuitive for fast follow-up shots under stress. On the range, the P3000 Defense punches above its low price point by offering dependable function with common defensive and field loads; reviewers commonly praise its out-of-the-box reliability after a modest break-in and note that modern Turkish manufacture and Stoeger’s QC yield a shotgun that is “good enough” for serious use without high cost. Tradeoffs are predictable: the polymer furniture and economy-grade finish won’t satisfy buyers seeking heirloom wood or high-end fit-and-finish, and early owners should inspect and, if desired, upgrade the stock, sights, or sling mounting to suit personal needs. Practical ownership advice is to verify which P3000 variant you’re buying (Defense vs. Freedom vs. Tactical) since capacities, sighting packages, and accessories differ between SKUs, and to perform a basic function check and sight-in with defensive ammunition before relying on the gun for home protection.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: P3000 Defense
Serial: 1807666
Caliber: 12 Gauge 2 ¾" & 3" Chambered
Finish: Matte Blue
Barrel Length: 18 ½"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front
Stock/Grips: Black Checkered Synthetic Stock and Forearm
Action: Pump-Action Shotun
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Stoeger P3000 Defense is a no-frills, value-focused 12-gauge pump shotgun engineered for home-defense and duty roles where reliability, compact handling, and affordability matter most. Built to accept 2¾" and 3" shells and commonly offered with an 18.5" cylinder-bore barrel, the Defense configuration keeps overall length short and maneuverability high—Stoeger lists the model with roughly a 40–40.5"overall length and an unloaded weight in the mid-6 lb range, making it easy to wield in tight quarters. The construction blends modern materials and sensible features: a polymer stock and forend for weather resistance, an aluminum receiver that is drilled and tapped for optics or lights, and a simple fixed or bead front sight for quick target acquisition. Feeding is from a tubular magazine (typical factory capacity is 4+1 or 5+1, depending on the version and local configuration), and the action’s ergonomics and pump stroke are tuned to be positive and intuitive for fast follow-up shots under stress. On the range, the P3000 Defense punches above its low price point by offering dependable function with common defensive and field loads; reviewers commonly praise its out-of-the-box reliability after a modest break-in and note that modern Turkish manufacture and Stoeger’s QC yield a shotgun that is “good enough” for serious use without high cost. Tradeoffs are predictable: the polymer furniture and economy-grade finish won’t satisfy buyers seeking heirloom wood or high-end fit-and-finish, and early owners should inspect and, if desired, upgrade the stock, sights, or sling mounting to suit personal needs. Practical ownership advice is to verify which P3000 variant you’re buying (Defense vs. Freedom vs. Tactical) since capacities, sighting packages, and accessories differ between SKUs, and to perform a basic function check and sight-in with defensive ammunition before relying on the gun for home protection.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
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Payment Details
We accept all forms of Payment including Personal Check, Business Check, PO Money Orders, Certified Check, Etc.
Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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