The Browning Maxus II Wicked Wing is a 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun built for waterfowl hunting. It wears a Mossy Oak Bottomland camo stock with a Cerakote Burnt Bronze Camo receiver, and comes with fiber optic front and ivory mid-bead rear sights. The 3.5-inch chamber handles magnum loads, and a 26-inch barrel gives it a 47.37-inch overall length at 7 lbs. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Browning 
• Model Name: Maxus II Wicked Wing 
• Caliber: 12 GA 
• Action: Semi-Auto 
• Chamber Length: 3.5" 
• Barrel Length: 26" 
• Overall Length: 47.37" 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds (2¾" shells) 
• Weight: 7 lbs. 
• Stock Finish: Mossy Oak Bottomland Camo 
• Receiver Finish: Cerakote Burnt Bronze Camo 
• Sights: Fiber Optic Front & Ivory Mid Bead Rear 
   

Detailed Features 

• SoftFlex cheek pad reduces felt recoil during extended shooting sessions. 
• Oversize bolt release and handle work with gloves on. 
• Adjustable composite stock: trimmable and shim-adjustable for cast, drop, and length of pull. 
• Rubber overmolding on stock and forearm maintains grip in wet or muddy conditions. 
• Nickel Teflon coating on the bolt slide and shell carrier reduces wear and keeps the action running smoothly. 
• Chrome-plated chamber and bore resist corrosion and simplify cleaning. 
• Three extended Invector-Plus Goose Band chokes included: Full, Modified, and Improved Cylinder. 
   

Usage Scenarios 

The Mossy Oak Bottomland finish blends well in typical waterfowl environments. The 3.5-inch chamber handles heavier waterfowl loads, and the semi-auto action recovers quickly for follow-up shots on passing birds. The adjustable stock lets hunters dial in a proper fit rather than working around a fixed length of pull.

Waterfowl hunters who use the Browning Maxus II Wicked Wing in 12GA tend to be satisfied with it, though a few consistent criticisms come up.

Recoil management and action smoothness get regular praise. Shooters running a lot of shells through it during a long hunt appreciate how little fatigue builds up compared to other semi-autos in this class. The Mossy Oak Bottomland finish draws positive comments for its effectiveness in typical marsh and field environments.

Build quality is generally viewed favorably, with fit and finish consistent with what Browning buyers expect at this price point. The glove-friendly oversized bolt release comes up as a practical detail that matters in cold-weather hunting situations.

The price is the most common friction point. Some owners consider it well-justified by the features and reliability; others feel the cost is hard to swallow compared to competing options at lower price points. Weight comes up occasionally as a mild complaint from hunters who carry long distances, though at 7 lbs it's in line with comparable shotguns in this category.

Customization and accessories discussions are active in owner communities, with many adding optics, slings, and aftermarket chokes. For sport shooting beyond hunting applications, opinions are more mixed.