The Browning Maxus II Wicked Wing is a 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun built for waterfowl hunting. The Mossy Oak Bottomland camo over a Burnt Bronze finish and a 28-inch barrel put it squarely in the duck blind category. At 7.2 lbs. and 49.25 inches overall, it handles well for a day-long hunt. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Browning 
• Model: Maxus II Wicked Wing 
• UPC: 023614849421 
• Action Type: Semi-Automatic 
• Gauge: 12 GA 
• Chamber Size: 3.5 inches 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Overall Length: 49.25 inches 
• Weight: 7.2 lbs. 
• Finish: Mossy Oak Bottomland / Burnt Bronze 
• Sights: Fiber-optic front sight 
   

Features 

Browning's patented gas system reduces felt recoil while maintaining reliable cycling, an important combination when shooting steel shot loads on a cold morning. The aluminum alloy receiver keeps weight down without sacrificing durability. The Invector Plus choke system lets you swap chokes to match the hunting situation, whether you're shooting decoys at 20 yards or passing shots at 40. The fiber-optic front bead is visible in low-light conditions common to early morning hunts. 
 
The 3.5-inch chamber accepts the full range of 12-gauge loads, including the heavy steel and bismuth loads waterfowlers use. The Bottomland camo pattern is effective in flooded timber and marsh environments.

The Maxus II Wicked Wing draws consistent praise from waterfowl hunters. The lightweight build and smooth semi-automatic action come up most often as reasons owners chose it over competing guns. Fast follow-up shots matter in waterfowl hunting, and most users report the action cycles reliably across different steel shot loads.

The Mossy Oak Bottomland finish gets positive feedback for blending into natural environments. Discussions on the adjustable gas system are generally favorable. Owners appreciate that it handles light field loads and heavy 3.5-inch magnums without needing to swap parts.

The main hesitation in buyer discussions is price. Most owners conclude the performance justifies the cost, but the comparison to less expensive semi-autos in a similar gauge comes up regularly. Craftsmanship comments are consistently positive, with owners noting the fit and finish holds up through hard use in wet conditions.