The Dickinson SX Plantation is a side-by-side shotgun chambered in 28 gauge with a 28-inch barrel and a 3-inch chamber. It holds 2 rounds and has a Turkish walnut stock with a blue/black metal finish. The stock is wood with a traditional DT (double trigger) configuration. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Dickinson 
• Model: SX Plantation 
• Caliber: 28 Gauge 
• Capacity: 2+1 
• Barrel Length: 28 in 
• Color/Finish: Blue/Black, Turkish Walnut Stock 
   

Detailed Features 

• 28-inch barrels in a side-by-side configuration 
• 3-inch chamber 
• Double trigger (DT) mechanism 
• Turkish walnut stock 
• Blue/black metal finish

Owners of the Dickinson SX Plantation tend to buy it as a field gun for upland hunting or clay shooting, where the 28 gauge and side-by-side layout are traditional choices. The Turkish walnut stock gets consistent positive comments for its appearance at this price point, and the double-trigger setup is appreciated by those who prefer a classic configuration.

The 28-gauge chambering is a niche choice that owners are intentional about. Ammunition availability is the main trade-off owners mention, particularly compared to 12 or 20 gauge options. Those who prefer the lighter recoil and handling of a 28-gauge side-by-side view it as the right tool for the application.

Fit and finish from Dickinson is generally acceptable, though some owners note inconsistencies in wood-to-metal fit that require attention before the first session. The SX Plantation sits at a value price relative to higher-end European side-by-sides, and most buyers accept the trade-offs that come with that positioning.