The Hatfield SLG 12 is a break-open single-shot 12-gauge shotgun with a walnut stock and matte black receiver. At 5.50 lbs and 44 inches overall, it is lighter and more compact than most field guns in this gauge, which makes it a practical choice for upland hunting or for new shooters working on fundamentals. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Hatfield Gun Company 
• Model: SLG 12 
• Type: Single Shot Shotgun 
• Caliber/Gauge: 12 GA 
• Action: Break Open 
• Chamber Size: 3" 
• Barrel Length: 28" 
• Overall Length: 44" 
• Weight: 5.50 lbs 
• Capacity: 1 round 
• Stock Material: Walnut with a checkered finish 
• Receiver Finish: Matte Black 
• Sights: Brass Bead Front 
• Safety Feature: Crossbolt Safety 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The break-open action has very few moving parts, which keeps maintenance simple and reliability high. The walnut stock has a checkered grip panel for retention. The vent-ribbed barrel and brass bead front sight work well together for quick target alignment on flushing birds. The crossbolt safety is centrally located and easy to find without looking. 
 
The 3-inch chamber handles both standard and magnum loads, giving some flexibility in shell selection without requiring a dedicated magnum gun.

The SLG 12 is well-regarded for its price-to-function ratio. Most owners buy it as an entry-level or youth hunting gun, and feedback reflects that use case: the light weight and simple action are consistently called out as strengths.

The walnut stock draws positive comments on aesthetics -- it looks more traditional than you'd expect at the price.

The common criticisms are predictable for a break-open at this price point: the action can be stiff before break-in, and recoil is more noticeable than on a heavier gun. A few owners mention that certain shell geometries extract less cleanly than others. None of this is a surprise given the design, and most reviewers frame it as "limitations to know about" rather than defects.