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.