The Retay ACE-R is a 20 Gauge semi-automatic shotgun with a 26-inch barrel chambered for 3-inch shells. It holds 3+1 rounds and ships in an Extra Black finish. The configuration is suited to field and general-purpose use. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Retay 
• Model: ACE-R 
• Caliber: 20 Gauge 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 3+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Chamber: 3 inch 
• Color/Finish: Extra Black 
   

Detailed Features 

• 26-inch barrel with 3-inch chamber 
• 3+1 round capacity 
• Semi-automatic action 
• Extra Black finish 
• 20 Gauge chambering

Owners of the Retay ACE-R in 20 Gauge tend to comment on its lighter handling compared to 12 Gauge semi-autos, with the 26-inch barrel providing enough balance for sustained wing shooting without fatigue. The Extra Black finish is noted as clean and consistent.

Reliability feedback on the ACE-R is generally positive for standard field loads, though a subset of owners caution that lighter 20 Gauge target loads can cause short-cycling until the gun is broken in. Running heavier field loads through the first few sessions is the common workaround mentioned by experienced owners.

Retay's value proposition draws split opinions. Some buyers are pleased with the build quality relative to price, while others note the brand's limited U.S. dealer presence as a concern for long-term support. The ACE-R is typically purchased by shooters looking for a lightweight 20 Gauge semi-auto without the price premium of Italian or established domestic options.