The Retay Gordion is a 12-gauge semi-auto with a 24-inch barrel in Realtree Timber camouflage. At 6.10 lbs. with a 3-inch chamber, it's a light gun for a 12 gauge, which helps when you're carrying all day in the field. TruGlo fiber optic front sight, 4+1 capacity. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Action: Semi-Automatic 
• Gauge: 12 Gauge 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds 
• Chamber Length: 3 inches 
• Weight: 6.10 lbs 
• Finish: Realtree Timber Camouflage 
• Sights: TruGlo Fiber Optic Front 
   

Detailed Features 

The shorter 24-inch barrel makes this more maneuverable than a 26- or 28-inch field gun, useful in dense cover or tight blinds. Semi-auto cycling handles quick follow-up shots without manual operation. The Realtree Timber pattern covers receiver, barrel, and stock for full-profile concealment. Adjustable chokes let you tune for different game or course distances. 
 

Usage 

Good fit for upland bird hunting and waterfowl where a lighter, shorter gun is an advantage. The camo pattern is well suited for hunting from blinds or in wooded terrain.

The weight at 6.10 lbs. is frequently called out as one of the Gordion's real strengths. It doesn't fatigue you over a long day in the field. The Realtree Timber finish is well-received by hunters for both appearance and concealment effectiveness.

Cycling reliability gets positive remarks, and the semi-auto action is appreciated for faster follow-up shots compared to a pump. Build quality and value for the price come up consistently as positives. Most buyers feel they got more than they expected at this price point.

Customer service feedback is mixed: some owners report good interactions with Retay's support, others mention slow responses. This is a minor but recurring theme. A few owners report occasional light-load cycling issues, typical for inertia designs. Overall sentiment is positive.

The first thing I noticed was the excellent fit and finish. The camouflage coating is especially well executed, with an even, convincing appearance that complements the rest of the shotgun. More importantly, its operation matched those good looks. The trigger pull felt right to me, and the action cycled shells without giving me any trouble during shooting. In overall function, it compared favorably with my Benelli M, which is meaningful praise based on my time with both. I later added a red dot in preparation for turkey hunting. Between the clean trigger, trouble-free cycling, and carefully applied camouflage, this shotgun made a very strong initial impression and left me eager to take it into the turkey woods.