The Stevens 320 Youth is a 20-gauge pump-action shotgun with a 22" barrel, 5+1 capacity, and a 7.3 lb. weight. The matte black finish covers carbon steel components. It is shorter and lighter than full-size versions, which suits younger or smaller-framed shooters. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Stevens 
• Model Name: 320 Youth 
• UPC: 011356225610 
• Gauge: 20 GA 
• Action: Pump Action 
• Capacity: 5+1 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Weight: 7.3 lbs. 
• Finish: Matte Black 
   

Features 

 
The 22" barrel keeps overall length manageable for shooters who find a standard 26" or 28" barrel unwieldy. Pump action is mechanically straightforward and forgiving of light loads, a sensible choice for a first shotgun or for shooters building technique before moving to semi-auto. The bead front sight is standard and adequate for close-range work. 
 
Carbon steel construction with matte black finish holds up to field conditions without the glare of polished metal. The 20-gauge chambering delivers less recoil than 12-gauge at the cost of some pattern density, which is the common trade-off for youth-sized platforms.

Owners of the Stevens 320 Youth most often use it for introducing younger shooters to the sport. The lighter weight and shorter stock get mentioned as genuine advantages for beginners who would otherwise struggle to mount a full-size gun correctly.

The pump action's reliability is consistently praised. The 20-gauge recoil is described as manageable for most youth and smaller-framed adult shooters, though some new shooters still find it noticeable without proper technique and a firm mount.

Fit and finish comments are mixed. The gun is positioned and priced as an entry-level option, and most buyers know it. Concerns raised are typically about the finish quality on edges and the feel of the stock material rather than functional defects. Overall it earns solid marks for doing what it is designed to do at a budget price point.