The T&R Imports Carlyle is a semi-automatic 12-gauge shotgun with a black Cerakote finish on barrel and receiver, Turkish walnut furniture, and an enhanced inertia action with a sure-lock bolt system. The MPN is CAR12128BLK. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: T & R Imports 
• Model Name: Carlyle 
• MPN: CAR12128BLK 
• Caliber: 12 GA 
• Action: Semi-Auto 
• Chamber: 3" 
• Barrel Length: 28" 
• Overall Length: 42" 
• Weight: 6.56 lbs 
• Capacity: 4+1 RD 
• Sights: Fiber Optic Front 
• Grip Type: Standard 
• Trigger Type: Standard 
• Safety Mechanism: Crossbolt 
• Finish Color: Black (Cerakote) 
   

Detailed Features 

The sure-lock bolt system eliminates the play in the bolt lockup that causes the click some shooters notice on other semi-autos. The enhanced inertia action cycles reliably across shell types without a gas system to clean. Black Cerakote covers both the barrel and receiver for corrosion resistance. The Turkish walnut furniture adds warmth to the otherwise dark finish and provides a comfortable grip during extended use. An extra-thick soft recoil pad handles the 3-inch chamber's heavier loads without much felt recoil reaching the shooter. 
 

Target Audience 

The Carlyle suits shooters who want a walnut-stocked semi-auto with a durable Cerakote exterior at a mid-range price. The 28-inch barrel and inertia action make it a natural fit for sporting clays and upland hunting. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Sporting clays and clay target shooting, where the 28-inch barrel and inertia action give good swing and follow-through 
• Upland bird hunting where the lighter weight (6.56 lbs) helps during long carry days 
• General field use where the Cerakote finish handles weather better than standard bluing

The T&R Carlyle in Black Cerakote draws a mix of appreciation for its aesthetics and practical observations on performance.

The Cerakote finish is consistently praised. Buyers who specifically wanted a corrosion-resistant finish without going to a full camo stock appreciate the blacked-out look, and most report it holds up well through normal field use. The Turkish walnut furniture in combination with the black finish gets favorable comments on appearance.

Performance feedback is generally positive. Most users report smooth cycling with standard and heavier loads. There are some notes about break-in behavior and sensitivity to very light target loads, which is characteristic of inertia-operated guns. The sure-lock bolt system's tighter lockup is noted positively by shooters who've used other semi-autos.

Price relative to the spec list is a common positive discussion point. Some users compare the Carlyle to more established brands and find it competitive on features for the cost. Ergonomics and recoil management are generally favorable, with the thick recoil pad mentioned specifically.