The TriStar Bristol is a 20-gauge side-by-side shotgun with a 28-inch barrel, oiled Turkish walnut stock in an English style, and a brass bead front sight. Its break-open action makes loading and unloading straightforward, and the top-tang safety is intuitive to reach. 
 

Key Specifications 

• SKU: 2024010821 
• UPC: 713780380209 
• Brand: TriStar 
• Model Name: Bristol 
• Action Type: Break Open (Side by Side) 
• Caliber/Gauge: 20 GA 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Capacity: 2 rounds 
• Weight: 6.40 lbs 
• Chamber Size: 3" 
• Sights: Brass Bead Front 
• Stock Material/Finish: Oiled Turkish Walnut / Fixed English Style 
• Trigger Type: Single Selective 
• Safety Mechanism: Top Tang Safety 
   

Detailed Features 

The Bristol ships with five MobilChokes (Full, Improved Cylinder, Improved Modified, Modified, and Skeet), so you can dial in your pattern for upland birds, waterfowl, or clays without swapping guns. At 6.40 lbs the balance sits nicely in hand, and the fixed English-style stock keeps the pointability natural for a field gun. The brass bead front sight is simple but effective for quick target acquisition. 
 

Target Audience 

The Bristol is aimed at hunters and sport shooters who want a classic side-by-side in 20 gauge without paying for a premium-grade import. It works well for upland hunting, skeet, and trap, and the manageable weight and mild 20-gauge recoil make it approachable for shooters still building their shotgun experience. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Hunting: suited for upland game and lighter waterfowl loads with the appropriate choke 
• Sport Shooting: workable on skeet and trap courses given the Skeet and Modified choke options 
• Field Use: durable enough for regular outdoor use, with the walnut finish holding up under typical field conditions

Owners of the TriStar Bristol 20 GA tend to appreciate its classic side-by-side look and the walnut stock's appearance. The 20-gauge is widely noted as a practical choice: enough pattern density for most game, and recoil that doesn't punish you through a long day in the field.

On the critical side, some buyers note that fit and finish, while decent for the price, doesn't match what you'd find on higher-end side-by-sides. Weight comes up occasionally too; at 6.40 lbs it runs a touch heavier than some field guns in this class, though opinions split on whether that's a complaint or a feature for reduced felt recoil.

The consensus is generally positive. Most users see it as a solid value for a traditional shotgun experience, particularly for someone who wants an SxS without a large outlay.