The TriStar Bristol is a side-by-side 12-gauge shotgun with a 28" barrel, 3" chamber (accepts 2-3/4" shells), and 2-round capacity. It weighs 6.74 lbs. The stock is oil-finished Turkish walnut and the receiver is case-colored steel with laser-engraved detail. It comes with five Beretta-style choke tubes. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Bristol 
• Manufacturer: TriStar 
• Type: Side By Side Shotgun 
• Caliber: 12 Gauge 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Capacity: 2 rounds 
• Chamber Size: 3 inches (accepts 2-3/4" shells) 
• Weight: 6.74 lbs 
• Stock Material: Oil-Finished Select Turkish Walnut 
• Receiver Finish: Case-Colored Steel with Laser-Engraved Detail 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The oil-finished Turkish walnut stock is the visual centerpiece. The grain is selected for appearance and the oil finish is thinner and more repairable than a thick lacquer coat — a practical choice on a hunting gun. 
 
Chrome-lined barrels resist corrosion and fouling better than unlined steel, which is useful if you're shooting steel shot for waterfowl or leaving the gun in a damp truck bed. 
 
The single selective trigger lets you choose which barrel fires first without repositioning your grip. This is a meaningful practical feature on a side-by-side versus older double-trigger designs. 
 
Automatic ejectors throw spent hulls clear on opening rather than just extracting them to the edge of the chamber — a modest convenience when reloading quickly in the field. 
 
Five choke tubes included: SK, IC, M, IM, and F. Beretta-style threads mean aftermarket replacement tubes are easy to find. 
 
A bead front sight is the standard for a field shotgun in this configuration. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
Upland bird hunting — quail, pheasant, grouse — is the natural fit. The 28" barrel swings well on flushing birds and the 6.74 lb. weight doesn't fatigue over a full day. Clay shooting with this gun is feasible and some shooters prefer the side-by-side format for traditional trap or skeet. Home defense use is possible but not what this gun is optimized for.

The TriStar Bristol draws consistent feedback across a few clear themes.

Aesthetics are the most frequently praised aspect. The case-hardened receiver with laser engraving and walnut stock combination is described as distinctive for the price point. Buyers who were looking for a traditional-looking field gun and didn't want to spend on a European double consistently mention this.

Value is a major driver of positive sentiment. The Bristol competes with shotguns that cost considerably more for the same basic configuration, and most buyers feel the features justify the price.

Field performance is generally positive. Reliability with standard loads is reported as good, and the automatic ejectors and single selective trigger work as expected. Accuracy is described as satisfactory for upland hunting purposes.

Weight is mentioned approvingly by most users. At 6.74 lbs. it carries comfortably through a full day of walking.

On the critical side, fit and finish inconsistencies come up occasionally — rough edges on the wood-to-metal junctions, minor stock grain variations, that kind of thing. These are cosmetic rather than functional, but noticeable on a gun purchased partly for its appearance.

Durability concerns around the wood finish and metal wear are mentioned but not widespread. Users who put heavy round counts through the gun report wear on the case-hardening over time, which is expected on a cost-conscious double.

A small number of recoil-sensitive shooters find the gun harsh with heavy loads, which is typical of a light, unsoftened double. Lighter field loads address this without affecting hunting performance.

Overall the Bristol is well-regarded as a field-ready, traditional-looking side-by-side at an accessible price, with the usual trade-offs of a budget double.