The TriStar Bristol is a side-by-side 20-gauge shotgun with a 28-inch barrel, color case-hardened receiver, blued barrels, and a Turkish walnut pistol grip stock. It ships with five choke tubes: Full, Improved Modified, Modified, Improved Cylinder, and Skeet. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Bristol 
• Action Type: Side By Side 
• Caliber/Gauge: 20 Gauge 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Capacity: 2 rounds 
• Chamber Length: 3 inches 
• Weight: 6.74 lbs 
• Finish: Blued/Color Case Hardened 
• Stock Material: Walnut Pistol Grip (Turkish Walnut) 
• Trigger Type: Single Selective Trigger 
• Choke Configuration: Includes Full, Improved Modified, Modified, Improved Cylinder, Skeet 
   

Features 

The single selective trigger lets the shooter choose which barrel fires first without switching hands or adjusting grip. The ejectors clear spent shells automatically, which speeds reloading. Chrome-lined barrel and chamber reduce corrosion and make cleanup easier after extended field use. The brass front bead gives a simple, reliable sight picture for wing shooting. At 6.74 lbs the Bristol is light enough for a full day walking upland birds without becoming a burden. The oil-finished Turkish walnut shows natural grain and provides a good grip surface even when damp. Five included choke tubes cover the full range from tight patterns at distance to open spreads for close-flushing birds.

Owners of the TriStar Bristol 20 gauge generally respond well to the aesthetics. The case-hardened receiver and walnut stock combination draws favorable comments, and the side-by-side configuration appeals to hunters who prefer the traditional format.

Performance feedback leans positive: the 20-gauge recoil is mild, which makes it comfortable for extended range sessions or all-day hunts, and owners report reliable cycling. Accuracy at typical bird-hunting distances is well-regarded.

Weight comes up occasionally as a mild concern during long walks, and a handful of owners mention fit-and-finish inconsistencies across units, noting that quality can vary slightly from one gun to the next. Overall sentiment is favorable, with the balance of aesthetics and field function being the primary draw.