The TriStar Cobra III Field Youth is a pump-action shotgun in 20 GA built for young shooters and smaller-framed users. At 5.4 lbs. with a 24-inch barrel, it handles easily for a full day afield without wearing out a youth shooter. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Cobra III Field Youth 
• Brand: TriStar 
• UPC: 713780231563 
• Gauge: 20 GA 
• Action: Pump Action 
• Capacity: 5+1 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Weight: 5.4 lbs. 
• Finish: Black 
• Chamber Size: 3 inches 
• Sights: Fiber Optic Front 
   

Features 

The pump action is reliable and straightforward, no gas system to tune, just cycle and shoot. The fiber optic front sight handles varying light conditions well for quick target acquisition. Beretta/Benelli-pattern choke tubes (Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder) are included, letting you adjust the spread for clay targets or upland hunting. The synthetic stock and black steel receiver hold up to field use. 
 

Who It's For 

Youth hunters and beginners looking for a first shotgun. The 20 GA caliber gives enough power for birds and small game without the recoil of a 12 GA, so developing shooters can focus on fundamentals rather than flinching. 
 

Uses 

• Skeet and trap shooting 
• Upland bird hunting (pheasant, quail) 
• General field use and skill development

Owners consistently call out the light weight as the Cobra III Youth's best feature. It genuinely makes the gun easier for smaller users to handle and carry. The 20 GA caliber gets credit for being powerful enough to hunt with while staying manageable for kids and beginners. Parents shopping for a first shotgun frequently mention it as a good value pick.

On the critical side, some users find the pump action less smooth than expected, and a few have seen occasional feeding issues. Most owners who mention these concerns frame them as limitations of an entry-level gun rather than defects. Experienced shooters note the Cobra III works well for casual use but may not satisfy someone shopping for a competition-grade pump.