The TriStar Cypher X in .410 bore is an over/under shotgun with a deluxe walnut stock, blued finish, and lightweight aluminum construction. At 5.5 lbs. it's easy to carry, and the 28-inch barrel hits a reasonable middle ground between swing speed and sight radius. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: TriStar Sporting Arms 
• Family: Tristar Shotgun Series 
• Model: Cypher X 
• Type: Shotgun 
• Action: Over / Under 
• Caliber/Gauge: 410 Bore 
• Finish: Blued 
• Stock/Grips: Deluxe Walnut Wood Stock 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Capacity: 2 rounds (Based on Manufacturer Specifications) 
• Weight: 5.5 lbs. 
• Chamber Size: 3 inches 
• Choke Options: Beretta Chokes (SK, IC, M, IM, F) 
• Additional Information: Lightweight Aluminum construction 
   

Detailed Features 

The walnut stock has a bit more figure to it than entry-level wood, and the blued finish gives it a traditional look without adding complexity. The aluminum construction is what gets the weight down to 5.5 lbs., noticeably light for an O/U, which matters on a long walk-up hunt. 
 
Five Beretta-pattern chokes (SK through F) let you dial in the shot pattern for quail, dove, or clay targets without swapping platforms. The 3-inch chamber handles standard and magnum .410 loads.

Users discussing the Cypher X in .410 tend to focus on weight and handling above everything else. At 5.5 lbs. it's genuinely light to carry, and that gets mentioned often. The walnut stock draws positive comments for its appearance and feel. It has more character than plain utility-grade wood.

The .410 chambering is a real consideration. It's well-suited for small birds, clay target practice, or introducing new shooters to O/U handling, but the limited payload isn't ideal for larger game. Ammunition cost and availability also come up. .410 shells run more per round than 20 or 12 gauge and can be harder to find locally.

Some buyers note the price relative to competing models in the same gauge. Most find it reasonable for what you get, though opinions differ on how it stacks up against higher-end options.