The Winchester SXP Turkey Hunter is a pump-action shotgun built specifically for turkey hunting. It chambers 3.5-inch shells in 12 gauge and ships with an Extra Full Turkey choke that tightens the shot pattern at the longer distances turkey hunting often demands. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: SXP Turkey Hunter 
• Action: Pump Action 
• Caliber/Gauge: 12 Gauge 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Overall Length: 45 inches 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds 
• Weight: 6 lbs. 10 oz. 
• Finish: Mossy Oak DNA Camo 
• Chamber Size: 3.5 inches 
• Choke Type: Extra Full Turkey Choke 
• Sights: TruGlo Fiber-optic Front Sight with Adjustable Rear Sight 
   

Detailed Features 

• Pump Action: The SXP's pump cycles quickly and reliably across different load types, which matters when a second shot opportunity comes fast. 
• Mossy Oak DNA Finish: Full-coverage camo on the stock and receiver helps the gun disappear in typical turkey terrain. 
• Extra Full Turkey Choke: Maximizes pattern density at the ranges where most turkey shots happen. 
• Inflex Technology Recoil Pad: Reduces felt recoil, which is relevant when running heavy 3.5-inch loads. 
• TruGlo Fiber-optic Sights: The fiber-optic front paired with an adjustable rear sight gives a clear sight picture in low morning light. 
   
  At 6 lbs. 10 oz. and 45 inches overall, the SXP Turkey Hunter is light enough to carry through brush without fatigue. The 24-inch barrel is a reasonable compromise between the tight pattern a full choke needs and the maneuverability required in a ground blind.

Turkey hunters who use the SXP generally describe it positively. The lightweight build gets mentioned often. At under 7 pounds it is notably easier to carry than heavier turkey guns, which matters on long walks to a setup location. The Mossy Oak DNA camo is considered effective by hunters who have used it in the field.

The pump action draws a few comments from shooters coming from semi-autos: there is a real manual cycling requirement that takes some repetitions to make reflexive. Most hunters consider this a manageable tradeoff given the reliability benefit. Recoil with 3.5-inch turkey loads is substantial, and a handful of users mention it. The Inflex pad helps but does not eliminate the kick of a heavy charge in a light gun.

The adjustable fiber-optic sights are well regarded, especially for early-morning low-light conditions. Overall feedback is practical rather than effusive. Hunters find it does its job reliably, which is the main thing they care about.