Fabarm Axis 12 Field Elite

The gun was first launched as a 20 bore about 3 years ago - the 12 bores are relatively new. The action, underneath the radical exterior, is typically Gardonne. It has split hinge pins but combines them with Browning style locking (like many Italian guns other than Beretta, Perazzi and Gamba). This system means the action is a little deeper - arguably more of an issue in 12 than a 20 (yet the test 12 looks pretty svelte and shows what may be accomplished with a little styling). The action design offers benefits too. It is very strong with lots of bearing surface. Notably, it allows for 3” chambers and high pressure proofing at 1630 BAR (which may become the new industry standard).