Black Aces Pro Series L (Lever 12)
Black Aces Tactical · Shotgun · In Production · 2020
Also known as: Lever 12, Pro Series L, SMAX-L, BATPSLW
Overview
The Black Aces Pro Series L (marketed as the Lever 12) is a modern lever-action 12 gauge shotgun reminiscent of the classic Winchester Model 1887. It pairs an 18.5-inch barrel with a 39-inch overall length, a tubular 5+1 magazine, and a lightweight aluminum receiver that keeps weight to roughly 6.4 lb. The enlarged loop lever cycles 2.75-inch and 3-inch shells, and the barrel accepts Benelli Mobil-style choke tubes. Because it is lever-operated it is legal in all 50 states. The L family spans synthetic and walnut furniture in black and silver receiver finishes, plus a Tactical version with rails and upgraded furniture.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2903 g (102.4 oz) |
| Overall Length | 991 mm (39.02") |
| Barrel Length | 470 mm (18.50") |
| Action Type | Lever Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Tube |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Smoothbore |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Synthetic |
| Finish | Matte Black |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12 ga, 12 bore
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Tubular Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Crossbolt Safety
- Features: Lever Action, Tubular Magazine, Benelli Mobil Chokes, Fixed Front Sight, Lightweight Aluminum Receiver, 3 Inch Chamber, Enlarged Loop Lever
Variants
- Black Aces Pro Series L Tactical — Tactical
- Black Aces Pro Series L, Black on Natural Walnut — Wood Furniture
- Black Aces Pro Series L, Black on Black Walnut — Wood Furniture
- Black Aces Pro Series L, Silver on Black Walnut — Wood Furniture
- Black Aces Pro Series L, Silver on Natural Walnut — Wood Furniture
Production
Production years: 2020-present
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Notes
MSRP from $400. 14.25-inch length of pull, fixed front post sight, Benelli Mobil chokes included. Externally resembles a semi-auto but is manually operated. Offered with synthetic, natural-walnut, and black-walnut stocks in black or silver receiver finishes; a Tactical variant adds rails.
Background
The Pro Series L revived the lever-action shotgun for the modern tactical market, echoing the lever guns of the Old West while feeding 3-inch magnum 12 gauge shells; American Rifleman featured it as a Gun of the Week.