Dickinson Arms Sidelite
Dickinson Arms · Shotgun · In Production · 2026
Also known as: Sidelite Series
Overview
The Dickinson Arms Sidelite is a sidelock-style side-by-side field shotgun introduced at the 2026 SHOT Show. Designed to deliver the timeless look and feel of a classic upland double gun without unnecessary weight, it features figured walnut stocks, an ornately engraved receiver, and a selectable single trigger. The 12-gauge ships with 28-inch barrels while the 20-, 28-gauge and .410-bore models use 26-inch barrels. The 12- and 20-gauge models are offered with either extractors or ejectors, while the 28-gauge and .410-bore have extractors.
Specifications
| Barrel Length | 711 mm (27.99") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 2 rounds |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | None |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12 ga, 12/70, 12/76
- 20 Gauge — also known as 20 ga, 20/70
- 28 Gauge — also known as 28 ga
- .410 Bore — also known as .410, 36 gauge
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Break Action Loading
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Automatic Safety
- Features: Side By Side Barrels, Selectable Single Trigger, Figured Walnut Stock, Ornate Engraved Receiver, Ejectors, Extractors, Interchangeable Chokes
Production
Production years: 2026-present
Origin
Country of origin: Turkey
Notes
Break-action double has no magazine; capacity is the two chambers. Manufactured in Turkey for Dickinson Arms. Introduced at SHOT Show 2026 (Booth #12853) at an SRP of around $790.
Background
Despite its name evoking a true sidelock, the Sidelite delivers the slim, elegant profile of a classic English-style upland double at a budget-friendly Turkish price, putting a hand-engraved game gun in reach of the everyday bird hunter.