Zoli Z-Gun
Antonio Zoli S.p.A. · Shotgun · In Production · 2010
Also known as: Zoli Z Gun
Overview
The Zoli Z-Gun is a premium 12-gauge over-and-under break-action shotgun produced by Italian gunmaker Antonio Zoli of Gardone Val Trompia. Engineered primarily for clay-target disciplines, it is built around a forged stainless-steel monobloc action housing a Boss-type locking system and an easily extractable, adjustable detachable trigger group. The Z-Gun family offers silver-soldered barrels in lengths of 71, 75, 78 and 81 cm with a 76 mm (3 inch) chamber and interchangeable chokes, and forms the platform from which the later Z-Sport competition line was developed.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3850 g (135.8 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1230 mm (48.43") |
| Barrel Length | 760 mm (29.92") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Selective |
| Trigger Pull | 15 N (3.4 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 2 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Internal |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Smoothbore |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12ga, 12 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Break Action Two Barrel
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Barrel Selector
- Features: Over Under Barrels, Monobloc Action, Boss Locking System, Detachable Trigger Group, Interchangeable Chokes, Silver Soldered Barrels, Adjustable Trigger
Variants
- Zoli Z-Sport — Sporting
- Zoli XL-Evo — Competition
Production
Production years: 2010-present
Hand-finished competition shotgun produced in limited annual numbers
Origin
Country of origin: Italy
Designer: Antonio Zoli
Notes
The Z-Gun designation covers a family of Zoli over-under sporting shotguns; the Z-Sport and XL-Evo are competition-oriented developments of the same action.
Background
Antonio Zoli is one of the oldest gunmaking houses in Gardone Val Trompia, with roots tracing back to the 16th century; the modern firm has remained family-owned since the post-WWII era.