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Eric
23 April 2015, 00:45
http://www.winchesterguns.com/library/articles/detail.asp?id=709

Winchester Repeating Arms has discovered that a limited number of SXP (3 ½" chamber) shotguns (also called the Super X Pump) may, under certain circumstances, unintentionally discharge while closing the action. Failure to return any affected shotguns for inspection and/or repair may create a risk of harm, including serious personal injury or death.

If you own one of the following firearms, please immediately contact our Winchester Consumer Administrative Center to find out if your firearm is affected and should be returned. Please be prepared to provide the serial number of your firearm.

CHAMBER GAUGE BARREL LENGTH
SXP WATERFOWL HUNTER 3 1/2" 12 26" or 28"
SXP BLACK SHADOW 3 1/2" 12 26" or 28"
SXP TURKEY HUNTER 3 1/2" 12 24"
SXP LONG BEARD 3 1/2" 12 24"

Eric
23 April 2015, 00:50
Great video showing the defective shotgun firing when the action is cycled. Now that is scary!

https://youtu.be/rBX7mEBVOao

Deadwing
23 April 2015, 01:42
WTF...

KW900A
12 May 2015, 05:30
Ah hell, I own one of these. Guess I better call. Thanks for the heads up...

KW900A
12 May 2015, 09:02
Well I've been cleared, but thanks for sharing. I posted this to my page as well.