NRA Gun of the Week: EAA Churchill 620 Optics Tactical

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posted on August 6, 2021
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Imported to U.S. shores by European American Armory Corp., (EAA) with duty-ready capability and a red-dot optic attached is the the Akkar Churchill 620. This latest pump-action shotgun from EAA features a refined aluminum receiver with integral Picatinny rail and comes chambered for 20 gauge, offering the market a versatile package at an affordable price.

right side black shotgun pump-action gun text on image noting "EAA CHURCHILL 620 OPTICS TACTICAL"

The Churchill 620’s improved receiver comes fitted with an 18.5” barrel that is threaded for choke tubes; a breaching extended tube is included with recoil-mitigating ports. Combining the barreled action with ruggedized, synthetic furniture provides for a pump-action an overall length of 37.5” with a weight of 5 lbs.

shotgun receiver left side metal optic gun parts

Should you choose to fire magnum-charged loads, the 620 is capable with a 3”-long chamber. Functioning the gun is reminiscent of other designs. There is bolt unlock lever just in front of the spacious trigger guard. EAA provides a manual, crossbolt-style safety at the rear of the trigger guard.

black cylinder barrel shotgun parts gun choke saw teeth spikes holes

Watch our NRA Gun of the Week video to learn more about the EAA Corp., AKKAR Churchill 620 Optics Tactical shotgun.

Churchill 620 Optics Tactical Specifications
Importer: European American Armory Corporation
Action Type: pump-action shotgun
Chambering: 20 gauge; 3”
Receiver: aluminum
Barrel: 18.5” steel
Stock: black synthetic
LOP: 14.25”
Sights: wing-protected, fiber-optic
Magazine: five-round, tubular
Overall Length: 37.5”
Weight: 5 lbs.
MSRP: $427

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