Is Your Shotgun Ready for Spring Turkey?
Gear Up for Gobblers: The Ultimate Guide to EGW Turkey Hunting Parts
There is nothing quite like the thunder of a spring gobble cutting through the morning mist. It’s a sound that drives hunters to wake up long before dawn, sit motionless for hours, and obsess over their gear. Turkey hunting has evolved significantly in the last decade. Gone are the days of "aiming at the wattle" with a simple bead sight and hoping for the best.
Modern turkey hunting demands precision. With the advent of Tungsten Super Shot (TSS) and specialized turkey chokes, patterns at 40 yards are tighter than ever before. This increased range and density mean that your point of aim must be dead-on. If your bead is slightly off, you might miss the bird entirely. This is why red dots and low-power scopes have become the new standard in the turkey woods. To run those optics effectively, you need a mounting system that can handle the recoil of a 3.5" magnum shell without shifting zero.
We combed through the entire Evolution Gun Works catalog to find every part specifically designed to help you bag your bird this season. From dedicated single-shot mounts to heavy-duty rails for pump-action workhorses, we have you covered.
1. The Single-Shot Specialists
Lightweight, maneuverable, and deadly effective. Single-shot turkey guns like the Savage 301 and Henry H015 are dominating the woods. We build rock-solid mounts to turn these minimalists into precision machines.
- Savage 301 .410 Picatinny Rail: A one-piece base designed specifically for the popular .410 "Turkey & Small Game" models. It provides a solid multi-slot rail for mounting your preferred optic.
- Savage 301 12/20 Gauge Picatinny Rail: The heavy-duty counterpart for the 12 and 20 gauge versions of the 301, built to withstand heavier recoil.
- Henry Single Shot (H015) Rail: The Henry Single Shot shotgun is another favorite for TSS builds. Our rail allows you to easily mount a red dot or scope to this break-action platform.
- Savage 301 Red Dot Sight Mount: If you prefer a lower profile, this adapter plate mounts directly to the barrel. It fits popular footprints like the Vortex Venom and Burris FastFire, keeping your head low on the stock.
2. Pump Action Powerhouses
Reliability is king. If you trust a pump-action shotgun for your turkey hunting, we have the mount to match its ruggedness.
- Savage / Stevens 320 Picatinny Rail: The Stevens 320 is a high-value turkey gun. Our rail fits the receiver perfectly, giving you a top-tier mounting solution for an affordable shotgun.
- Winchester SXP / 1300 Rail: Designed for the "Speed Pump." Whether you shoot the classic 1300 or the modern SXP, this rail ensures your optic stays put through the heaviest magnum loads.
- Benelli SuperNova Pump Rail: The SuperNova is a tank of a shotgun. Our rail mounts securely to the receiver, perfect for those running 3.5" shells.
- Remington 870 HD Rail: An upgrade for the most popular shotgun in history. Our Heavy Duty (HD) rail for the 870 is machined from 7075 aluminum for maximum strength.
- Mossberg 500 / 835 Rail: Fits the 835 Ulti-Mag, the original 3.5" magnum turkey gun. A must-have for Mossberg owners.
3. Semi-Auto Perfection
For those who want faster follow-up shots and reduced recoil, we make rails for the top semi-autos in the game.
- Savage Renegauge Rail: A unique rib-mounted rail for the Renegauge Turkey models.
- Stoeger M3000 / M3500 Rail: Fits the popular Stoeger inertia guns, often chosen for their reliability in harsh weather.
- Tristar Viper Red Dot Mount: A dedicated low-profile mount for Tristar semi-autos.
4. Universal Solutions
Don't see your specific model? If your receiver is drilled and tapped, we likely still have a solution.
- Universal Red Dot Mount (.670" Radius): Fits receivers with a .670" radius (common on many Benelli, Browning, and Winchester models).
- Universal Red Dot Mount (.468" Radius): Designed for receivers with a tighter .468" radius.
Quick Reference: Mount Compatibility
| Shotgun Model | Best EGW Part for Turkey Hunting | Action Type |
|---|---|---|
| Savage / Stevens 301 | Savage 301 Rail | Single Shot |
| Savage / Stevens 320 | Stevens 320 Rail | Pump Action |
| Winchester SXP / 1300 | Winchester SXP Rail | Pump Action |
| Benelli SuperNova | SuperNova Rail | Pump Action |
| Henry Single Shot (H015) | Henry H015 Rail | Single Shot |
| Remington 870 | HD 870 Rail | Pump Action |