Derya Arms, the Turkish powerhouse that’s been quietly revolutionizing affordable firearms, just dropped the EX1400—a 12-gauge side-by-side shotgun that’s poised to shake up the budget wingshooting game. At a street price of $699, this lightweight beauty rocks a mono-block steel receiver for durability without the heft, interchangeable chokes for versatility from dove fields to upland hunts, and a handsome Turkish walnut stock that screams classic style without the heirloom price tag. Available now through heavy-hitters like Bill Hicks, Lipsey’s, RSR, and Sports South, it’s not just another import; it’s engineered to slip through the gauntlet of restrictive states like California, Maryland, and Massachusetts, ticking all the compliance boxes from chamber length to featureless configs that blue-state hunters have been begging for.
What makes the EX1400 a 2A win? In a market flooded with overpriced Italian relics or plastic fantastic pumps, Derya delivers old-school side-by-side elegance at a fraction of the cost—think $1,500+ competitors getting lapped on value. Turkish manufacturing has leveled up dramatically, with mono-block construction rivaling European standards, and those interchangeable chokes mean one gun handles everything from skeet to small game without breaking the bank on extras. For the 2A community, this is gold: it expands access to traditional shotguns in restricted zones, undercutting anti-gun narratives that quality firearms are only for the elite. Priced to move, it’s a gateway for new shooters, budget-conscious dads introducing kids to the hunt, and even collectors who appreciate a no-frills double that punches above its weight.
The implications? Expect the EX1400 to flood dealer shelves and erode the import ban excuses from hoplophobes—proving market demand for compliant, reliable arms drives innovation. If Derya’s track record holds (spoiler: their ARs and pistols already dominate value tiers), this could spark a renaissance in affordable SxS shotguns, pressuring big names to drop prices or innovate. 2A enthusiasts, snag one before the hype builds; it’s not just a shotgun, it’s a statement that freedom shoots straight, even on a budget.
