Issue 02 Preview – FN Herstal SLP Mark I Recoil Staff 1 Comments, Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Read our affiliate policy. Find out more about how we test products. FN's Full-Feature Shotgun During a zombie takeover of the planet, a shotgun can be your undisputed, best friend. Nothing can quite blow away the undead like a 12-gauge scattergun-just ask any of the characters from AMC's original series, The Walking Dead. In the real world, shotguns are employed in a myriad of roles, most notably in law enforcement and personal defense. Shotguns are also ideal in various sporting applications. A good semiautomatic shotgun can be an indispensable tool for just about any situation that calls for it. This is why it is imperative to get a good one from the start. Three words sum up our initial impression of FN Herstal's SLP Mark I: built to last. The SLP Mark I features a stout build and feels solid in your hands. Its surfaces all indicate a shotgun that can handle and dish out abuse. Every part of the gun, whether metal or plastic, seems to be made extra heavy-duty. MAKE: FN HERSTAL MODEL: SLP MARK I CALIBER: 12 GAUGE (2.75 INCHES AND 3 INCHES) BARREL LENGTH: 22 INCHES OVERALL LENGTH: 43 INCHES LENGTH OF PULL: 14 INCHES MAGAZINE CAPACITY: 8+1 WEIGHT UNLOADED: 8 POUNDS, 3 OUNCES MSRP: $ 1,349 URL: WWW.FNHUSA.COM For the rest of this article, subscribe digitally here: RECOIL Issue 2 Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
