The KS7 Tactical Titanium is KelTec's bullpup 12 gauge: an 18.5-inch barrel inside a 26.1-inch overall length, achieved by setting the pump action behind the grip. Weight is 5.9 pounds. The internal tube under the barrel holds seven rounds for 7+1 total, and the chamber is cut for 3-inch shells. Spent hulls drop straight down rather than flying out one side, so it shoulders the same from either side. Fiber optic sights, a vertical pistol grip, a manual safety and sling attachment points are standard, and the finish is a stainless silver tone.

KelTec built this for tight spaces, and in Connecticut that reads as a home-defense gun first. Connecticut's deer rules list a 12 gauge with single projectiles for private land during the November 18 to December 8 season, and state land in those dates is open to shotguns and muzzleloaders only, so the short bullpup is not limited to the house.

Key features

• Bullpup pump action, 26.1 inches overall
• 18.5-inch barrel, 3-inch chamber
• 7+1 capacity from internal tube magazine
• Downward ejection for either shoulder
• Fiber optic sights, vertical pistol grip, 5.9 pounds

The KS7 ships to a Connecticut FFL dealer you choose, who completes the state background check before transfer.