Shotguns / Yildiz

Yildiz

Turkish shotgun manufacturer from Burdur producing 50,000-55,000 guns annually, started with side-by-sides, adding semi-autos and over-unders since 1994.

Country: Turkey
Founded: 1974
Status: Active

History

Founded in 1974 (or 1975 in small Bayır workshop) by father of current chairman Adem Kuzu. Located in Burdur industrial zone, Turkey (80 miles north of Antalya). Started with very small shop, first product was side-by-side shotgun. Added semi-automatic shotguns, began making over-unders in 1994. Now produces 50,000-55,000 guns annually, mostly over-unders.

Shotgun Models

Competition and hunting shotguns