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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about Retay shotguns, maintenance, warranty, and more.

1. What choke thread pattern does a Retay use?

Most Retay shotguns use a semi-proprietary Retay Marapro choke pattern. The thread pitch and outward appearance are identical to a Benelli Crio Plus, but the thread and collar outer diameters are smaller. Due to tolerances, sometimes a Crio Plus will fit in a Marapro-threaded barrel, but we cannot guarantee it. Marapro chokes will always fit in a Crio Plus barrel.

The below models use the following choke pattern:
Masai Mara 12ga MMT serial numbers under 500 (2019 manufacture) - Proprietary
Masai Mara (all gauges) - Marapro
Gordion Prior to June of 2023 (all gauges) - Marapro
Gordion July of 2023 (all gauges) - Crio Plus 
ACE Series (all gauges) - Crio Plus
 Gamelander 20ga - Crio Plus 
Gamelander .410 - Invector Short 
724 Patrol - Crio Plus GPS-XL - Marapro
GPS Tac-18 - Benelli Mobile or Marapro (see guide here)
GPS 28" Hunting Barrel - Marapro 
Antayla - Marapro

To verify your manufacture date, check your serial number. The two digits after the "73H" prefix will correlate to your manufacture date. E.g., "73H22" is a 2022 manufacture date. Some older generations do not follow the current serialization:

"17-" Masai Maras indicates a 2017-2018 manufacture date.
"MMT" Marai Mara prefix indicates an early 2019 manufacture date.
"M19" Masai Mara prefix indicates a late 2019 manufacture date.
"M20" Masai Mara prefix indicates a 2020 manufacture date.
"M21" Masai Mara prefix indicates a 2021 manufacture date.
"G19" Gordion prefix indicates a 2019 manufacture date.
"G20" Gordion prefix indicates a 2020 manufacture date.
"G21 Gordion prefix indicates a 2021 manufacture date.

2. Can I shoot steel through my Retay chokes?

The factory Retay flush C, IC, and M chokes are rated for steel shot. The factory flush IM and F chokes are not.

The Retay extended Waterfowl choke supplied with the ACE line is an extended IM rated for steel up to #1 shot.

The Retay extended Turkey 20ga choke supplied with the 20ga Turkey guns is a .565 constriction and is rated for TSS.

More choke tube information can be found here.

WARNING: SHOOTING STEEL AND/OR TUNGSTEN THROUGH THE FACTORY IM AND F CHOKES MAY CAUSE IRREPARABLE HARM TO THE FIREARM AND/OR SHOOTER

3. Can I shoot slugs through my Retay?

Retay shotguns can handle slugs. For solid slugs, ONLY use the C choke. For rifled slugs, ONLY use the factory C or IC chokes.

WARNING: SHOOTING SLUGS THROUGH THE FACTORY M, IM, AND F CHOKES MAY CAUSE IRREPARABLE HARM TO THE FIREARM AND/OR SHOOTER

4. Can I shoot buckshot through my Retay?

Yes. The factory Retay chokes can handle buckshot. See question 2 regarding steel buckshot.

5. What is the minimum load a Retay will cycle?

Retay Inertia-operated shotguns feature our factory-lengthened forcing cone in the barrel which greatly enhances pattern density and consistency as well as reduces back pressure and felt recoil. Our forcing cone works by eliminating the sharp forcing cone angle found in most shotguns allowing the shot to be conditioned as it smoothly transitions from the larger breach to the tighter bore.

The resulting smooth transition reduces pellet collision and pattern deformation. The low angle of the Retay forcing cone also reduces the recoil shockwave that is transferred to the Retay patented Inertia-Plus™ action.

Download Our Minimum Load Reference Guide

6. How do I submit a warranty claim?

Please fill out an online support ticket through our website (Contact Us) and describe the problem(s) you are having with your Retay. Please include your model and gauge in your support ticket.

If you are having cycling issues, please also include the shell brand, load weight in ounces, and velocity rating printed on the box. A Retay USA representative will respond to your support ticket within 48 hours.

7. I lost my Owner's Manual, how can I get one?

Owners' Manuals can be viewed and downloaded from our website: Click here for Manuals

8. My Retay does not fit me. How can I shim it?

The Retay Masai Mara and Gordion both come with stock shims to adjust your stock cast and drop at heel. Depending on your shooting stance, you may need to swap shims in order to properly mount the firearm.

Please refer to the Drop Change Schedule on page 92 of the pre-2021 user manuals, and page 20 of the 2021-current user manuals for drop change values.

See instructional video on our YouTube page. How-to Adjust Your Shims

9. I want to change the front sight on my Retay. What thread does it have?

The front sight base is threaded for M3x0.5/3-56"

10. My bolt handle won't come out. What do I do?

Retay autoloading shotguns manufactured after April 2021 have an adjustable set screw to set the preferred tension of the bolt handle. An instructional video can be found on our YouTube page.

11. There is a large spring freely moving back and forth inside my bolt. Is this normal?

This spring is the Inertia Spring, and is key to the Inertia-Plus™ action. When the bolt group is not in battery, the Inertia Spring is free to move back and forth inside the carrier. Tension is only placed on to the Inertia Spring when the bolt group is fully in battery.

12. What kind of maintenance do I need to perform on my Retay?

Proper care and maintenance are key to the longevity and reliability of your Retay shotgun. Retay USA recommends the following maintenance:

Bore: Run dry cleaning patches until clean after every outing
Choke: Remove choke, clean carbon and powder fouling, apply choke lube/oil after every outing
Bolt group: Clean carbon and powder fouling as necessary, oil bolt rails and cam lug surfaces as necessary
Trigger group: Clean carbon and powder fouling as necessary, oil hammer spring as necessary
Recoil assembly: Detail-strip, clean, and oil at the end of every season, or any time the buttstock or receiver are submerged in water

A detailed cleaning guide can be found on our YouTube page - Cleaning Guide

13. What does the Retay Warranty cover?

The Retay USA Limited Lifetime warranty covers any factory mechanical defects in materials or workmanship ensuring the functioning of your firearm.

The Retay USA warranty does not cover:

Misuse or accidents
Failures to provide proper care or maintenance
Failure to comply with instructions in the manual
Normal wear and tear resulting from the use of the firearm, including scratches, dents, and other cosmetic damage to the surface or finish parts in metal, wood, plastic, rubber, or other materials
Rust or corrosion
Obstructions in the barrel
Use of ammunition not compliant with SAAMI standards and/or loaded manually and/or reloaded
Products, parts, or services not manufactured, licensed, or supplied by Retay USA

14. I adjusted my shims now my gun will not cycle.

Please refer to your owner's manual for proper shim installation. The shims must be installed correctly for the action to cycle properly. If you continue to have issues after verifying proper installation, please contact us for assistance.

15. What type of shot can I shoot through the Retay factory chokes?

Please refer to questions 2, 3, and 4 above for detailed information about shot types compatible with Retay factory chokes. In summary:

Lead shot: All factory chokes (C, IC, M, IM, F)
Steel shot: C, IC, and M chokes only
Tungsten: C, IC, and M chokes only
Slugs: C choke only (solid slugs) or C/IC (rifled slugs)
Buckshot: All factory chokes (see steel buckshot restrictions)

16. What are the shell limitations for Retay Shotguns?

Shell length limitations:

· GPS-XL: Cannot feed 3.5" shells that measure over 3.1" / 3-1/8"

· Gordion, Antalya, and GPS: Cannot feed 3" shells that measure over 2.7" / 2-11/16"

· Masai Mara (all): No known restrictions

· ACE 3.5": Cannot feed 3.5" shells that measure over 3.1" / 3-1/10"

· ACE 3" (all gauges): Cannot feed 3" shells that measure over 2.7" / 2-11/16"

17. What are the threads/optic cut on the RXP-22 pistol?

The RXP-22 pistol is pre-cut for directly mounting RMR and RMSC optics.

RMR screw holes: Threaded for M3.5×0.6
RMSC screw holes: Threaded for M3x0.5
Universal optics plate: All screw holes are M3.5x0.6
Muzzle threads (threaded-barrel versions): Standard 1/2×28 threads

An additional universal optics plate is provided for most other optic footprints, but we cannot guarantee all optics will be compatible. As different optics require different screw types and heads, Retay USA does not provide mounting screws for any optics.

Specific M3.5×0.6 and M3x0.5 screws for your optic can be purchased from McMaster-Carr and other hardware retailers.

18. Where can I buy spare RXP-22 magazines/spare parts for my Retay?

RXP-22 magazines and other Retay parts can be purchased on our parts webstore: www.shopretay.com

19. What holster will fit the Retay RXP-22?

No dedicated aftermarket holsters are available for the RXP at this time, but the N8Tactical Multiflex Full Size holster by Crossbreed fits almost perfectly.

20. Will you be offering a pistol grip stock for the Masai Mara or ACE line?

We have no plans to introduce a pistol grip for the Mara or the ACE. The reason being the pistol grip will interfere with the patented "quick release" trigger system, thus causing the buttstock and grip to need to be removed before removing the trigger assembly, defeating the entire purpose of the "quick release" feature.

21. My bolt handle is too loose/too tight, how can this be fixed?

On the front of the bolt carrier of all Retay autoloaders circa 2021-current production, there is a 2.5mm allen set screw that adjusts tension on the bolt handles. Simply turn the screw and set it to your desired setting.

If your Retay shotgun is an older-generation and does not have this upgrade, please contact us if you are having issues with bolt handle retention.

Click here for a how-to video.

*See question 10 for additional information.

22. What is the thread pitch on the ACE optic screws?

The ACE and ACE-R 12ga are pre-drilled and tapped to use the Benelli M1/M4 footprint for optics rails and is threaded for M4x7 screws. Mounts and rails are widely available on the aftermarket. The subgauge ACE models are not drilled and tapped.

We initially planned for the subgauges to be drilled and tapped like the 12ga but that would mean making the barrel sleeve out of steel which would add about 1lb to the weight resulting in cycling issues due to it being inertia-driven. We chose cycling over optics.

23. Does Retay offer any options for a lefty?

Yes! Our only current left-eject model is the Gordion 12/28 Extra Black LH. More left-eject models and gauges will follow should this initial offering sell well.

All ACE and ACE-R models feature a reversible safety but are all right-eject.

If you have a legacy model that does not support a reversible safety, a reversible safety upgrade kit can be purchased on our parts webstore: www.shopretay.com

GPS and GPS-XL pump models are right-eject and right-hand-safety only at this time.

24. Can the Airy™ buttpad be swapped out for a short/longer length of pull?

Yes. The Retay Airy™ buttpad uses the Comfortech Plus mounting standard. Any Comfortech Plus buttpad will mount to an Airy™-compatible stock, but the buttpad footprint may be larger than our stock geometry.

25. What magazine extensions are available for Retay shotguns?

The Retay ACE and ACE-R lines accept Benelli/Breda magazine extensions. 922(r) rules apply.

The Retay Masai Mara, Antalya, and Gordion cannot accept magazine tube extensions.

26. What are the Retay ASEND chamber specifications?

RETAY Asend 22LR Rifles, built on a 700 Action platform and using the 10/22 compatible magazines, our match chamber increases sub-MOA at 50 yards with the use of high-quality lead ammunition, shot through our dead straight bore drilled barrels, combines all the features and benefits of world class accuracy straight out of the box.

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