Modern Classics
DU’s Gun of the Year program has been going strong for half a century. Here’s a look at some of the most memorable shotguns in the collection
Sep. 01, 2023 – Photography by John Hoffman John Hoffman, DU This year marks the 50th anniversary of Ducks Unlimited’s Gun of the Year program, which has raised more than $250 million for wetlands and waterfowl conservation. In 1973, DU’s first Gun of the Year was a lavishly decorated Remington 1100, and it set the pattern for the popular program of custom guns that are only available through DU events. Made in a limited edition of 500, with serial numbers DU1 to DU500, that first gun
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