Fabarm XLR5 Waterfowler Micro 12 Gauge, 28" Semi-Auto, 3" Chamber, OD Green/TrueTimber Viper Western, TRIBORE HP, Pulse Piston Gas
This Fabarm XLR5 Waterfowler Micro is a 12-gauge, gas-operated semi-auto built for hard-use waterfowling. It features a 28" TRIBORE HP barrel with a ventilated rib, a red fiber-optic front bead, and a robust Pulse Piston gas system. The receiver wears an OD-green finish matched to a TrueTimber Viper Western camo synthetic stock and fore-end. It is steel-shot proofed and overpressure tested to 1630 bar, made in Italy, and this example is custom-fitted with a Muller H2O EXIS HP choke in the barrel.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: The receiver shows minor scratches and light finish wear. The firearm presents in very good shape.
What’s Included
- Fabarm owner's manual
- Fabarm-branded case
- Choke removal tool
- Fabarm Inner HP Extended Xtreme Full (F) choke tube
- Fabarm Inner HP 12 GA flush choke tubes: Medium (M) 5/10, Long (IM) 7/10, Xtreme (F) 9/10
- 'Decoy' extended choke tube (installed)
The XLR5 Waterfowler Micro uses Fabarm's Pulse Piston gas system to deliver consistent cycling across varied hunting loads. It is configured with a 3" chamber and a 3+1 capacity, providing a solid balance for waterfowl scenarios.
The 28" steel TRIBORE HP barrel includes a ventilated rib and a red fiber-optic front bead for fast target acquisition. This shotgun is set up with the Fabarm HP choke system and is currently fitted with a Muller H2O EXIS HP choke in the barrel.
Exterior appointments include an OD-green receiver and magazine cap paired with TrueTimber Viper Western camo on the synthetic stock and fore-end. A rubber recoil pad and a 14.25" length of pull round out the stock setup, while a cross-bolt safety provides intuitive operation.
Proof marks note overpressure testing to 1630 bar and steel-shot proof, reinforcing suitability for modern non-toxic waterfowl loads. Markings include FABARM USA – Cambridge, MD and the IT23 designation, and the shotgun is made in Italy.