One of the more unique firearms I came across during SHOT Show this year was from Turkish firearms company Derya Silah Sanayi, or Derya Hunting Arms. The new, patented Derya Mk-10 AR-style semi-auto shotguns present very interesting additions to the shotgun market, especially for law enforcement, military, or self-defense applications.

The Derya Mk-10 AR-style shotgun combines their Mk-10 shotgun with an AR-style lower.

The Derya Mk-10 AR-style shotguns (VR-100 and VR-101) have a 6-position collapsible stock, that also has a complete 180-degree folding option as well. The lower receiver is very similar to an AR-10 lower receiver complete with similar AR-style controls.The upper receiver; however, is a modification of Derya’s previous Mk-10 shotgun receiver. In this combination the Derya appears to be much different than other AR-shotguns that have taken a more AR-style and appearance.

This is the collapsible stock option with the addition of a foldable option as well.

The fixed stock has a similarly shaped buttstock as the collapsible, but is one solid piece.

The Derya folding stock is released by two button levers at the joint. It reaches a 180-degree fold through the articulating elbow.

The lower receiver is very similar to AR-style receivers, with only slight modifications.

The pistol grip is an A2-style grip, though slightly different on the front grip design. Manual safety, magazine release lever, and trigger system are all very similar to AR-style weapon systems. The charging handle is attached to the bolt and is manually locked open and released. The top receiver has a full-length Picatinny style rail for easy installation of optional optics and accessories.

The trigger group, magazine well, magazine release, and pistol grip.

The lower receiver is very similar to AR-style receivers, with only slight modifications.

The A2 style detachable front sight, choke style muzzle device, and full-length Picatinny rail.

The Derya Mk-10 VR-100 Specifications:

• Model VR-100 – Tactical polymer handguard, with bird case flash suppressor
• Model VR-101 – Traditional style polymer hand guard with small Picatinny bottom rail, muzzle brake style with breaching crown head
• Overall Length – (Approximate) 40″ extended, 37″ collapsed, ” folded (official measurements were not provided on the SHOT floor)
• Barrel Length – 18.5″ (470 mm) or 20.0″ (500 mm)
• Height – Not released at SHOT
• Weight – 8.38 lbs. (3.8 kg) unloaded)
• Gauge – 12 gauge only
• Chamber – 3″ (accepts 2.75″ and 3″ shells)
• Chokes – Choke with silencer (not suppressor), compatible with Beretta and Benelli chokes
• Action – Semi-auto, gas pressure system
• Ammunition feeding – MKA 1919, detachable, vertical box magazines
• Capacity – 2+1, 6+1, or 9+1
• Sights – A2 style adjustable and detachable rear sight on carry-handle; A2 style adjustable and detachable front sight
• MSRP – $699.00

The choke style muzzle pieces are hand screwed just like traditional shotgun chokes

The break-down of the Mk-10 VR-100 is achieved by pulling the bolt approximately half way back in the ejection port. This allows the locking bolt lever, located on the front, side of the lower receiver, to be turned releasing the two receivers. The Derya uses levers instead of traditional AR-style pins. The shooter then pulls back and downward on the lower receiver to separate the two receivers.

Donald “Ben” Bishop shows the first step of the Derya Mk-10 VR-100 break down. Note the locking lever in front and just above the magazine well, just to the left of the hand-guard.

The Derya Mk-10 VR-100 with the receivers separated for cleaning or maintenance.

Started in 2000, Derya already has produced a number of traditional semi-auto and pump shotguns; as well as, box magazine fed options. On the SHOT Show floor I got to talk with American importer, Donald “Ben” Bishop, of Advanced Tactical Imports (NOT to be confused with the “other” ATI importer). Based out of Huntsville, Alabama, Advanced Tactical Imports is currently the exclusive importer of Derya shotguns in the United States. Derya has already made a name for themselves, and established distribution in the European and Middle East firearm markets.

http://advancedtacticalimports.com

The Derya Headquarters building expresses the company commitment to modern design and manufacturing.