Recoil was negligible and the J.P. Came back on target very rapidly. It is important to note that unlike many other European/German handguns that the J.P. Sauer and Sohn does employ a magazine release button as opposed to the 'heel based' magazine catch on the P-38 and other handguns. J.P.Sauer & Sohn in Suhl was the oldest and one of the most important gun maker in Suhl when American troops arrived in 1945 and took over both the factory and the Sauer residences. When Russian troops took over about three months later they eventually handed the properties over to a Communist Government. SAUER & SOHN, J. A 12- or 20-gauge boxlock double-barrel shotgun, with 26', 28' or 30' barrels. Single-selective triggers, with automatic ejectors. Frame is scalloped. Blued, with checkered walnut stock. Manufactured from 1955 to 1977. Gun Type: Shotgun.