How to Get Hawrthons Field Forged Shotgun: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Hawthorne’s Field-Forged Shotgun is one of those classic Destiny 2 weapons that refuses to die. Suraya Hawthorne’s personal scattergun has been around since the early days, and thanks to reissues and updated perk pools, Guardians are still hunting for the perfect roll. Here is everything you need to know to get one.

What Is Hawthorne’s Field-Forged Shotgun?

Hawthorne’s Field-Forged Shotgun is a Legendary Kinetic shotgun with a Lightweight Frame. That frame gives it superb handling and lets you move faster while it is equipped — perfect for aggressive, in-your-face playstyles.

Its flavor text says it all: “What am I supposed to put here? ‘It’s a gun. Kill bad guys with it.'” — Suraya Hawthorne.

Key stats to know:

• Archetype: Lightweight Frame (fast handling, move faster)
• Rounds per minute: 80
• Magazine: 7
• Strengths: great handling, solid impact, good aim assist

How to Get It: Every Drop Source

The shotgun is a world drop, which means several sources can give it to you:

1. Legendary engrams. Any Legendary engram you decrypt has a chance to turn into this shotgun. Play anything, open everything.
2. EDZ rank-up packages. Rank up with Devrim Kay in the EDZ (European Dead Zone). His rank-up packages can drop it. In the original release, you could also buy it directly from him for EDZ tokens and Legendary Shards.
3. Gunsmith engrams. Ranking up with Banshee-44 at the Gunsmith can reward it.
4. Faction rank-up packages. Ranking up any faction can drop it as an additional reward.
5. Seasonal playlists. Updated versions have appeared in seasonal loot pools — for example, dropping from Vanguard and seasonal activity completions.

The Best Way to Farm It

Since it is a world drop, there is no single guaranteed farm. But you can tilt the odds:

• Grind EDZ activities. Public events, Lost Sectors, and patrols in the EDZ earn you EDZ rank-up progress with Devrim Kay — the most targeted source.
• Turn in Gunsmith materials. Dump weapon parts and materials at Banshee-44 for engrams.
• Play a lot, decrypt a lot. The more Legendary engrams you open, the better your chances. Strikes, Crucible, and Gambit all rain engrams.
• Check seasonal loot pools. When a new version is in the seasonal pool, farm that season’s playlist activities for the best drop rate.

For more farming help, see our Destiny 2 Legendary engram farming guide and our best shotguns in Destiny 2 roundup.

God Rolls to Chase

Once you get one, you want the right perks. Here are the community-favorite rolls:

Best PvE Roll

• One-Two Punch — hitting with every pellet boosts your melee damage. Amazing on punch-heavy builds.
• Grave Robber — melee kills reload the magazine. Pairs perfectly with One-Two Punch.
• Lead from Gold — picking up Heavy ammo reloads the weapon. Great for ammo economy.

Best PvP Roll

• Full Auto Trigger System — hold the trigger for full-auto fire. Huge in close duels.
• Opening Shot — more range and accuracy on the first shot of the magazine.
• Eye of the Storm — better accuracy and handling as your health drops. Clutch perk.

Common Mistakes

• Expecting a guaranteed drop. It is RNG. You might get three in a day or none for a month. Keep at it.
• Ignoring the EDZ. Newer players skip old destinations, but Devrim Kay’s packages are one of the most direct sources.
• Deleting good rolls. Check the perks before dismantling! A One-Two Punch roll is worth keeping even on an old copy.
• Using it at long range. It is a shotgun. Get close. That is the whole job.

FAQs

Is Hawthorne’s Field-Forged Shotgun still obtainable in 2026?

Yes. As a world drop available from Legendary engrams and rank-up packages, it remains obtainable. Updated versions also appear in seasonal loot pools.

Can you buy it from a vendor?

In the original release, Devrim Kay sold it for EDZ tokens and Legendary Shards. That direct purchase is long gone — now it is engram and rank-up RNG.

Is it good for PvP?

Yes, with the right roll. Full Auto Trigger System plus range perks make it a strong close-range duelist. Check current stats on Mobalytics and the Destiny 2 Wiki.

What is the curated roll?

The classic curated roll features the Lightweight Frame intrinsic with solid handling perks. Modern reissues have expanded perk pools including Slideshot, Threat Detector, and Sleight of Hand.

Does it work with Stasis builds?

Yes. Newer Stasis versions pair well with freeze-and-shatter playstyles — freeze an enemy, then follow up with a point-blank blast.

What power level does it drop at?

Like other world drops, it scales with your current power level, up to the current cap. Higher Guardian Rank and Power can affect the tier of seasonal versions.

Conclusion

Hawthorne’s Field-Forged Shotgun is a Destiny 2 classic for a reason: fast handling, hard hits, and a perk pool that keeps it relevant. Farm EDZ rank-ups, open every Legendary engram, and watch seasonal loot pools for updated versions. When that One-Two Punch roll finally drops, you will know the grind was worth it.

Eyes up, Guardian.