Thinking about a new gun, suggestions?

benelli-banger said:
Steal some $, sell your body, buy used, or some of each….i can’t speak highly enough of the Benelli ultralight…mine is a 12 gauge…6 lbs…3 shell capacity…I have lots of guns, this would be my go-to if my life depended on hitting the target. The most important thing is the fit, and you can use shims to create the proper fit with this gun. Lots of good guns out there, what feels good and fits you is key. If you’re near Duluth you’re welcome to borrow mine and shoot clays.
Click to expand...
X2 I have few guns I like....I love this one
 
One I forgot to mention that is sweet but very tough to find is a Franchi 620 variopress. Had mine for 20 years and will use it for 20 more if Im able. It’s a very light 20 gauge. There was one in GB a few months ago Im kinda kicking myself for not grabbing.
 
I wouldn't go super light if you want to use it with magnum shells.

The recoil is pretty awful. I refuse to use anything bigger than a 2 3/4 inch shell with my benelli.
 
Look for a good condition Remington 1100 lt weight 20 gauge. They are a joy to carry and I use it almost exclusively in SD on pheasants.
 
My advice is always the same, go to the gun store and pull up as many shotguns as you can and remove the ones that don't fit quite right. Pull up with your eyes closed and then open them. Some guns pull up right on the money and others have the barrel up to high, some too low, etc. This method is how I landed on Franchi Affinity.
 
Golden Hour said:
My advice is always the same, go to the gun store and pull up as many shotguns as you can and remove the ones that don't fit quite right. Pull up with your eyes closed and then open them. Some guns pull up right on the money and others have the barrel up to high, some too low, etc. This method is how I landed on Franchi Affinity.
Click to expand...
Saved me typing, well said.
 
All of the previous posts mention good guns. Most north, some well north, of your $1000. If that's the range you want to stay in I would look at a Winchester SX4. I've shot them on multiple occasions and they shoot well. I own a Maxus II which shares the same gas system and have had zero issues with it shooting everything from trap/dove loads on up to turkey loads.
 
BigRand said:
All of the previous posts mention good guns. Most north, some well north, of your $1000. If that's the range you want to stay in I would look at a Winchester SX4. I've shot them on multiple occasions and they shoot well. I own a Maxus II which shares the same gas system and have had zero issues with it shooting everything from trap/dove loads on up to turkey loads.
Click to expand...
I have a Maxus II wicked wing. Soft shooting but I much prefer the Benellis.
 
benelli-banger said:
Beware the Benelli “click” on the old models! The bolt becomes unseated, even 1/128”, and it doesn’t fire…happens! You have to be attentive anytime you close the bolt, or touch it. Happens to me once or more per season and there’s a bird flying away! The new ones supposedly are cured of this, thanks to the new ethos action. If you’re firm on price, I’d look at older beretta’s…12 gauge.
Click to expand...
I am constantly messing with my action to make sure it's closed when I carry my SBE 1 in the field. I've heard the click no less than 25 times since purchasing this gun new in 2003. 100% of the time when this happens, it's a rooster, it's in range, and seems like most of the time, it was always one of the few "gimmie" birds you have all season.
I used to get so mad, I would have a toddler meltdown fit. Now that I've matured, I get mad and have a grown man temper tantrum!
 
Carguy2Banker said:
I am constantly messing with my action to make sure it's closed when I carry my SBE 1 in the field. I've heard the click no less than 25 times since purchasing this gun new in 2003. 100% of the time when this happens, it's a rooster, it's in range, and seems like most of the time, it was always one of the few "gimmie" birds you have all season.
I used to get so mad, I would have a toddler meltdown fit. Now that I've matured, I get mad and have a grown man temper tantrum!
Click to expand...
I remember one of mine, about 3 years ago…that rooster flew right over me…it was the most beautiful, colorful bird I’ve ever seen…my buddy was on the other side and couldn’t shoot…reminded me of the time Bo Derek tried to seduce me, but I couldn’t perform, and I dropped my viagra pill and we couldn’t find it…she looked and looked, I gave up. I was thinking about that rooster and the click…😆
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top