Dakotazeb
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Browning made a " standard" 16 ga in addition to the Sweet Sixteen. The Sweet was lighter weight, had a gold trigger and the words "Sweet Sixteen" engraved on the left side of the receiver.
New Browning A5 in 16 ga.
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Browning made a " standard" 16 ga in addition to the Sweet Sixteen. The Sweet was lighter weight, had a gold trigger and the words "Sweet Sixteen" engraved on the left side of the receiver.
The recoil numbers posted on a previous message are approximate and come from the following sources: Handloaders Digest, Big Game Info., and Lyman Reloaders Handbook.
I'm just the messenger here...and curious. Some of the numbers will, of course, vary with gun type.
However, it's generally assumed: the lighter the gun, the greater the kick.
George and Patrick need to buy these guns and provide us with their results!
I'm just the messenger here...and curious. Some of the numbers will, of course, vary with gun type.
However, it's generally assumed: the lighter the gun, the greater the kick.
George and Patrick need to buy these guns and provide us with their results!
Dakotazeb
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Ditchmaster
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16 16 16 16
That sounds like money well invested.:thumbsup: I really like that they kept the gun pretty clean without ducks on the side of it. Has anybody checked out the Browning ammo line to see if they are making anything specifically for the new auto. Here in Montana gun weight can drag a guy down as the flushes are few and far between. When I win the lotto tonight we are all getting a new one!
How about fronting us some cash to make the purchase. You can write it off to R & D.
That sounds like money well invested.:thumbsup: I really like that they kept the gun pretty clean without ducks on the side of it. Has anybody checked out the Browning ammo line to see if they are making anything specifically for the new auto. Here in Montana gun weight can drag a guy down as the flushes are few and far between. When I win the lotto tonight we are all getting a new one!
I'll PM you my address.:cheers:
I may look at them after I can actually get my hands on one. I don't have a lot of guns (2x .22's, 2x .28 ga, 2x .358 Win and one 16. I may need one to go with my 1958 Mdl 12 16ga. But it will have to be lighter than it and handle just as well. I seriously doubt the Browning will break under 6 lbs. Not worried about recoil.
Dakotazeb
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I called a local gun shop and they indicated they had a number of the new Sweets on order. Probably be sometime in the summer when they hit the ground. They already have a list of potential buyers so I got my name on the list and will get a call when they arrive. This is damn near like a kid waiting for Christmas!
BleuBijou
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I called a local gun shop and they indicated they had a number of the new Sweets on order. Probably be sometime in the summer when they hit the ground. They already have a list of potential buyers so I got my name on the list and will get a call when they arrive. This is damn near like a kid waiting for Christmas!
You the man!!!! I have a number of guns that I want all the sudden.Seems like 1 out of 5 years I find something I really like, now to figure out how to pay for a few!! What was the price of the new Sweets? Usually a couple hundred less than MSRP in most cases. But these will surely be a hot seller...:10sign:
Dakotazeb
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I didn't even ask price. Figure I need to handle one and see if I like it first. Then I'll talk price and try to figure out how to pay for it. Might sell my '60 Sweet or maybe a rifle or two I don't use anymore.
TennesseeTraveler
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I was trying to stay away from this gun. However, everyone's excitement is starting to drive me crazy. I was 60% of the way to saving for a nice 9 millimeter or .40 cal but I may just keep on saving a see how close I can come before I can handle one.
slidellkid
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Do the new sweet sixteens come in a satin or oiled finish or anything besides that 1970s high gloss crap they put on most of their guns?
Dakotazeb
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From the only photo on their web site it would appear that the new Sweets are only being rolled out in the gloss finish. That could change I suppose depending on the guns success. It appears they won't be available until sometime this summer at the earliest.
It's fairly easy to change the hi-gloss finish to a duller look - brush on flat or satin. You may have to lightly steel wool the existing finish first...check on line for ideas.
My guns get bounced around in the back of pick-up trucks, in and out of vehicles and hit by branches; the finish takes a beating and gets that "used" look quickly!
My guns get bounced around in the back of pick-up trucks, in and out of vehicles and hit by branches; the finish takes a beating and gets that "used" look quickly!
Dakotazeb
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You're kidding, Jon?? Buy a new $1,500 shotgun and start messing with the stock? Not me. I am very careful with my guns and even after a decade of hunting they will show very few nicks or scratches. Always in a padded soft case when in a vehicle.
I guess if I didn't like the finish, I would attempt to change the look. The hard factory finish does protect the wood well.
I'm glad I have a black plastic stock on the A5 - no more concerns about wood issues! I'm not concerned how pretty they look, just so they shoot and perform without jamming issues.
Just this old hunter's take...
I'm glad I have a black plastic stock on the A5 - no more concerns about wood issues! I'm not concerned how pretty they look, just so they shoot and perform without jamming issues.
Just this old hunter's take...
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slidellkid
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I just that high gloss plastic finish they put on most of their guns. The gloss gets scratched up and looks like crap. I much prefer a satin or oiled finish and when you do get a scratch it just looks a little antiqued.
Bismuth from kent
I just noticed that kent is making bismuth for 16 gauge. You gotta think that would be easier to get and cheaper than their TM. To get back into a new modern sweet 16 at 5.75lbs is a real uplifter for me because I sold one that looked darn near new. I got stenosis and disc issues so you never know how long you got. Im lightening up big time with a game bag and Havocs are really light on your feet. This gun could really help. Hunting in pain takes some of the fun out of it and really slows you down. It wont kick as bad as a Benelli UL I think/hope.
I just noticed that kent is making bismuth for 16 gauge. You gotta think that would be easier to get and cheaper than their TM. To get back into a new modern sweet 16 at 5.75lbs is a real uplifter for me because I sold one that looked darn near new. I got stenosis and disc issues so you never know how long you got. Im lightening up big time with a game bag and Havocs are really light on your feet. This gun could really help. Hunting in pain takes some of the fun out of it and really slows you down. It wont kick as bad as a Benelli UL I think/hope.
spoonbill82
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Heard the A5 16ga might start shipping to gun shops in May or June.
A5 Sweet 16
I ordered one on Friday. $1450 plus $55 shipping and insurance. Could be May or early summer before I see it. I just wanted to make sure I got one for the fall because I sold my 20 gauge. All I have left is my Sig 40 S&W and their hard to hit with that gun, especially on the fly.
I ordered one on Friday. $1450 plus $55 shipping and insurance. Could be May or early summer before I see it. I just wanted to make sure I got one for the fall because I sold my 20 gauge. All I have left is my Sig 40 S&W and their hard to hit with that gun, especially on the fly.