[i-SHOT]

Hey guys,

Question. I'm looking to get an autoloader for SC and I just found out that a friend has both, the Silver Mallard used and the 11-87 brand new. We've not discussed money just yet, however, that aside, I feel like it's a toss up.

Which would you go for? Thanks.

[Will Fennell]

The BERETTA 390 is the best semi-auto shotgun I have ever fired....period. I have around 150k round through a 390, and its still going strong. Easy to maintain....rugged internal parts[no synthetic rings!]. The stock features a user adjustable shim system that will aloow you to "fit" the gun to the shooter.

Get the 390 and don't look back!

[bamf]

for SC, the 390 no doubt...the 1187 tends not to hold up under heavy shooting.

[HSMITH]

The Beretta is many times more gun than the 11-87. Buy the Beretta.

[Dave McCracken]

Beretta....

[i-SHOT]

Oi.... Pretty overwhelming in Beretta's favor, I must say. Thanks, guys. The Beretta it is then.

[Joe Mamma]

What is the difference between a Beretta 390 and 391, or are they the same thing?

I am also looking for an autoloader for skeet/trap/sc. Is there a particular version or sub-model of the Beretta autoloader that is better suited for this than the others.

Joe Mamma

[JohnRov]

391 is the updated version of the 390. They have competition 391 models. Try this link http://www.beretta.com/home_2002.asp

I got a 391 field, put a second bead on it, and use a strap on comb raising kit for trap because I needed an all-purpose gun. It works fine as I am just getting into shotgunning.

[Joe Mamma]

JohnRov, thanks for the link.

What length barrel do you (or anyone else that can answer) recommend for this gun for skeet/trap/sc use but, no hunting? Is barrel length really a big deal?

Joe Mamma

[JohnRov]

I have a 28" because it seemed best for multi-purpose use. The trap guys all have longer barrels on their guns but I don't know if that is good for skeet or SCs. Hopefully others here will jump in and answer that for you.

[InternationalShotgun.com]

I believe that the quality differences, especially as it pertains to heavy clay target use, between the Remmy 11xx and the Berettas is a bit overstated at times.

That being said, there is still some substantial element of truth to this, in my experience. I would go with the Beretta. The 390 is a wonderful shotgun.

[Kingcreek]

I've shot the past 2 seasons with a 390 "sporting" model. Skeet and SC. Function has been flawless. It has also done some pheasant busting.
Great shotgun.