[TX1911fan]

I'm looking for a used semi-auto, preferable in 20 gauge, for my wife and kids to shoot. The Remington 1100 and 11-87 are high on my list. Any others that would be good to look for? I'm trying to stay below $400, given that I can get a new 11-87 for around $550. Thanks for your help.

[ball3006]

gun shows and pawn shops in Texas.......chris3

[Gustav]

Good choices there, you may want to subscribe to The Gun List and Shotgun News also check:
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www.gunsamerica.com
They turn up you just have to be patient, Best of luck.:)

[TX1911fan]

Thanks guys, but what I was looking for were recommendations on shotguns to consider, not where to get them. I'm pretty ignorant of semi-auto shotguns, so I'd like some idea of what to look for that might be in that price range.

[Lucky]

I've heard Mossberg has a couple semi-autos that are unstoppable. They're supposed to shoot any load, and one of them even handles magnum shells, 3.5" ones, and will still feed 2.75's if you want!

[j1133s]

Hi there,
When considering the Remington 1100, watch out for their tactical models. A friend and I have two examples of those and with the factory barrels, they do not cycle target/light loads. The only way to fix this is to enlarge the 2 gas ports on the barrel which is a irreversible operation.

The regular 1100 works fine w/ target loads. These are nice guns in that they are reliable and cheap; parts and accessories are also available everywhere.

[evbutler462]

My 11-87 cycles anything put in it. It is the 3" version, not the 3 1/2" magnum. Never has a moments problem with it. Anything from 7/8 oz on up to 3" magnums, it goes bang and cycles perfectly.

[MAKster]

The best used semis you will find for under $400 would be the 1100 and the 11-87. Maybe a Beretta 303 or 390 if lucky.

[harbinger_j]

I just saw a youth Beretta 303a 20 Gauge for $550 and I almost bought it for my wife. It was in excellent condition.