[wintermute76]

I just picked one of these up today. Haven't had a decent 12ga since I sold my 870 express magnum.

Fit is okay, there are a couple apparent gaps between the wood and the buttpad and at the back of the forearm.

Finish seems really good, the little bit of engraving on the side is a bit rough on the top and likes to snag my oil rag, but I think I can live with it.

I should have a better report once I try it out, going up north to the parents for some grouse hunting this weekend.

Anyone else have any experiences or problems with the Stoegers?

[Mike Irwin]

I've been trying to find an Uplander in 28-gauge for months.

So far, no joy.

I want to handle one before I consider purchasing one. I want a good handling gun, and don't want to find out that the one I just bought sight unseen is a dog.

[wintermute76]

Well I got a chance to try out the Uplander this past weekend.

Didn't have any problems, put about 50 rounds thru it and the action started to slick up nicely. It was a little different handling, probably because I"m used to my old 870. seem s to point well when I pull it up to my shoulder.

Didn't see any birds, but got a few red squirrels, sure did a number on them.