[Flame Red]

Folks,

I'm a newbie and would like to get your advice in helping me select a new shotgun. To make it short, I have decided to either get a Remington model 1100 or 1187 12 gauge. I want a general purpose gun, something that is good for all around. I rather get a 26" barrel than a 28 or something shorter. I pretty much will be using 2 3/4" shells exclusively. I don't really need any fancy furniture, just a plain black synthetic stock would be fine.

I am not really sure what the difference is between the 1100 and 1187. I think that the 1187 can use the larger shells? I heard some people say that if you are not planning on using the larger shells to get the 1100 since its smaller chamber will be more reliably with the 2 3/4" shells.

Looking at Bud's I see so many models, but it appears that two are close.

Remington 1100 Sport 12 28" Rem-Choke GS
Remington 1187 Sportsman 12 26" Rem-Choke Mod Black

What are the differences between the above and which would you recommend to me?

Thanks in advance.

[ArmedBear]

Those are not Winchesters, they're Remingtons.

And I would recommend steering clear of both.

What do you plan to do with it?

[highorder]

To make it short, I have decided to either get a Winchester model 1100 or 1187 12 guage.

Both those models are Remington products. :)

Aside from that, I'd recommend the 1100 unless you're be hunting turkey or waterfoul with your shotgun. My primary shotgun is 2-3/4" only and I've never found it lacking.

[oneounceload]

Of those two, and if there is no plan for waterfowl, go with the 1100. Although, for the same money, you can get a Beretta.........

[reckless carolinian]

Just curious, why an autoloader? Not that there is anything wrong with that, and it is your decision, just asking what led you to those in particular?

[ArmedBear]

And again: what do you plan to do with it?