Advice: CZ Mallard O/U or Rem. Spartan O/U

[12many]

Me again. Thinking a O/U might be better as my first shotgun instead of a single shot. I don't have to use both barrels, but I have the option.

Still only considering a break open action and don't want to spend to much. Don't know the use yet, a bit of everything I guess. Will try clays and maybe hiking with it and a bit of hunting. Still looking at 20 gauges.

So what are your thoughts between the CZ Mallard v. Rem Spartan, both O/U. CZ is 100 more, but that does not really matter much. Only live once.

Thanks.

 

[SWAMPUS]

Choices

Glad you're sticking to reliable break-action shotguns.Either of your 2 options would be good.I own 2 Spartans-SXS's in 28+.410.Well made+durable.Simplicity itself and since yopu mentioned hiking,you won't freak when it gets a few dings!Have you considered SxSs.Bbls in a horizontal plane ride better with a sling ,which you'll need for hiking.Either way 2 bbls is essential if for no other reason-versatility!If you start shooting clays-I assume you mean trap-you'll graduate to skeet which req.2 bbls or an auto or a fast shuckin' pump.Believe me,if you are hiking thru a nice field and jump a covey of quail,you'l blast one and naturally swing on another and........nothing.No double.So get a double and go get a double!Further-20ga is good choice for 1st gun.They're sweet to shoot.

 

[BP44]

Just my opinion. the CZ looks and feels much better to me

 

[rbernie]

I can't get my face down properly on the Mallard; it just doesn't fit me.

You might wanna try shouldering each of them before you pick one.

 

[Dr. Tad Hussein Winslow]

If it fits you, definitely the CZ - the Baikals are pretty rough and sticky.

 

[sophijo]

CZ

Check out CDNN. They have some CZ's on sale.

 

[12many]

Thanks. I am going to shop around this weekend and see what fits me best.

 

[NCsmitty]

I suggest taking a look at the Stoeger Condor O/U. Reasonably priced and reliable and made in Brazil. Distributed through Beretta/Benelli dealers, it's an under rated firearm. I totally love my 410 Condor. Try one on for size.

NCsmitty

 

[ArmedBear]

The Condor is a bit rough, but it is about the only sub-$1000-new O/U I'd consider buying. I've known a few people with them, and they have had no trouble. YMMV of course.

 

[rbernie]

The Condors I've seen all loosened up pretty fast, but they stayed locked up OK and kept on shooting.