BPS 12 ga

[JO JO]

how would a basic model bps work for trap shooting i shoot trap
about 200 rounds a month maybe 6 months a year so not a hard core
trap shooter just for fun, I have an 870 express but I like the bps looks
also was looking at an H&R deluxe any opinions. I do have an 11-87 but
I like a pump or break open as the semi ejects shells out I prefer to
just grap my hulls and put in my pouch them reload ans repeat.
Thanks all

 

[rule303]

A BPS is certainly up to the task, if it fits you well. They make a trap model, which is probably the only "real" trap gun in that price range.

 

[SwampWolf]

The BPS takes a little time and practice to make single loading a shell dexterously convenient. Other than that, it should make for a decent trap gun. The extra weight of the BPS so many people object to in upland hunting venues should work to your advantage for shooting trap.

 

[bobbo]

Spend the $100-150 extra on the trap version (over the field version). Better yet, find a used one. You could find a used field version and put the Trap stock on it, but unless you get a pretty good price on the used gun, it will be cheaper to just buy the trap model. I've seen the trap stock go for $150-250 on its own.

 

[Thruhike98]

You might be interested in this video demonstrating how to load a shell directly into the chamber of a BPS without going through the magazine (trap version and non-trap):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HvM4GmBAfYY&feature=related

 

[FLNT4EVR]

H&R makes their delux in a trap model. It has gotten some very good reviews. I would suggest you try different guns and see which fits you best.I had a BPS that I used for trap for a short while.During a competition,in my 4th round of targets it shook itself apart.Both action pins fell out and the trigger group came out in my hand.It was an easy fix,and I finished the round ,and the tournament, but I never used that gun in competition again.

 

[oneounceload]

The target version of the BPS will work just fine for trap - IF it fits YOU

Good luck and enjoy the addiction of clay targets!

 

[oletymer]

The trap version also has the magazine cutoff making loading easier. I have one of the early ones made in 1979. It has well over 50,000 rounds through it and has never had a failure of any kind. Both of my sons used it as well as several club members kids. It is a great gun for the money and a good choice for someone starting trap shooting.