Budget Shotgun

[George P]

My Browning Gti needed some new springs at the 90,000 round count. It is now over 300,000 and might need some new ones (and firing pins) again. These types of guns can be had for $800-$1200 depending on condition and will still outlast the Turkish-made CZs, let alone anything from Brazil, China, Philippines or Russia AND be better regulated with service available from any competent gunsmith.

 

[paulsj]

Hey Folks, I shot sporting clays for the first time over the weekend and I'm hooked. I used a Beretta Silver Pigeon and it was a great gun but I'm looking for something in a much lower budget. I'm looking more for an o/u or a semi-auto and was wondering what a good entry level gun would be. It doesn't have to be fancy, just work like it's supposed to. The Stoeger Condor seems to be at a great price point but the reviews seem to be hit or miss. What do you experienced folks think?

Thanks

If you patient you can find something good. Not long ago LGS had Beretta 685 in excellent condition for $600. One would just have to have chokes honed to desired constriction (original full/half) and be ready to go. Didn't last long in rack.

 

[Doc7]

I an VERY happy with my Remington V3 purchase, my first 12 ga. They were 560 dollars here 3 weeks ago, up to 586 now:

https://grabagun.com/remington-83401-v3-sa-shotgun-field-sport.html

 

[Picher]

I have an 1100 12 gauge, Special Field with a straight stock and 20" barrel that shoots and carries well, but really love my Franchi O/U 20 gauge. Neither would qualify as a great trap gun, but both excel in the field.

 

[Baldman]

Thanks for the info, much appreciated.