I have been casually looking to buy a new semi auto shotgun- an under $1000 gun that I can use for both skeet and trap. So I have done some research online and found several different models which I'm interested in checking out. Unfortunately, I can't seem to locate stores which carry these guns. Example 1: a Remington 1100 sporting 12 guage-no one has one in stock. Also could not find one at a local gun show. Emailed Remington that I live in Maryland and could travel 50 miles to see one. So far, no response.
Example 2: I need a 14" or less Lop, so I want to check out Browning's Ladies Gold Sporting Clay. Again, can't find one to actually see and check for fit. I called Browning and asked where in Maryland or So. Pa. I could I go to see one. There were none in Maryland, and one in southern Pa. I called the gun shop in Pa., and it was already sold. I was able to find one Beretta Urika SC at a local gun show, but it was not a great fit. So I guess I'm wondering if others have this same problem- finding shotguns in stock to actually see and check for fit? Also, any suggestions would be welcome. (I think my next step will be to check out the upcoming gun show in Harrisburg, Pa. which has about 800 tables.) Thanks for any responses.
Example 2: I need a 14" or less Lop, so I want to check out Browning's Ladies Gold Sporting Clay. Again, can't find one to actually see and check for fit. I called Browning and asked where in Maryland or So. Pa. I could I go to see one. There were none in Maryland, and one in southern Pa. I called the gun shop in Pa., and it was already sold. I was able to find one Beretta Urika SC at a local gun show, but it was not a great fit. So I guess I'm wondering if others have this same problem- finding shotguns in stock to actually see and check for fit? Also, any suggestions would be welcome. (I think my next step will be to check out the upcoming gun show in Harrisburg, Pa. which has about 800 tables.) Thanks for any responses.