elktrout
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I have decided to buy an over/under shotgun. Here are the criteria I have established for myself, based on my intended use of the gun:
1. Primarily, it will be a hunting gun for upland game.
2. In order to good with it, I intend to shoot clays with it, likely 200 rounds or more per month.
3. I am not recoil sensitive but do not want to be punished if I shoot 100 rounds in a day of clays.
4. Considering the cost to buy one, I want one that is reliable over the most rounds possible.
5. Appearance is great but functionality is paramount.
6. The best patterns possible across the spectrum of chokes.
7. Easy to clean, including all the guts, in case I hunt in the rain and get it wet.
So, having looked at and handled a number of guns at a local store with a large selection, it appears that my max price would be around $2500. I know there are some super guns above that price, but I must adhere to this as my top line.
So, here are my questions about the various makes:
1. What brand/model would you recommend for me?
2. 30 inch or 28 inch barrels?
3. I have a 12 ga semi for waterfowl, so would a 20 gauge be a good option for me? Is there really any difference between a 12 and a 20 if both shoot one ounce of shot?
Sorry for the long post, but this forum has always been helpful to me in the past. Thanks.
1. Primarily, it will be a hunting gun for upland game.
2. In order to good with it, I intend to shoot clays with it, likely 200 rounds or more per month.
3. I am not recoil sensitive but do not want to be punished if I shoot 100 rounds in a day of clays.
4. Considering the cost to buy one, I want one that is reliable over the most rounds possible.
5. Appearance is great but functionality is paramount.
6. The best patterns possible across the spectrum of chokes.
7. Easy to clean, including all the guts, in case I hunt in the rain and get it wet.
So, having looked at and handled a number of guns at a local store with a large selection, it appears that my max price would be around $2500. I know there are some super guns above that price, but I must adhere to this as my top line.
So, here are my questions about the various makes:
1. What brand/model would you recommend for me?
2. 30 inch or 28 inch barrels?
3. I have a 12 ga semi for waterfowl, so would a 20 gauge be a good option for me? Is there really any difference between a 12 and a 20 if both shoot one ounce of shot?
Sorry for the long post, but this forum has always been helpful to me in the past. Thanks.