Tarhunt slug gun

[220_Swift]

Does anyone have a Tarhunt slug gun? Either the bolt action or the modified 870? I have wanted to get another Browning A-bolt to replace the one I had to sell several years ago. But now they are fetching a price more than I think is warranted. The Tarhunt is very interesting to me, but is very pricey itself. At least the bolt action is. The modified 870 seems to be a better option in te way of value. I just don't know anybody that has had any experience with one. Thanks for any input.

 

[Dave McCracken]

TarHunt owners seem a happy lot. Lightfield slugs developed their sabot loads in Tarhunts to maximize accuracy.

IIRC, their tweaked 870s were guaranteed to do 2 1/2" at 100 yards with Lightfields. Some testimony exists of better groups from individual weapons.

I'd like to play with one, but since I tend to hunt in the thick stuff, my 870s are more than accurate enough as is.....

 

[220_Swift]

Thanks for the info. My only concern with them is all of their models have a muzzle brake. I have one now on my slug gun, and I curse at the thing every year.LOL It doesn't do much for recoil, or muzzle climb, but sure does a number on my ears. I tried using plugs, and electronic muffs, but that is more than a hassle.

I suppose another option would be just going to a muzzle loader. I know they are starting to get good groups at extended ranges with them. And now we can use smokeless powder in them here. Hmmm, decisions decisions.

 

[Jcchartboy]

Jr,

I own a Tar-hunt RSG Mountaineer 20 ga, a Browning A-Bolt 12ga (actually the third one I have owned), and a Savage 210 12 ga.

I will be glad to answer any questions...

(I also own, and have extensive. experience with the Savage 10ml smokeless muzzleloader)

JEFF