Author Topic: turkey gun. (Read 11351 times)

alanger · « **on:** February 11, 2009, 04:30:47 PM »

I am looking around for a new turkey gun. possibly a semi automatic 12 gauge or 20 gauge. what do u think i should get? I best be getting ready its just around the corner.

mossback91 · « **Reply #1 on:** February 11, 2009, 04:32:15 PM »

semi 12!!!

alanger · « **Reply #2 on:** February 11, 2009, 04:34:11 PM »

i am just wondering the make and model now. nothing spendy just regular. I am gunna mod it out myself

Wacenturion · « **Reply #3 on:** February 11, 2009, 04:52:09 PM »

Whatever you decide on, get a short barreled version with choke tubes.....21 / 22 inch barrel.....12 or 20 gauge as both will work

yelp · « **Reply #4 on:** February 11, 2009, 05:11:37 PM »

Try a Mossberg...
I got 3 of them and they work great.

turkey slayer · « **Reply #5 on:** February 11, 2009, 05:19:26 PM »

i agree with a mossberg

jackelope · « **Reply #6 on:** February 11, 2009, 05:23:29 PM »

if i were buying a semi-auto 12 gauge for turkeys i think i'd buy a benelli super black eagle.
if i were buying a pump gun, i think i'd buy a rem. 870, i really like the tactical turkey models, just haven't shot one with the axiom stock and not sure i'd like it.

yelp · « **Reply #7 on:** February 11, 2009, 05:36:08 PM »

I agree, The benelli super eagle is a sweet gun and lightwieght...pretty pricey over $1000.00 (I think) but worth the investment if you got the $. The pump version the NOVA I believe has a noisy forearm..

turkey slayer · « **Reply #8 on:** February 11, 2009, 06:39:42 PM »

MY WIFE SHOTS THE NOVA FOR TURKEY AND IT DOSE A GOOD JOB. YOU PUT A 3 AND A HALF IN AND A TURKEY CHOKE, YOU HAVE SOME RANGE AND IT ALSO KEEPS A GOOD PATTERN. SHE DOSEN'T SHOT THE 3.5 BUT I DO. FOR THE MONEY YOU CAN'T BEAT IT

alanger · « **Reply #9 on:** February 11, 2009, 07:33:23 PM »

how much do the mossbergs run for??

yelp · « **Reply #10 on:** February 11, 2009, 07:43:20 PM »

Model 835 can run anywhere from $350 -550
Model 935 auto can run $550-750
Model 500 several variations have choke models $300 -450

You can find deals if you look around..I like the 835/ 935 they contain 10 gauge barrels overbored to 12 gauge..tough and durable.

Hooked on Toys or High Mountain may have them..

hornhunter · « **Reply #11 on:** February 11, 2009, 09:00:00 PM »

Always wanted a "TURKEY" only shotgun but never have made it happen. Ive looked into it, The benelli M1 offers a pistol grip attachment. I think if I bought a Benelli, it would be the M1 rather than the SBE. Yelp has the old squeeky wheels turning in my head with the mossberg talk.

Yelp, is the pistol grip as awesome as Ive always dreamed it would be? When sitting for hours on end on various trees Ive often dreamed about a pistol grip stock. It seems so stable when sitting on your ass balancing the gun on your knee.

TeacherMan · « **Reply #12 on:** February 11, 2009, 09:03:27 PM »

I have two 835's I like both. One has the 24" barrel and is all camo the other has the 28" barrel. One for turkeys the other for geese.

yelp · « **Reply #13 on:** February 11, 2009, 09:28:15 PM »

Hornhunter...Don't own one of the pistol grip models those are relatively new. The upper pic is of the Tactical turkey model 835 pump. The bottom pic is of the new 935 pistol grip that just came out this year. I hope to own one some day...and I thought of the same thing great balance while sitting...I am going to order one and retro it to one of my older 835's and try it out...

hornhunter · « **Reply #14 on:** February 11, 2009, 10:08:07 PM »

SWEET! The M1 is my dream set up. Those Mossbergs are the right price for a gun you use for only 6 weeks a year.

fishunt247 · « **Reply #15 on:** February 11, 2009, 10:22:13 PM »

I have the Benelli SBE II. After carrying a mossberg pump and a nova, I had to switch away from the rattley pump. It drove me nuts. My experience with Remington Semi-Auto's is not good...they won't kick out low base, which isn't a problem if you are using it only for turkeys, but to spend that kind of money and put two or three hunting shots through it a year??? If you have the money, I'd go for the SBE II. Super lightweight, doesn't kick like a mule, kicks out low base...perfect.

hornhunter · « **Reply #16 on:** February 11, 2009, 10:27:16 PM »

Quote from: fishunt247 on February 11, 2009, 10:22:13 PM

I have the Benelli SBE II. After carrying a mossberg pump and a nova, I had to switch away from the rattley pump. It drove me nuts. My experience with Remington Semi-Auto's is not good...they won't kick out low base, which isn't a problem if you are using it only for turkeys, but to spend that kind of money and put two or three hunting shots through it a year??? If you have the money, I'd go for the SBE II. Super lightweight, doesn't kick like a mule, kicks out low base...perfect.

Make sure its not the first SBE it didnt kick out low base either!

NWTFhunter · « **Reply #17 on:** February 11, 2009, 11:43:40 PM »

Here is my current turkey gun. I have several 870's and the most I have ever paid for any of them is 349.
The 2 that I have for turkey I paid 40.00 for the first one about 4 years ago, and the last one 20.00 last year.

Yep you cant beat raffle guns !

This is the 870 SPS-T camo Thumbhole, and I love it. Rem says it retails for 740.00 but if you search you should be able to find it for somewhere around 400.

yelp · « **Reply #18 on:** February 12, 2009, 07:13:44 AM »

NWTFhunter ..Your right raffle guns are always nice..I have won 5 shotguns by going to NWTF banquets. Of course if I add up the money I have totally spent at these banquets...I probably could have bought them and 10 more...LOL. It is all woorth it I had fun. Those guns of the year are hard to take hunting however...

FishHunt is right those forearms on the pump guns mossberg and nova are noisy...and when that gobbler is coming in and your shaking like a leaf that tickticktick is hard to keep quiet....LOL...Those damn birds are getting me all jiggy!

alanger · « **Reply #19 on:** February 12, 2009, 07:18:26 AM »

Quote from: yelp on February 11, 2009, 05:11:37 PM

Try a Mossberg...
I got 3 of them and they work great.

which model is the third one???

Wacenturion · « **Reply #20 on:** February 12, 2009, 08:06:35 AM »

Quote from: NWTFhunter on February 11, 2009, 11:43:40 PM

Here is my current turkey gun. I have several 870's and the most I have ever paid for any of them is 349.
The 2 that I have for turkey I paid 40.00 for the first one about 4 years ago, and the last one 20.00 last year.

Yep you cant beat raffle guns !
This is the 870 SPS-T camo Thumbhole, and I love it. Rem says it retails for 740.00 but if you search you should be able to find it for somewhere around 400.

Nice gun.....They make one that looks identical only an Express....it that what yours is? Difference between Express and SPS-T if they are different....Thanks
I shoot a Winchester Model 1300 Turkey with the laminated stock, 21 inch barrel, NWTF model they first came out with years ago. Put a Kick's turkey choke on it several years back (mid 90's) and it is a death machine. Might pick up one of those Remington's though at that price for an extra turkey gun . Can't have enough guns you know.....

Intruder · « **Reply #21 on:** February 12, 2009, 09:26:03 AM »

If you're talking a gun strickly for turkeys go w/ a 12 guage. I'd probably opt for a pump just for weight reduction and cost reduction. Short barrel is really nice too. 870, Nova, 835 are all decent choices.

20 guage is viable. In general you're gonna limit your range to about 35 yards but that'll cover 85% or > of your shots.

Wacenturion · « **Reply #22 on:** February 12, 2009, 10:51:07 AM »

NWTF....never mind...I found out the difference. Most noticable is the special sights and also the sling. Other than that I think they are similar.

Phantom Gobbler · « **Reply #23 on:** February 12, 2009, 12:44:21 PM »

I have a Mossberg 935 semi in 12 GA with two barrels (24 inch barrel for Turkey and 28 inch for Ducks and Geese). I bought it new and it started jamming the first year duck hunting, it would fire one round and then misfeed. I sent it back to the factory, and have not had any issues for 3 years now. The 935 shoots 3.5 inch turkey loads that are a bear to pattern the gun with, but they do a number on gobblers heads up to +50 yards.

I also bought a Nova 20 gauge last year for a youth gun and backup and it is a delight to shoot 3 in. turkey loads.

yelp · « **Reply #24 on:** February 12, 2009, 01:03:40 PM »

Phantom Gobbler I have the same gun...Never had any problems with it. I use the factory X-factor ported choke Mossberg provided. I found 3.5 " 5's in the Winchester supreme shot the best. But every gun is a littler different. I do love the gun it is a little heavy to hold. I put a lazy leg on mine and it steady her right up, I love it. I also put a triv-viz hi-viz sight and it brings your eye right on target...

Phantom Gobbler · « **Reply #25 on:** February 12, 2009, 01:39:56 PM »

Yelp, Thanks for the tips on how your gun is setup.

I did buy my 935 the first year they were made so that could have been a factor. And yes, they are a little heavy, but I have had very good luck with mine as well.

I sold my 835 to one of my hunting partners and it has been a good reliable turkey gun.

Gutpile · « **Reply #26 on:** February 12, 2009, 01:53:10 PM »

I shoot a Browning BPS and I love it. The thing patterns like a monster. This year I'm going to take my CZ SxS out for a hunt or two and see if I can bag one with it then I'll take the BPS back out and try to get #2 with it.

If I ever buy a dedicated turkey gun this will be the one. NWTF GOLD Ultimate Turkey,

Or this one. Browning Silver Turkey

Wacenturion · « **Reply #27 on:** February 12, 2009, 04:58:28 PM »

NWTF.....like this right? Hey Yelp.......should I bring one of these along? lol

yelp · « **Reply #28 on:** February 12, 2009, 05:19:25 PM »

yeah as long as it matches your armorall and your new vest...LOL

Wacenturion · « **Reply #29 on:** February 12, 2009, 05:32:26 PM »

Quote from: yelp on February 12, 2009, 05:19:25 PM

yeah as long as it matches your armorall and your new vest...LOL

It does......can't have enough gear ya know.

NWTFhunter · « **Reply #30 on:** February 12, 2009, 07:30:36 PM »

Wa, ya that looks like the sps-t

Do you have one?

Wacenturion · « **Reply #31 on:** February 12, 2009, 07:42:12 PM »

Quote from: NWTFhunter on February 12, 2009, 07:30:36 PM

Wa, ya that looks like the sps-t

Do you have one?

Not yet.....but after seeing your post I'm thinking about buying the one I posted.

NWTFhunter · « **Reply #32 on:** February 12, 2009, 11:40:43 PM »

Arent the ones we posted the same gun?

yelp · « **Reply #33 on:** February 13, 2009, 06:38:10 AM »

I think he is talking about the same model but the one he posted pics of is on the auction site he will be bidding on...I'm just guessing.

Bofire · « **Reply #34 on:** February 13, 2009, 11:03:33 AM »

:)I have an 870 SPS-t with the standard stock, I am not a fan of pistol grips or thumbholes, 23 inch barrel camo 3.5 inch. great gun. I have killed more turkeys with my 11-87 for some reason??? its a 3 inch, I also use a lot of 2.75 loads for turkey, great velocity and they pattern very well.
I have an extra 11-87 all matte black like new, I'll sell for $425.00
Carl

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