Author Topic: which shotgun??? (Read 6987 times)

frazihunt · « **on:** July 09, 2011, 06:44:52 PM »

so I've been saving all summer and i have around $1500. im looking for a semi-auto that will last me a long time and that i can rely on I've been leaning towards a browning maxus but im not a 100% sure yet. what do you guys think? what are some of the better shot guns on the market right now?

ebitzan · « **Reply #1 on:** July 09, 2011, 07:26:35 PM »

i would think about getting a benelli super black eagle 2 or a benelli supervinci. the less moving parts=less possiable things that could go wrong

wadu1 · « **Reply #2 on:** July 09, 2011, 07:34:58 PM »

See if you can borrow a Benelli; I find them had on the shoulder and face. I only shoot Beretta's a lot softer shooting. My SP10 Remgington shoots softer than a SBE. PS I shoot at least 400+ rounds a month at Sporting Clays. My Winchester SX the same as a Browing craped out at 500 rounds and is heading back for repairs.

Bofire · « **Reply #3 on:** July 09, 2011, 07:41:44 PM »

:)What are you gonna do with this gun? Might impact the answers.

Carl

frazihunt · « **Reply #4 on:** July 09, 2011, 07:52:38 PM »

i would mostly use it for waterfowl i have a nova right now that i plan on using on eveything else

jeepster · « **Reply #5 on:** July 09, 2011, 08:01:54 PM »

vinci or super vinci

personally, if i had that kind of money to drop on a gun, id get a citori...

kbyers · « **Reply #6 on:** July 09, 2011, 08:19:42 PM »

Winchester SX3. Best shot gun I have ever shot. Very happy with my purchase 2 seasons ago. I have had no problems with it. As much as I like it and recommend it to other people I think that when you get into shot guns in this price range, they all perform. It just matters what fits you best. Just my

chongo469 · « **Reply #7 on:** July 09, 2011, 09:09:14 PM »

I will get flamed for this but i vote for a Baikal....great product at a great price...

http://youtu.be/XhBQ1I9bUik

predatorpro · « **Reply #8 on:** July 09, 2011, 09:13:21 PM »

Quote from: wadu1 on July 09, 2011, 07:34:58 PM

See if you can borrow a Benelli; I find them had on the shoulder and face. I only shoot Beretta's a lot softer shooting. My SP10 Remgington shoots softer than a SBE. PS I shoot at least 400+ rounds a month at Sporting Clays. My Winchester SX the same as a Browing craped out at 500 rounds and is heading back for repairs.

berettas! i love my tristar too only about $500

jeepster · « **Reply #9 on:** July 09, 2011, 10:05:41 PM »

Quote from: kbyers on July 09, 2011, 08:19:42 PM

Winchester SX3. Best shot gun I have ever shot. Very happy with my purchase 2 seasons ago. I have had no problems with it. As much as I like it and recommend it to other people I think that when you get into shot guns in this price range, they all perform. It just matters what fits you best. Just my

remember, the birds dont care what you are shooting, a 200$ shotgun sounds the same to them as a 7000$ shotgun, what matters is how it feels to you, and how much pride you put into your purchase... however, you do get what you pay for.......................

Heredoggydoggy · « **Reply #10 on:** July 09, 2011, 10:56:26 PM »

Whatever you get, make sure it FITS you. The best shotgun in the world is useless if it doesn't put the shot where you're looking! I couldn't hit the side of a barn with my first shotgun. Sold it to a tall, lanky buddy, and he couldn't miss with it.

ORCA_SIX · « **Reply #11 on:** July 10, 2011, 05:25:44 AM »

Beretta Extrema II or Beretta Unico Explorer. You can get the Kick Off on both of those, reduces the recoil dramatically. Will shoot the lightest and heaviest loads. The Extrema's might be fazed out soon, so you might find some deals.

87Ford · « **Reply #12 on:** July 10, 2011, 10:37:25 AM »

Benelli M2 with 26" barrel.

CP · « **Reply #13 on:** July 10, 2011, 01:39:35 PM »

Benelli SBE II or a Browning Maxus.

I like the Maxus better but they are both fine guns.

Coho · « **Reply #14 on:** July 11, 2011, 03:22:54 PM »

Try guns and see what fits you. The SBE II fits me great but it may not fit you.

CP · « **Reply #15 on:** July 12, 2011, 08:39:43 AM »

Both the SBE II and the Maxus and many other quality guns come with shim kits so you can adjust the cast, drop and LOP so the gun does fit you.

groundandskyfever6 · « **Reply #16 on:** July 13, 2011, 10:41:12 AM »

Both the beneli super black eagle and the beretta auto are superb weapons the baretta is slightly softer with a few advances in recoil twared the stock. But because they are both autos its not something I would really worry about. Last time I checked they were both around 1700 so its just slightly out of your window. Just think about it as an investment. Also if you want to save money remington is making some really nice lightweight autos that handle up to 3 1/2 . The remingtons run about 800. Good luck and good huunting!

akirkland · « **Reply #17 on:** July 13, 2011, 04:30:36 PM »

I would buy a Remington 1187 and save myself a butt load of money! I hunt with guys who have the high priced shotties and they dont kill birds deader than mine does. My Remingtons are very comfortable to me. They have never failed me and believe me, i have put them to the test. If you wanna have the super duper fancy gun then sure, spend it all. If thats what ya want then hell ya! If ya want a very nice, reliable as all get out, never gonna fail on ya kind of shotgun then get a Remington 1187. Hey, its all about opinions on here. I think mine is worth

JakeM · « **Reply #18 on:** July 15, 2011, 01:08:39 AM »

I shoot an SX3, which is supposed to be the fastest shotgun in the world, but you will never need to shoot as fast as it does. I like how it can shoot a 3 1/2 inch. Don't really use it much, but it is nice to have just in case you want to. It is comfortable and shoots well. It is pretty light. My dad owns a Vinci, which is even lighter. I have shot it and it is comfortable as well and shoots nice also.

johnnyaustin44 · « **Reply #19 on:** July 17, 2011, 06:12:03 PM »

Extrema 2. Very noticeable difference in recoil with heavy loads compared to sbe2 and same price. Got mine for 1400 out the door and haven't had a problem in 3 seasons with frequent use

C-Money · « **Reply #20 on:** July 17, 2011, 09:10:05 PM »

You know, I have seen just about every semi auto come threw the duck blind over the years. Most days they work. Most have failed at some point. Freezing rain, sand, crappy shells etc... Pump guns and over under's just work. Not wanting to change your mind from an auto, cause they are great. Just wanted to give you someting to think about. My duck hunting buddies have all gone through the "auto" stage and are back to a pump gun, (mostly a simple 870express) or a Browning Citori. If you want to get a High dollar gun, try a 3 1/2 Citori, great shotgun!

C-Money · « **Reply #21 on:** July 17, 2011, 09:11:54 PM »

Forgot, my personal choice is a Browning BPS 12ga 2 3/4", 3" & 3 1/2".

rtspring · « **Reply #22 on:** July 17, 2011, 09:32:01 PM »

I had this same issue last year when I was looking fora new auto shotgun.

Trust me I looked at, held, and shot almost everything out there. I was wanting my first Auto ever and I been doing the pump thing with the same shotty for over 20 years.

Well after months of trying all of them Auto's out I bought the 870 Express Pump. Yep didn't find a auto that I liked and something about the pump kept calling my name.

Great gun for the price in my book and has proven itself time and time again in the field...

akirkland · « **Reply #23 on:** July 17, 2011, 09:46:05 PM »

Quote from: C-Money on July 17, 2011, 09:10:05 PM

You know, I have seen just about every semi auto come threw the duck blind over the years. Most days they work. Most have failed at some point. Freezing rain, sand, crappy shells etc... Pump guns and over under's just work. Not wanting to change your mind from an auto, cause they are great. Just wanted to give you someting to think about. My duck hunting buddies have all gone through the "auto" stage and are back to a pump gun, (mostly a simple 870express) or a Browning Citori. If you want to get a High dollar gun, try a 3 1/2 Citori, great shotgun!

My 870's see more action than anything esle. That is for sure!

Wtrfowlr62 · « **Reply #24 on:** July 17, 2011, 10:45:27 PM »

i shoot an 1187. spendy but more affordable than most. i shoot 3 inch shells and never once have had a jam. the only problem ive had with it is the extractor broke off once. my fault though. otherwise the gun preforms flawless. def would not be disappointed with the gun

. Been thinking about the vinci though, heard some good things about those, bit spendy though.

crow killer · « **Reply #25 on:** July 19, 2011, 09:29:48 PM »

I would say Remington Versamax good reliable gun.

gaddy · « **Reply #26 on:** July 19, 2011, 09:44:34 PM »

an expensive gun would be great to have, id love one. but- for an every day shooter in a duck blind, boat, laying in the bushes ect... i would be very timid with it & hate scratch it. as it is i usually have to clean after a hunt due to sand & crap in it. cant really help with a brand but as said before, most of my budds have gone back to pump guns & leave thier nice autos at home. good luck, hope you find what you are looking for.

h2ofowlr · « **Reply #27 on:** July 19, 2011, 10:12:15 PM »

Take the guns out and use them. They are tools for harvesting birds. All the camo is worn off mine just about. I have purchased most of the newer auto loaders and either hung on to them or sold the ones I didn't care for. Right now I have the Benelli SBEII, Beretta Extrema2, and the SX3 which is new that I have enjoyed the most for shooting. I have a few of the 870 expresses, BPS 20, 12 & 10. and a few Nova's. I think for pump guns I like the BPS the best, but love the Nova for the elements. I flat dirt the birds with the nova. My shell bill is expensive with the auto loader and I just can't fire 1 shell. I can have the gun empty before my buddy has fired his first shot. I may calm down and pick up the camo citori this year as I may look to get back into sporting clays comp and the Krieghoff isn't the one I would take out duck hunting.

wsucowboy · « **Reply #28 on:** July 19, 2011, 11:28:27 PM »

Can't go wrong with the Maxus

ducksdoom12 · « **Reply #29 on:** August 06, 2011, 09:48:38 PM »

I started shooting a beretta al391 last year and may never change hunting guns. The only issue I have with it is it can be tricky to put back together after cleaning, but it is a very smooth shooting gun and (for me) shoulders like a dream. Whatever you get make sure it fits you nicely, and take into account the extra layers you will be wearing when you are out in the mash

Sneaky · « **Reply #30 on:** August 08, 2011, 10:09:15 AM »

Quote from: JakeM on July 15, 2011, 01:08:39 AM

I shoot an SX3, which is supposed to be the fastest shotgun in the world, but you will never need to shoot as fast as it does. I like how it can shoot a 3 1/2 inch. Don't really use it much, but it is nice to have just in case you want to. It is comfortable and shoots well. It is pretty light. My dad owns a Vinci, which is even lighter. I have shot it and it is comfortable as well and shoots nice also.

If I had the moolah I would be shooting an sx3 3 inch

wadu1 · « **Reply #31 on:** August 09, 2011, 08:34:05 PM »

Quote from: chongo469 on July 09, 2011, 09:09:14 PM

I will get flamed for this but i vote for a Baikal....great product at a great price...

http://youtu.be/XhBQ1I9bUik

I agree with this all to well after having all my high end guns crap out in a blind at some time my Baikal MP153 has never let me down. I bought it on a whim to hunt the salt and now it's my everyday gun. I only take the fancy ones out when the weather is nice. The only thing I changed was adding a Truloc extended choke tube because I like to use a skeet tube. I have two one 26" wood stock and a 30" black synthetic stock.

eggster · « **Reply #32 on:** August 28, 2011, 06:15:08 PM »

Double rubber banded slingshot,each band with two knots tied in them for speed.

Drake7 · « **Reply #33 on:** September 02, 2011, 10:58:02 PM »

Benelli Super Black Eagle II...Best shotgun period! Never a problem, freezing, jamming, etc. Shoot and try them all and then buy the Benelli

liljozie495 · « **Reply #34 on:** September 08, 2011, 10:24:47 PM »

check the browning maxus out....they are very nice!

my buddy kile jones uses them and loves them

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