Hunting Washington Forum
Other Hunting => Waterfowl => Topic started by: nalley112 on August 23, 2011, 11:10:46 AM
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Hi everyone? I am wondering what a good inexpensive autoloader shotgun for waterfowl?
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I recommend saving you money and buying a high end gun like the Browning maxuis or something along those lines.
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No such thing, inexpensive semi autos are a joke. Might as well get a benelli if you want something that will last and not cause problems, or get a nice pump gun.
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We all spends a ton of $ on gas, lodging, decoys, boats, dogs etc...for duck hunting. The reason you out there is knock down some ducks. If your gun jams, fails or breaks your day is done or you become the designated caller. Its like the discussion about fishing hooks or shot shells...by the best. i recommend the same with a auto loader. it will be most likely be with you the rest of your life.
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I've tried the cheap autoloader its not worth the headache.
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I agree with the others. The cheap autos will cause you a lot of problems. They are very touchy and will jam a lot. Either spend the money and get a good quality auto or get her a pump or over under.
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Maxus.
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Been out of the shotgun market for quite a while, because my 45 year old Browning A5 is still bullet proof.
There's a hint there...
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Thanks for the info I change my mind ill save
and buy the maxus... I just watched the youtube video on it. Thanks again guys :)
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You will be pleased with it for sure, it will make her a great gun.
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You won't regret buying a Maxus:
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Love the pic... :yeah: what is the best choke and ammo for geese?
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I bought a Stoeger M2000this last spring for $450.
Have had it through 3 hunt test shooting several boxes of shell (as well as ducks) and it has performed flawlessly so far.
I asked teh same question earlier this year and got the same resonces, untill someone mentioned the Stoeger. I checked in to it and have not recall finding any bad reviews either.
Most everyone sells them for the same price, so price shopping is a waste. I did find one on Gun Broker for $399, but then by the time you pay the fees, it just aint worth it.
:twocents: so take it or leave it ;)
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My dad has a tri-star viper g2 that he got for like 350. It has been through a whole season of hunting, and target shooting and it hasn't had any problems. From tese posts I hope it doesn't do anything bad. I actually like that gun a lot even though that I am a remington fan.
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Thanks for the info I change my mind ill save
and buy the maxus... I just watched the youtube video on it. Thanks again guys :)
I'm a BB 3 or 3/12" improved cyl kind of guy for my Beneilli Nova. You will need to pattern your gun to see what it throws the best. If you decoying Geese and anticipate a 30 yd or closer shot Improved will most likely work well. If your pass shooting 40+ yard birds modified might be the best. Once you find a good shell/choke combo stick with it....most everything patterns different so take the time to find out what works the best.
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Thanks for the info. I will try what I get.. I really appreciate it.
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I'm planning on picking up a Maxus in November this year unless I like the feel of the SX3 or SBEII any better. There's something about Browning I've always liked.
That being said, I haven't heard too many complaints about the Mossberg 935 as a reasonably priced waterfowling auto :dunno:.. never shot one but thought I'd throw it out there and see if anyone had any first hand experience, good or bad.
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The guys that have used the Mossberg 935 had mentioned that they liked it. I have shot Mossberg products in past years and they are good for the price, but the quality of gun isn't the same as some of the higher grades. Hence the price difference. It's all about what your looking for and what fits you. $150 gun that fits you may have you out shooting many of the guys with $1200 + dollar guns. Spend some time shouldering a few of the guns and see what fits best. If it doesn't fit well, chances are you won't shoot it well. :twocents:
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You can't go wrong with a Benneli. I have had a Super Black Eagle for around 15 years and 20,000 rounds. Never a failure thru wet, cold, ice, snow. Saw the new ones and had to buy one with the synthetic stock. I am not yet convinced it is lighter recoil but as hard as I am on my shotgun I expect it will be even better than a wood stock. Like so many have said if you aren't going to spend your money on a good semi stick to a pump. I have had a Mossberg 500 for well over 30 years that family and friends use every year. Keeps on going with no problems. Most pumps are near indestructible with a little care. Can't figure out why non of them make me shoot better though.
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You might save money buying a pump. Less likely to burn all 3 shots in under 2 seconds. An O/U and you will save a lot on shells.
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I bought a Stoeger M2000this last spring for $450.
Have had it through 3 hunt test shooting several boxes of shell (as well as ducks) and it has performed flawlessly so far.
I asked teh same question earlier this year and got the same resonces, untill someone mentioned the Stoeger. I checked in to it and have not recall finding any bad reviews either.
Most everyone sells them for the same price, so price shopping is a waste. I did find one on Gun Broker for $399, but then by the time you pay the fees, it just aint worth it.
:twocents: so take it or leave it ;)
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I agree. I bought got one last year and it has not failed once. I've put several boxes of shells from heavy 5's to light 7-1/2 trap. The first time I took it to the field I knocked down 2 wild roosters. People say it's a crap gun, I don't doubt that you could get a bad one, but what people don't understand is the gun needs a complete field strip down cleaning right out of the box and they suggest shooting about 50-100 rounds of heavy ounce shot to break the spring in. I followed all of those instructions and the gun has worked perfect.
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I bought a Stoeger M2000this last spring for $450.
Have had it through 3 hunt test shooting several boxes of shell (as well as ducks) and it has performed flawlessly so far.
I asked teh same question earlier this year and got the same resonces, untill someone mentioned the Stoeger. I checked in to it and have not recall finding any bad reviews either.
Most everyone sells them for the same price, so price shopping is a waste. I did find one on Gun Broker for $399, but then by the time you pay the fees, it just aint worth it.
:twocents: so take it or leave it ;)
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I agree. I bought got one last year and it has not failed once. I've put several boxes of shells from heavy 5's to light 7-1/2 trap. The first time I took it to the field I knocked down 2 wild roosters. People say it's a crap gun, I don't doubt that you could get a bad one, but what people don't understand is the gun needs a complete field strip down cleaning right out of the box and they suggest shooting about 50-100 rounds of heavy ounce shot to break the spring in. I followed all of those instructions and the gun has worked perfect.
I never did the break in on mine :dunno:
I bought it friday afternoon and was at the AKC hunt test the next morning shooting ducks and it worked flawlessly for me. Just had to get to know the gun and all its components and I did. Maybe that was my break in, shooting ducks for two days :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle:
I did hear that it was the older model tha they had all the trouble with (first and second generation).
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Benelli Super Black Eagle II...you wont be disappointed...in fact you will tell everyone you come across how great it is! :tup:
I have thousands of rounds through mine and never a jam, freeze up, etc.
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The Beretta 390 I think is the best least expensive auto loader made. beretta reputation for 600 bucks is hard to beat. I've had mine for 7 years and have had 0 problems which says a lot if you know how I take care of it :chuckle:
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I have a mossberg 935. I love it. Biggest thing with an autoloader is to remember to keep it clean, otherwise it gets sluggish. Plus when my gun broke because I'm a dumb a... mossberg stepped up and said, don't worry about it, don't pay us, and you get a new gun in the mail. sure as ship, three weeks later, I have a brand new 935 in my gun case....
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The Beretta 390 I think is the best least expensive auto loader made. beretta reputation for 600 bucks is hard to beat. I've had mine for 7 years and have had 0 problems which says a lot if you know how I take care of it :chuckle:
I think this is the best answer to the question asked. The Beretta A390 and A3901 guns are a great value. Beretta quality and feel for $599. Only down side is your limited to the 3" and black synthetic. (Mine is wrapped by Hydroprint Northwest :chuckle: )