What kind of gun do you guys recomend? I am looking for an over-under or a sharp looking single semi auto. I was really looking at the new Franchi Renaissance line. I think I want a 20 ga. I shoot a 12 ga. now and it sure does ruin a lot of meat at close range. Any ideas?
2007-07-12 13:35:03 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
Look at Ithaca firearms before you buy*.. 20 Gauge is great* I have the trap, skeet and field grade in Ithaca over-under*... Real happy with them*....
2007-07-13 02:17:48 · answer #1 · answered by dca2003311@yahoo.com 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Franchi Shotguns look good, but function is totally lacking here. Parts are very hard to get from the factory (I am a Gunsmith and Gunshop Owner) I will not even take in a Franchi for repairs any more....The Beretta's are an excellent choice but VERY expensive by todays standards. If you came to my shop I would suggest a Remington Semi-auto in 20 gauge. In an over-under a Winchester 101...Moderately priced by todays market, unquestionable quality, easily repaired/upgraded, many chokes and barrels available. Great guns for your dollar..
2007-07-12 14:23:47 · answer #2 · answered by JD 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I checked out an Ansley H. Fox 16 guage double gun today. It was one of the best feeling shotguns I've ever handled. It almost felt alive in the hands.
Made around 1930 or before. IIRC choked full and modified, with 26" barrels. The checkering on the left side of the wrist, where a shooter's thumb would rest is worn smooth, the fore-end has a little play, and the action screw has some minor signs of buggering. Case colors are perfect, and the blued barrels are probably 90%. He's asking $2,000.00.
If you are interested, e-mail me. He is taking it to a gunshow tomorrow and probably won't bring it back.
Doc
2007-07-12 20:07:11 · answer #3 · answered by Doc Hudson 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you like the looks, feel and fit, go for it! My personal preference is the 12 gauge because I can load it over a wider range, but there is nothing wrong with a 20. I had my hands on one of the new Remington 105 CTi's and fell in love, but they are only available in 12 gauge so far.
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2007-07-12 14:30:12 · answer #4 · answered by Tom K 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A 20 bore sounds like a good idea. Or a 28, depending on your intended use. I finally gave my Citori to one of my kids. Great shotgun, but I never could adjust to having the barrels on wrong. A proper game gun has its barrels next to each other, not one atop the other. Straight stock, splinter forend. I'm thinking the little 28 Bobwhite from CZ may be my next purchase. If you insist on having the barrels on wrong, they make O/U's at a reasonable price, too.
2007-07-13 04:12:51 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
personally I like mosberg the 500 is nice but the 9200 is just awesome. and if your ruining to much meat with a 12 Ga. then a down grade will do you some good...
2007-07-14 02:19:15 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take a look at the Benelli EXtreme. I watched a vidio of a guy shooting one of them; and I have talked to one owner and actually fondled one. They are one super piece of work and if you get one it will be worth sleeping in the doghouse for a while.
2007-07-13 03:50:33 · answer #7 · answered by acmeraven 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
20 ga great choice
2007-07-12 13:47:57 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I concur with DCA. I have an ithaca feathelite that is fantastic!
2007-07-13 03:26:26 · answer #9 · answered by coolhandven 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try Barreta firearms ,look it up.
2007-07-12 13:45:45 · answer #10 · answered by thresher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋