I need shotgun suggestions.

[nitrox28]

I am in the market for a new shotgun. I don't want to spend more than $500 if I can help it. I'm looking for a good autoloader or o/u. Any thoughts or suggestions? I know I don't want a Stoger(sp) or EAA. THANKS![8D]

[shogan]

I like the Lanber O/U prices range from $300-$500 with good quality finish and construction. This is a common gun to the Europeans much like our NEF.

You can get it from cdnninvestments I've compared it to most of the ones on the market and researched it very extensively.

I live in Bardstown, Ky and Travel around if you want to see one your welcome to try and meet me somewhere.

[schuyler olt]

Since you are in Lexington, I'd suggest giving some thought to a used gun. The better gun stores will have dependable used guns--be sure to dicker the price. I use a Citori. It's more money, but the gun has been absolutely dependable since the day I bought it and has never needed repair. And I shoot it a ton. I also have an A-5, which I also recommend if you're going to be in a one-gun situation. They're built like a tank, and the prices are not as bad as you might think. Of course, all of them are used. Good luck!

[shogan]

I was not impressed with the Stoeger or EAA at all. I had a few local folks try and tell they were similar to Lanber in quality but it just wasn't true. And after reading many good articles about the lanber and people who had been shooting theirs for decades well it made a believer out of me.

[GSP]

Nitro, if you are in Lex. I would go by Bud's Gun on NE New Circle (between Industry & Meadow Ln).
Look at what they have, new & used. Also, ask them the same question. I have $500 to spend, what can I get pros/cons. These folks are experts and are not out to rape anyone. They make their money on word of mouth and repeat business. Also, Antique & Modern Firearm on Nicholasville Rd.
I learned a valuable lesson MANY years ago, deal with a local gun dealer that will be around for awhile. You WILL want another someday.

[Basswipe]

Stay away from Traditions, Verona, and Huglu. They are inexpensive auto loaders that have hit the market within the last few years. I can't go into my reasons for saying this on a public forum, but TRUST ME, you don't want any of these guns.

Multi digits can back up my credentials when it comes to speaking on topics like this.

[Multidigits]

I agree. The EAA is from Russia. something happens and you need a part, where are you going to get it???

In fact, I doubt you'll find a new O/U for under $500. for the autolaoder, look for a Remington(used), they don't wear out-ever.

[greenhorn]

Multi! I have the oppurtunity to purchase an remington 11-87, very good shape clean inside and out for $340. I would turkey hunt with it, and maybe shoot some slugs thru it. It is the premiere version.
Do you think this is a good deal? Should I worry it may be bad? It's at a pawn shop, and it really looks just slightly used. I'd say it's a 95-98% gun for valuation IMO. What do you think?
Thanks, Mike

[ksp965]

Couple of years ago I saved my pennies and Santa gave me a Browning Gold Hunter in 3 1/2". To me its pricy, but I've never been more please with a gun either. I use the same gun for all my shotgunning, believing its best so that it feels natural everytime you put it to your shoulder. I really like this gun.

[Kent Cooper]

I agree with Multi.

I shoot a Remington 1100 that was made in 1968 and it shoots dead on. I have another 1100LT in 20 Ga, that my loungest son shoots. And I have 3 Remington 870 Wingmasters's, the oldest being a 1950 model in 20 Ga.

They all shoot great You just can't kill them.

[mjfgu]

hey i own a verona model 405s in 12ga and it kicks ass i have YET to have a MISFUNCTION and with the full choke it wins every turkey shoot i enter it in. the gun is brand name to it is a rizzini u know european ( where the finest guns are made).the gun comes with 5 choke tubes , the wrench, tube cases. i put a tru-glo fiber optic sight on it and have killed several rabbits and squirrel not to mention with the imp. cylinder the little autoloader is hell on clays.they run any where from $280 to $600 depending on the stores. verona also makes several high quality o/u's. you can obtain a verona from Galyans,Gander mtn.,and buckeye out doors. if any thing does go wrong with it the gun is not sent back to europe but is fixed in Nevada by factory technicians to get the gun back to u sooner

[Eagle85]

I've got a Remington 870 12ga. that is a work-horse for rabbit and other small game ($250 at Wal-Mart). My son (12) shoots a Winchester 1200 12ga. that my father gave him. It shoots well, and is very reliable.

My favorite shotgun is about 50 years old... J.C. Higgins 12ga., sold through Sears & Roebuck. It kicks like a mule, weighs a ton, never jammed, never failed, never been in the shop! Shoots dead-on! My grandfather gave it to me after he took me hunting and I bagged my first rabbit. I think I still have the bruise on my shoulder!

My father uses a Weatherby auto-loader 12ga., but I'm not fond of it... the auto-loading mechanism jams just when you don't want it to, and is a pain to break-down and clean.

I've shot a few, nice Beretta, Rossini, and other Europeans at the local hunt club. They are nice, but I can't see the prices. Some of the guys are popping clays with $1200+ guns. I can do just as well with my Higgins or 870. A kill is a kill, and the last time I checked, I've never had a duck or a rabbit ask how much my gun cost!

[Hunter]

walmart has a charles daly auto for 459.00, camo and all. thinking of getting one myself. but dont know much about them, maybe someone has some info on them.