Opinion Needed looking for 20 guage

dlwilson · 08-25-2008, 09:11 PM

Looking for a quality lightweight 20 ga to hunt with this year. I've never owned one but my buddy let me try his last year pheasant hunting and I liked how lightweight it was compared to my 1187. Of course his 20 ga is a benelli and is about $1000 and I can't afford that. Anybody have any opinions on a good 20 ga that is more affordable. I took a look at the remington 870 20 guage but it was just as heavy as the 12 ga I thought plus I'd like a semi-auto. Thanks for any help.

Alex T. · 08-25-2008, 09:29 PM

Look around. My neighbor just bought a used Benelli 20ga. for $550. Seemed like a good gun yesterday when shooting bluerock with it.

Alex

mtgreenheads · 08-25-2008, 09:41 PM

I dont think the Beretta 390/3901 can be beat, regardless of price. Shop a bit, they're around for $550. Check Bud's Gun Shop online, best prices anyplace.

Hunter · 08-26-2008, 11:38 AM

If you don't have to stick with an auto you might want to look at some of the cheap O/U's (i.e. stoeger etc.)

Wingman · 08-26-2008, 01:49 PM

I shoot a Winchester 101 O/U 20 Ga. and love it. Great in the field, lightweight, and very well balanced.

I agree with the others though. Look around, I'm sure you can find a good deal.

Good Luck.

Wingman · 08-26-2008, 01:53 PM

Check out MrPike's thread in the Outdoor Marketplace.

Looks like he has a Remington 870 20 Ga. for sale. $180 and some boxes of shells.

Can't go wrong with an 870.

dlwilson · 08-26-2008, 02:24 PM

Has anybody ever used a shotgun made by TriStar? Saw one at Cabela's today, pretty lightweight but I've never heard of it before so I was a little hesitant. Anybody have any info on it? It wasn't very expensive, around $325 for a semi-auto 20 ga so I didn't know if it's a crappy knockoff or worth a buy.

NEHONKERS · 08-26-2008, 02:43 PM

In my opinion save up for a quality gun or go with a pump. Stay away from the cheapo's like charles daly etc...... There is nothing worse than a unreliable firearm in the field. The Beretta 390 20ga is a great gun for the price. I just picked up a Nova 20 from a friend for $200 and can't wait to get it out for doves and teal. A camo Benelli M2 20ga. would be my ultimate little killing stick.

goose abuser · 08-26-2008, 03:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NEHONKERS

A camo Benelli M2 20ga. would be my ultimate little killing stick.

Gotta love shooting ducks one handed.

I just wish the 20 ammo was a little cheaper.

catfisherman23 · 08-26-2008, 08:33 PM

in my opinion, when buying an auotmatic shotgun yo get what you pay for, the cheaper the gun in a semi the cheaper the quality would recommend the nova pump in 20 guague for the price and quality.

gn83tm · 08-26-2008, 09:31 PM

I have a Browning BPS pump 20 and like it a lot. It is an "upland special" model with a 22" barrel and a straight grip stock. It's a nice quality shooter.

slakline · 08-26-2008, 10:52 PM

Man, I tell you what..after years and years of lugging my 12 ga. duck guns in the uplands. I decided enough was enough and went to a 20 ga. O/U and I'm all the better for it. Easy to carry. Easy to point and shoot. Very little noticable recoil. I think my hit percentage has even gone up !! However, when the winds get up and the weather gets nasty, the old 870 12ga gets the call.

dlwilson · 08-27-2008, 04:10 PM

Slakline, I'm with you on that one which is why I'm looking for a lighter gun but I've never shot an over-under. does it take a lot of getting used to or is it basically the same as shooting a single barrell?

Alex T. · 08-27-2008, 04:18 PM

With any gun......put the tube on the chicken and pull the trigger. Shooting a shotgun should be mostly instinctive.

Alex

muddy river · 08-27-2008, 06:05 PM

Good answer Alex T..

dlwilson · 08-27-2008, 08:12 PM

Does stoeger make a quality gun? I see they sell an over under for a decent price, not too cheap to make me think it's junk but not priced to where you see the major brands so I'm not sure. I plan on doing some looking around this weekend to see what's out there I just don't want to spend too much for a gun when I have 2 perfectly good 12 ga guns I've used for years and years, it's just be nice to have a lighter gun every once in a while.

Hunter · 08-27-2008, 09:52 PM

Does Stoeger make a quality gun??
This really depends on your definition of quality. It will never be considered a beretta by any means but if you want a cheap O/U they are worth the money.

Cons.....
The fit and finish will not be great and the trigger pull is most definitely heavy and not nearly as crisp as a lot more expensive gun. They will not last as long as a top quality gun like a beretta.

Pros.......
They will go bang when you pull the trigger and function just fine with moderate use for years. Because the 'price is right' you won't be so pissed when you scratch it.

In my opinion they are good entry level O/U.

Hunter · 08-27-2008, 10:01 PM

Forgot to mention that the Mossberg Silver Reserve is another one you should check out. I think it is a little nicer than the stoeger.

I have shot all three (stoeger, mossberg, beretta) and I personally own a SxS stoeger 28ga/20ga combo gun and I have 2 beretta O/U's. One in 28ga and one in 20ga. I admit I grab the nicer beretta's most all the time but when I do take out the stoeger with 28ga barrels I am like the grim reaper with it...... pure death!!!! That thing sure shoots where I look. I should really shoot it more often.

08-25-2008, 09:11 PM	#1 (permalink)
dlwilson Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Ralston, Ne Posts: 184 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	looking for 20 guage Looking for a quality lightweight 20 ga to hunt with this year. I've never owned one but my buddy let me try his last year pheasant hunting and I liked how lightweight it was compared to my 1187. Of course his 20 ga is a benelli and is about $1000 and I can't afford that. Anybody have any opinions on a good 20 ga that is more affordable. I took a look at the remington 870 20 guage but it was just as heavy as the 12 ga I thought plus I'd like a semi-auto. Thanks for any help. __________________ "Where's the booze?" "I just got robbed by a little old lady on a motorized cart...and I didn't even see it comin!"

08-25-2008, 09:29 PM	#2 (permalink)
Alex T. Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: does it really matter??? Posts: 3,192 Thanks: 0 Thanked 34 Times in 21 Posts	Look around. My neighbor just bought a used Benelli 20ga. for $550. Seemed like a good gun yesterday when shooting bluerock with it. Alex __________________ waiting to see jimbosan's deer pic.................

08-26-2008, 02:24 PM	#7 (permalink)
dlwilson Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Ralston, Ne Posts: 184 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Has anybody ever used a shotgun made by TriStar? Saw one at Cabela's today, pretty lightweight but I've never heard of it before so I was a little hesitant. Anybody have any info on it? It wasn't very expensive, around $325 for a semi-auto 20 ga so I didn't know if it's a crappy knockoff or worth a buy. __________________ "Where's the booze?" "I just got robbed by a little old lady on a motorized cart...and I didn't even see it comin!"

08-27-2008, 04:10 PM	#13 (permalink)
dlwilson Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Ralston, Ne Posts: 184 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Slakline, I'm with you on that one which is why I'm looking for a lighter gun but I've never shot an over-under. does it take a lot of getting used to or is it basically the same as shooting a single barrell? __________________ "Where's the booze?" "I just got robbed by a little old lady on a motorized cart...and I didn't even see it comin!"

08-27-2008, 04:18 PM	#14 (permalink)
Alex T. Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: does it really matter??? Posts: 3,192 Thanks: 0 Thanked 34 Times in 21 Posts	With any gun......put the tube on the chicken and pull the trigger. Shooting a shotgun should be mostly instinctive. Alex __________________ waiting to see jimbosan's deer pic.................

08-25-2008, 09:41 PM	#3 (permalink)
mtgreenheads Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 39 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I dont think the Beretta 390/3901 can be beat, regardless of price. Shop a bit, they're around for $550. Check Bud's Gun Shop online, best prices anyplace.

08-26-2008, 11:38 AM	#4 (permalink)
Hunter Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 144 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	If you don't have to stick with an auto you might want to look at some of the cheap O/U's (i.e. stoeger etc.)

08-26-2008, 01:49 PM	#5 (permalink)
Wingman 2008 Catch and Continue Finalist Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Lincoln, NE Posts: 288 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I shoot a Winchester 101 O/U 20 Ga. and love it. Great in the field, lightweight, and very well balanced. I agree with the others though. Look around, I'm sure you can find a good deal. Good Luck.

08-26-2008, 01:53 PM	#6 (permalink)
Wingman 2008 Catch and Continue Finalist Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Lincoln, NE Posts: 288 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Check out MrPike's thread in the Outdoor Marketplace. Looks like he has a Remington 870 20 Ga. for sale. $180 and some boxes of shells. Can't go wrong with an 870.

08-26-2008, 02:43 PM	#8 (permalink)
NEHONKERS Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Lincoln Posts: 87 Thanks: 1 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	In my opinion save up for a quality gun or go with a pump. Stay away from the cheapo's like charles daly etc...... There is nothing worse than a unreliable firearm in the field. The Beretta 390 20ga is a great gun for the price. I just picked up a Nova 20 from a friend for $200 and can't wait to get it out for doves and teal. A camo Benelli M2 20ga. would be my ultimate little killing stick.

08-26-2008, 08:33 PM	#10 (permalink)
catfisherman23 Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: us Posts: 473 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	in my opinion, when buying an auotmatic shotgun yo get what you pay for, the cheaper the gun in a semi the cheaper the quality would recommend the nova pump in 20 guague for the price and quality.

08-26-2008, 09:31 PM	#11 (permalink)
gn83tm Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Western IA Posts: 42 Thanks: 0 Thanked 8 Times in 6 Posts	I have a Browning BPS pump 20 and like it a lot. It is an "upland special" model with a 22" barrel and a straight grip stock. It's a nice quality shooter.

08-26-2008, 10:52 PM	#12 (permalink)
slakline Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: BertLex Posts: 99 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Man, I tell you what..after years and years of lugging my 12 ga. duck guns in the uplands. I decided enough was enough and went to a 20 ga. O/U and I'm all the better for it. Easy to carry. Easy to point and shoot. Very little noticable recoil. I think my hit percentage has even gone up !! However, when the winds get up and the weather gets nasty, the old 870 12ga gets the call.

08-27-2008, 06:05 PM	#15 (permalink)
muddy river Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Blair Posts: 380 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Good answer Alex T.. __________________ It's always something.--Kevin Lang

08-27-2008, 08:12 PM	#16 (permalink)
dlwilson Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Ralston, Ne Posts: 184 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Does stoeger make a quality gun? I see they sell an over under for a decent price, not too cheap to make me think it's junk but not priced to where you see the major brands so I'm not sure. I plan on doing some looking around this weekend to see what's out there I just don't want to spend too much for a gun when I have 2 perfectly good 12 ga guns I've used for years and years, it's just be nice to have a lighter gun every once in a while. __________________ "Where's the booze?" "I just got robbed by a little old lady on a motorized cart...and I didn't even see it comin!"

08-27-2008, 09:52 PM	#17 (permalink)
Hunter Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 144 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Does Stoeger make a quality gun?? This really depends on your definition of quality. It will never be considered a beretta by any means but if you want a cheap O/U they are worth the money. Cons..... The fit and finish will not be great and the trigger pull is most definitely heavy and not nearly as crisp as a lot more expensive gun. They will not last as long as a top quality gun like a beretta. Pros....... They will go bang when you pull the trigger and function just fine with moderate use for years. Because the 'price is right' you won't be so pissed when you scratch it. In my opinion they are good entry level O/U.

08-27-2008, 10:01 PM	#18 (permalink)
Hunter Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 144 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Forgot to mention that the Mossberg Silver Reserve is another one you should check out. I think it is a little nicer than the stoeger. I have shot all three (stoeger, mossberg, beretta) and I personally own a SxS stoeger 28ga/20ga combo gun and I have 2 beretta O/U's. One in 28ga and one in 20ga. I admit I grab the nicer beretta's most all the time but when I do take out the stoeger with 28ga barrels I am like the grim reaper with it...... pure death!!!! That thing sure shoots where I look. I should really shoot it more often.

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