12 gauge shotgun recommendation?

09-27-2011, 05:54 PM

I'm looking to CA for some recommendations to research further for a reliable, mid-priced 12 gauge shotgun. Use will primarily be for skeet shooting and even some hunting perhaps (haven't been in quite a few years but dad does and I'd like to get back into it for another thing we can share together along with my half-brothers).

I'd like an automatic rather than pump, but it really will come down to price. I'd like to purchase some more handguns in the future and do some work on my truck so I don't want to go real crazy with the shottie. Home defense is not a need at this time, I have my XD9 for that.

My dad told me to look into the Remington 1100 model, but after googling it I saw it retails for over a thousand $$, way above what I want to pay.

I know there's firearms enthusiasts on here way more in the know than I, so can you recommend some options for me to look into for a 12 ga. shotgun?

Price Point = $<600

Remo · 09-27-2011, 05:57 PM

Check out Browning BPS

Ogre · 09-27-2011, 05:58 PM

You will be vary hard pressed to find an auto for that price. What I would recommend is to contact you local gun dealer and see what he can find used for you. Going through a dealer will give you better odds of not getting someone else's problem.

WittyUserName · 09-27-2011, 06:03 PM

Here is a link to my Auto. I love this gone, it feels great and I can shoot it all day. It is a little higher than your price point but not by much and you can probably find it cheaper.

http://www.weatherby.com/product/shotguns/semiauto

MrClean · 09-27-2011, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by WittyUserName

Here is a link to my Auto. I love this gone, it feels great and I can shoot it all day. It is a little higher than your price point but not by much and you can probably find it cheaper.

http://www.weatherby.com/product/shotguns/semiauto

My Weatherby looks very similar to the Uplander. My father in law got it for me used for $300 I think. I've shot countless rounds through it with only a couple hangups. And I believe that was due to cheap shells. I'd buy another one in a heartbeat.
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jjirons69 · 09-27-2011, 07:03 PM

Justin, i've had a Remington 870 Wingmaster since I was a teen, probably going on 25 years old. It still shoots very reliably. It's a 2 3/4" Modified and has given me years of pleasure. I know it's not a auto and it's still outside your $ range new. Maybe you can find a used model.

forgop · 09-27-2011, 07:17 PM

Remington 11-87 maybe? My dad gave me one for Christmas when I was 12 years old. Still have it 25 years later.

CasaDooley · 09-27-2011, 07:43 PM

A used Remington 1100 skeet or sporting would fall into your price category. Check your pawn shops. Also go to your local trap, skeet or sporting clays clubs and check their bulletin boards for some great deals in your price range. Used Benelli's are also very good and so are the Stoeger brand (same firing system). 28 inch barrel may be a little better for skeet, but 30 inch will also let you enjoy trap. Make sure you get one with interchangeable choke tubes. Ive been into the shotgun sports for a long time and these fall in your price range (new and used).
My auto is a Beretta Teknys Gold 30" but I favor my Perrazi Mirage Sporting 29 1/2" for skeet and my Browning 525 30" for trap and sporting clays. Hope this helps.

Bill86 · 09-27-2011, 07:55 PM

Take a look at the Remington 870. I replaced the stock with a recoiling absorbing stock and I can shoot the thing one handed. It's nice

CasaDooley · 09-27-2011, 08:06 PM

Heres one you can find under MSRP that fits the bill.http://http://www.stoegerindustries.com/

St. Lou Stu · 09-27-2011, 09:11 PM

I'll second the BPS... One of the best shotguns I've ever owned.

emopunker2004 · 09-27-2011, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by WittyUserName

Here is a link to my Auto. I love this gone, it feels great and I can shoot it all day. It is a little higher than your price point but not by much and you can probably find it cheaper.

http://www.weatherby.com/product/shotguns/semiauto

If you click the over arrow. you can get the synthetic stock one for just over $500

Silound · 09-28-2011, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Remo_5_0

Check out Browning BPS

This...because I like to shoot left handed sometimes andthe BPS is bottom ejection.

09-28-2011, 05:45 PM

wow, lots of great info and suggestions. that's why i love this forum. thanks, I have some research to do..

billybarue · 09-29-2011, 10:06 AM

11-87 Best all around for the price point
870 if any nee for home defense. Sound of slide might be enough.
20 gauge Citori w/english english stock. Favorite upland bird and dove gun.

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rizzle · 09-29-2011, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by cigars_n_scotch

I'm looking to CA for some recommendations to research further for a reliable, mid-priced 12 gauge shotgun. Use will primarily be for skeet shooting and even some hunting perhaps (haven't been in quite a few years but dad does and I'd like to get back into it for another thing we can share together along with my half-brothers).

I'd like an automatic rather than pump, but it really will come down to price. I'd like to purchase some more handguns in the future and do some work on my truck so I don't want to go real crazy with the shottie. Home defense is not a need at this time, I have my XD9 for that.

My dad told me to look into the Remington 1100 model, but after googling it I saw it retails for over a thousand $$, way above what I want to pay.

I know there's firearms enthusiasts on here way more in the know than I, so can you recommend some options for me to look into for a 12 ga. shotgun?

Price Point = $<600

1100's are over a G?? Holy chit, I'm getting old.

Steve · 09-29-2011, 02:48 PM

x2

The Poet · 09-29-2011, 03:00 PM

Just like with an escort, get one with a nice rack.

Jasonw560 · 09-29-2011, 03:08 PM

How about a Mossberg 930 autoloader? Around $5-600 retail. The couple of people I know who own them love them.

09-29-2011, 07:35 PM

I've always had good luck with the Remington 870. I know it's not an automatic, but I've been shooting three gun with it and not very many people are that much faster or more accurate with it than me. It's an excellent gun, put together well and can serve you for years to come. Plus it's cheaper and you can spend all the money on practice. But then maybe I'm just ridiculously talented along with my dashing good looks...

and rugged charm

09-27-2011, 05:54 PM	#1
cigars_n_scotch Guest Posts: n/a	12 gauge shotgun recommendation? I'm looking to CA for some recommendations to research further for a reliable, mid-priced 12 gauge shotgun. Use will primarily be for skeet shooting and even some hunting perhaps (haven't been in quite a few years but dad does and I'd like to get back into it for another thing we can share together along with my half-brothers). I'd like an automatic rather than pump, but it really will come down to price. I'd like to purchase some more handguns in the future and do some work on my truck so I don't want to go real crazy with the shottie. Home defense is not a need at this time, I have my XD9 for that. My dad told me to look into the Remington 1100 model, but after googling it I saw it retails for over a thousand $$, way above what I want to pay. I know there's firearms enthusiasts on here way more in the know than I, so can you recommend some options for me to look into for a 12 ga. shotgun? Price Point = $<600

09-27-2011, 05:57 PM	#2
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WittyUserName WOOOHOOO Join Date: Aug 2011 First Name: Adam Location: Virginia Posts: 1,455 Trading: (15)	Re: 12 gauge shotgun recommendation? Here is a link to my Auto. I love this gone, it feels great and I can shoot it all day. It is a little higher than your price point but not by much and you can probably find it cheaper. http://www.weatherby.com/product/shotguns/semiauto __________________ Check out the TROOP support Forums It is THIS easy to Support the troops

09-27-2011, 07:03 PM	#6
jjirons69 Haberdasher Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jamie Location: Chucktown, SC Posts: 4,120 Trading: (94)	Re: 12 gauge shotgun recommendation? Justin, i've had a Remington 870 Wingmaster since I was a teen, probably going on 25 years old. It still shoots very reliably. It's a 2 3/4" Modified and has given me years of pleasure. I know it's not a auto and it's still outside your $ range new. Maybe you can find a used model. __________________ Somebody has to go back and get a chitload of dimes

09-27-2011, 07:17 PM	#7
forgop Not a puffer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Duane Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 2,869 Trading: (40)	Re: 12 gauge shotgun recommendation? Remington 11-87 maybe? My dad gave me one for Christmas when I was 12 years old. Still have it 25 years later.

09-27-2011, 07:43 PM	#8
CasaDooley Herf Crew of 2 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kevin Location: The birthplace of Fathers Day Posts: 2,465 Trading: (41)	Re: 12 gauge shotgun recommendation? A used Remington 1100 skeet or sporting would fall into your price category. Check your pawn shops. Also go to your local trap, skeet or sporting clays clubs and check their bulletin boards for some great deals in your price range. Used Benelli's are also very good and so are the Stoeger brand (same firing system). 28 inch barrel may be a little better for skeet, but 30 inch will also let you enjoy trap. Make sure you get one with interchangeable choke tubes. Ive been into the shotgun sports for a long time and these fall in your price range (new and used). My auto is a Beretta Teknys Gold 30" but I favor my Perrazi Mirage Sporting 29 1/2" for skeet and my Browning 525 30" for trap and sporting clays. Hope this helps. __________________ *Founding member of the Lilac City Dedicated Herfers*

09-27-2011, 07:55 PM	#9
Bill86 Snob Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Bill Posts: 6,704 Trading: (67)	Re: 12 gauge shotgun recommendation? Take a look at the Remington 870. I replaced the stock with a recoiling absorbing stock and I can shoot the thing one handed. It's nice __________________ I'm drunk......but I'll get drunker! - Doug Stanhope

09-27-2011, 08:06 PM	#10
CasaDooley Herf Crew of 2 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kevin Location: The birthplace of Fathers Day Posts: 2,465 Trading: (41)	Re: 12 gauge shotgun recommendation? Heres one you can find under MSRP that fits the bill.http://http://www.stoegerindustries.com/ __________________ *Founding member of the Lilac City Dedicated Herfers*

09-27-2011, 09:11 PM	#11
St. Lou Stu Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tim Location: Belleville, IL (St. Louis) Posts: 2,304 Trading: (21)	Re: 12 gauge shotgun recommendation? I'll second the BPS... One of the best shotguns I've ever owned. __________________ Pretending to play golf since 1989

09-28-2011, 05:45 PM	#14
cigars_n_scotch Guest Posts: n/a	Re: 12 gauge shotgun recommendation? wow, lots of great info and suggestions. that's why i love this forum. thanks, I have some research to do..

09-29-2011, 10:06 AM	#15
billybarue Still Watching My Back Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 226 Trading: (5)	Re: 12 gauge shotgun recommendation? 11-87 Best all around for the price point 870 if any nee for home defense. Sound of slide might be enough. 20 gauge Citori w/english english stock. Favorite upland bird and dove gun. .02 __________________ "A Nation that makes a great distinction between its scholars and its warriors will have its thinking done by cowards and its fighting done by fools." --- Thucydides

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09-29-2011, 03:08 PM	#19
Jasonw560 PhD from Sarcastic State Join Date: Jul 2011 First Name: Jason Location: Harlingen, TX Posts: 812 Trading: (0)	Re: 12 gauge shotgun recommendation? How about a Mossberg 930 autoloader? Around $5-600 retail. The couple of people I know who own them love them. __________________ ...And a woman is only a woman, But a good cigar is a smoke! -R. Kipling

09-29-2011, 07:35 PM	#20
theycallmedan'lboone Guest Posts: n/a	Re: 12 gauge shotgun recommendation? I've always had good luck with the Remington 870. I know it's not an automatic, but I've been shooting three gun with it and not very many people are that much faster or more accurate with it than me. It's an excellent gun, put together well and can serve you for years to come. Plus it's cheaper and you can spend all the money on practice. But then maybe I'm just ridiculously talented along with my dashing good looks... and rugged charm