Wife said she would go if I got her a gun. Tried the 870 with Bushnell red dot last year and she was okay, except she doesn't care for the pump. I told her she wouldn't need another shot, but hey, I can always use another gun. Looking at the Benelli M2 and the Winchester NWTF gun. Want to be able to use a red dot due to the fact she is used to it and likes it. Anybody have any idea what is new or have any good suggestions. Wanting to get something for this season. Thanks, Johnny.
If you can go with the BENELLI you will not regret it I have a M2 with a IC 555 tube and love it. :z-guntootsmiley:
I would go with the Benelli, and I'll tell you why. I've got an SX3 12ga (3.5"), and have never had a problem in over 4 years with this gun. That being the case, I was intrigued about the SX3 20ga when it was released, up until I realized that it weighs over a pound more than the M2. The light weight is one thing that sold me on the 20, I certainly don't want to add another pound to it. Another option to check out would be the Weatherby SA-08, I haven't seen one in person but the reviews are positive and it looks like a nice gun
Don't count out the Remington 1187. That is a shooting machine.
I have an 870, and I personally am looking to add the 1187 to my stable.
Dependable and light weight, and will cost less than a Benelli.
I also give the 1187 Compact high marks, as "Santa" just brought one to our house for my son. The MOBU Camo is very well done throughout, and the "adjustable" stock is quite nice as he continues to grow. Obviously have not had a chance to pattern yet, but he sure has been wearing the squirrels and rabbits out! One other notable you may consider is although the action is totally different.....the receiver fit/feel, as well as safety mechanism mirrors her previous 870.
PS: I had a hard time finding this gun, as it used to be referred to as the "Youth" model, and Big Green decided to "re-name" it the compact I beleive in 2009. Buds Gunshop in Kentucky was where I eventually located it for a fair price. Good look in whatever gun you decide upon!
I bought a Benelli M2 for my daughter. I'm using a Indain Creek tube. I take this gun more then my 870 supermag when she's not hunting with me. It's light, patterns great to 45yds, less recoil, I was really amazed how light the recoil was after shooting a 12.
wife wants a gun therefore thats a great excuse to not go cheap
Looking like the benelli is what I'm leaning towards. I just want to wait until the new guns break at the shot show. I would love a 1187 with a sureshot and 21 in barrel.
I use an 1187 with IC 555 Choke, Does a
Great Job.
I have a Benelli M1 super 90 .20 that I bought last year, used. It's a great gun for sure. I bought it mainly for dove and duck hunting ponds. It has exceeded my expectations to say the least. It is crazy light. That said, I think it kicks harder then my Benelli SBE and my Extrema 2. After 75 rounds of trap, I am sore as heck with this gun....
I would suggest the Remington 1187 compact. I got one for my girlfriend this fall and she loves it. We adjusted the stock to fit her perfectly and she has used it for dove and duck and goose hunting. I have never been a big fan of Remingtons but this gun is perfect for her. Very simple and doesn't break the bank. I use Benellis regularly and they aren't made for the novice hunter. Also accesseries are easier to find.
1187 and use the money saved to buy the other toys.
Quote from: hookedspur on January 13, 2012, 07:05:38 PM
If you can go with the BENELLI you will not regret it I have a M2 with a IC 555 tube and love it. :z-guntootsmiley:
DITTO!
I saw were Franchi just released the Affinity. They have it in 20 gauge with 26 inch barrel, inertia driven and is only 5.6 pounds. Have not personally touched one, but they look very nice and would like to see how it feels and shoots.
Love my Benelli M2
Quote from: grousec on January 26, 2012, 08:38:43 AM
1187 and use the money saved to buy the other toys.
Like Fed HW#7's.
Flyrodder
M2 All the way :icon_thumright:
M2 for me as well
rem 870 with i c :drool:
Love my M2
Nice..
m2
M2 seems to be very popular!
M2 is very nice... just wish they would offer the 20ga in a steady grip
I just wish Burris would offer the speed bead for the 20 gauge!
Need to check out the Beretta 3901, 20ga has very little recoil. It is gas operated, and is a sweet shooter. Can also get youth model with adjustable stock.
Benelli Montefeltro super 90. Before i got my SBEII i hunted with this gun and killed many birds. its extremely light and the smoothest shooting gun ive ever handled. only disadvantage is it is not offered in cam just wood But its a great gun
Add me to the Benelli club as well. Love my M1 20ga. Patterns TSS great, but there was no way I was drilling and tapping the receiver for a rail to mount a red dot as I use the gun a lot for duck and dove. Hence the reason I built a Rem 870 20ga for my turkey gun. Missed one bird too many with the M1 to realize I need a red dot with TSS.
Quote from: slickyboyboo on April 04, 2012, 01:58:17 PM
I want a 20 ga M2 so bad I can taste it. If I was going to buy me an auto for turkey hunting, that is what I would go with. You can get them in the American model, and they run about $800-$850, instead of the normal $1200.
You want a link to a lightly used one for $699? :drool:
I bought a weatherby SA08 and love it. It is a shooter.
1187 sportsman in camo, or premier gloss wood.
Quote from: hookedspur on January 13, 2012, 07:05:38 PM
If you can go with the BENELLI you will not regret it I have a M2 with a IC 555 tube and love it. :z-guntootsmiley:
same here ! wouldnt trade my m2 for anything. it and the Indian creek .555 are a match made in heaven.
Quote from: CadeCart on April 04, 2012, 01:35:47 PM
This looks like a great gun. I would like to put my hands on one and shoot it.
Quote from: wbpc on February 06, 2012, 10:09:08 PM
I saw were Franchi just released the Affinity. They have it in 20 gauge with 26 inch barrel, inertia driven and is only 5.6 pounds. Have not personally touched one, but they look very nice and would like to see how it feels and shoots.
I held one of these a couple weeks ago, and if you can't bring yourself to paying $1300 for the M2, the Affinity should really get a good look. To me, it shoulders and points similarly to the M2. Great feeling little gun, but it's not the M2, which gets my vote.
My youngest daughter shoots a Weatherby SA-08 20 Gauge. the recoil is not bad, the gun shoots a good POA-POI and has been dependable.