I see a whole lot of people on this site that are shooting the 835's with some AMAZING results. But my question is why is everyone shooting the 835 over 935? I figured most people prefer an auto to a pump, and when it comes to Benelli it seems everyone is choosing SBE I and II over the Nova and Supernova.
What makes the 835 such a turkey slayer? Any input is appreciated.
I just bought the 935 and conldn't be happer. My guess would be the 835 costs less and shoots just as good. They shoot so good 2nd shoot isn't needed.
I also have a 935 and love it too. I was just curious as to why it seemed like people prefered a pump to an auto.
for me its the capability to shoot 2-3/4 shells
Just have always liked a pump better. Less things to cause a problem. Would not trade my 835 for anything!
Because they typically shoot better tham most 12GA guns on the market. They are priced right, and most people can afford them without having to tie up a lot of money that some may not have or want to spend. The 835 has been my best shooting shotgun I have owned or shot. I owned a Browning 3.5" Gold semi-auto that was a great shotgun. But the 835 simply put would out shoot it. So I sold the Browning after buying the 835. No the 835 wasn't the shotgun that the Browning was, but it worked flawlessly and still does and it's nice to know that you got one of the best shooting shotguns that you can take in the turkey woods.
I have both the 835 and the 935, both shoot great. the 935 has less recoil and offers a quick follow on the rare occasion you would need one. 835's are cheaper but ill take the 935 any day.
Thanks for the info. I didnt know if there actually was a difference in the way they were shooting and the patterns they would throw.
The 835 is the best patterning shotgun for the money. That's why you see a lot of them around.
Love mine! Great shotgun.
because Mossbergs pattern so well....they developed the 3 1/2 mag, and they opened up the bore in a 12 ga to where it handles the big magnum shot charges....they are still a family owned business if I recall correctly...and as others have stated they don't break the bank.
I like semi autos, but if I needed a pump turkey gun I would buy Mossberg in a heartbeat.
I may have to get mine rigged up with all this talk about the 835. Mine was used one time turkey hunting and once for geese.
A friend of mine has been through 2 935's and both were problem childs.
I'm guessing the biggest reason you're seeing more people shoot the 835 is because it's been around a LOT longer than the 935.
Quote from: yelpy on April 22, 2012, 11:07:15 PM
A friend of mine has been through 2 935's and both were problem childs.
Mine was too. I bought one right when they hit the market and got rid of it. I'm assuming they have the kinks worked out being a lot of people that have newer 935s seem to really like them.
The # 1 reason is PRICE. Followed again by PRICE. The 835/935 shoot, but you gain nothing in your pattern with the 935. They both throw nasty patterns and a lot of folks would rather spend the extra money elsewhere. Wal-Mart was selling the 835's for $339.00. I've been pricing the 935's and the one I want is bumping $700.00.
Quote from: yelpy on April 22, 2012, 11:07:15 PM
A friend of mine has been through 2 935's and both were problem childs.
What kind of problems were they having?
I finally bought a 935 little over two years ago, after having a pump. I wish I had bought mine sooner. By buddy has a 835 that he has had for years and my 935 shoots as well as it does. One 935 has found a home (I would never shoot 3 1/2's out of his 835 but I do out of my 935 pistol grip turkey!!
I started hunting with an 835 last year. Before that i hunted with a rhino choked 870 sps-t. The quality of the remington was far far better than my 835. Also i have had way more problems with the mossberg than i have with any other gun i have ever owned. However my 835 patterns far better than any other turkey gun i have ever owned. Therefore problems and all i choose to keep it around. I am picking up a bps 10 24in turkey gun in the hopes of getting a higher quality gun that will pattern exceptionally well. But i doubt i will ever get rid of my 835.
I have a 935, and it eats everything from cheap 2 3/4 to the 3.5. Never a malfunction or problem whatsoever. Still trying to pick the perfect choke for Hevi 13 in #6 or #7.
Quote from: jim570 on April 25, 2012, 10:33:34 PM
X
We have a 40yd maximum policy with a slight fudge factor here at Old Gobbler. So hold off on the 60yd cross your fingers shots.
Thank you in advance.
Just picked up my 835. Cant wait to get her set up!!! :z-guntootsmiley:
835 is easier to clean. No gas tube to clean up.
I think mostly the pump vs auto issue revolves around three things.
1) financial - they cost more. If you don't have it or don't want to spend it.
2) problems - have heard of someone who had problems with an auto or have had problems first hand.
3) nervous - don't like the fact that there is more parts to clean and might be a little harder to maintain.
Just my observations.
been hunting with 835's ever since they came out in 1988
there is only one turkey gun in a 12ga and that is a Mossberg 835
Your pretty close. It was 1987.
Why the 835...
1 835 came first, many were bought before the 935 came out.
2 First 3.5"
3 First Backbored, 10 bore at 12 bore price
4 Far less complicated
5 Reliable
6 Built like a tank
7 Easy to get great patterns with multiple shells and chokes
8 Easier to clean, easier to polish bore
9 One shot should be all you need for turkey, auto loading is not required
10 Doesn't break the bank
11 You scratch it, you get mud on it, it doesn't ruin your day
12 Easy to mod, aftermarket sights, stocks, etc.
13 Lower cost for additional barrels
Quote from: surehuntsalot on April 26, 2012, 10:44:54 PM
...........there is only one turkey gun in a 12ga and that is a Mossberg 835
WOW..... Bold statement.
Quote from: Dbrnmllr on April 27, 2012, 03:44:28 PM
Quote from: surehuntsalot on April 26, 2012, 10:44:54 PM
...........there is only one turkey gun in a 12ga and that is a Mossberg 835
WOW..... Bold statement.
Bold yes. True? ABSOLUTELY!!! :icon_thumright:
My buddy has an 835 that he has used for years and has such a great pattern. That is one of the reasons why I bought a 935. There are more 835's that 935 because..
1. Been made longer.
2. Less Expensive.
But I sure would not trade my 935 for an 835.
The 935 is a great gun made better..
Thanks for all the info guys, I really had no idea that the 835s had been around so long.