If you had to pick one to turkey,duck and deer hunt what would it be. I'm really limited on funds now and need a do it all gun. The less money the better.
Remington 11-87
Find an older 870 or a bps.
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Go to walmart and get you an 870. They are under $300. There ain't a thing wrong with the Mossberg 500 either and they are cheaper. Both will do whatever you want for a long time.
Remington 870 with a 26" barrel
870. Endless options.
I agree with Highball . Remington 870 . Maybe an express 3.5 , 26 inch barrel , synthetic stock .
:toothy9:Remington 870, SM. Chokes for small game and get a rifled barrel for slugs for big game.
Hunted like that for a while. :camohat:
As a matter of fact tho, Uncle Sam uses the Mossberg 500 in his arsenal with two changes to what you and I buy off the rack: metal safety button and trigger guard. I'd say that's a pretty good endorsement of the 500!
870
BPS...
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My 26 inch 870 SM. It's a no brainier with all the parts for it so widely available and it's natural versatility.
I would say the 870 is s great gun. Stood the test of time n than some. I have a ton of remingtons, love em all. That being said the Mossberg as much as I hate to say it is a better all around gun wity the overbored barrel so you don't deform shot on the shot, forcing cones lengthened to help w same, and the variability to shoot 3-1/2" shells well. Many guns can't do what the Mossberg does because of its features. Remington in general makes a more quality price but one gun my money goes to Mossberg
Mossberg 500
Quote from: chad fenton on March 12, 2016, 08:09:35 PM
Go to walmart and get you an 870. They are under $300. There ain't a thing wrong with the Mossberg 500 either and they are cheaper. Both will do whatever you want for a long time.
on a budget; this is your answer. The mossberg maverick @ walmart is under 200. It takes all of the same xhokes and barrels as the mossberg 500. Google the reviews on it. My son and I use one for duck hunting and have never felt handicapped with it m
Quote from: highball on March 12, 2016, 08:19:52 PM
Remington 870 with a 26" barrel
Wholeheartedly agree....and also someone suggested Wal-Mart....that a good bet as well,I PERSONALLY would stay away from mossberg,I firmly believe Remington is a waaaaay better quality gun and will hold up alot better and longer ....but thats just my opinion. Good luck!!!!!
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Uncle Sam uses the 500...
As above stated, if on a real tight budget try the Mossberg Maverick. Cheap and good.
Quote from: Bowguy on March 13, 2016, 05:15:56 AM
I would say the 870 is s great gun. Stood the test of time n than some. I have a ton of remingtons, love em all. That being said the Mossberg as much as I hate to say it is a better all around gun wity the overbored barrel so you don't deform shot on the shot, forcing cones lengthened to help w same, and the variability to shoot 3-1/2" shells well. Many guns can't do what the Mossberg does because of its features. Remington in general makes a more quality price but one gun my money goes to Mossberg
Correct me if i am wrong. hey it has happened ;D
But how does a overbored barrel shoot slugs? Maybe i missed something?
You can't shoot slugs in an 835 barrel......they are so marked or at least mine is.
Buy a Rem 870 26" bbl with rem-choke replaceable chokes and you will not need another gun. A couple of different chokes for duck hunting and turkey hunting is all you will need. $300 dollar gun and basically repair free for life.
Toss a coin, the 870 and the mossberg are both very good shotguns, both have different features. I would go to a gunshop, or Walmart and handle both and see which you like best. I'm a fan of both, and own several of both, and I will say there's nothing like an older wingmaster, the mossberg has stood the test of time as well. I've noticed in all my years that shotguns usually get rode very hard, and put up wet, the average person doesn't take very good care of them, so you can say that 870's and 500's have held up well,and will be around a long time!
BPS would be my choice. It's just a great all around gun.
One gun to do it all? I'd be looking into the Mossberg 500 field combo. 3" is enough for any bird you'll ever shoot and the rifled slug barrel is no slouch. That's where I'd be looking. If that's too much over your budget, I'd just look into a the standard 500 field grade and get a slug barrel when things free up a bit.
If you decide to get an 870, I would try to find one pre-2010. The quality is much better on those guns compared to the newer ones...
Quote from: taylorjones20 on March 15, 2016, 09:39:50 AM
If you decide to get an 870, I would try to find one pre-2010. The quality is much better on those guns compared to the newer ones...
Agreed. Remington quality has slipped in recent years, but the 870 is still decent. A feller should get by just fine with an 870 or Mossy 500.
Quote from: wvmntnhick on March 15, 2016, 08:59:14 AM
...I'd be looking into the Mossberg 500 field combo...
That combo is a great value already and can sometimes be found sale priced, as well.
Quote from: stinkpickle on March 15, 2016, 10:15:02 AM
Quote from: wvmntnhick on March 15, 2016, 08:59:14 AM
...I'd be looking into the Mossberg 500 field combo...
That combo is a great value already and can sometimes be found sale priced, as well.
Yes it can. The LGS just got a used one the other day. I was considering it to keep at the camp in case someone shows up and needs a gun. My uncle comes every year to bow hunt and ends up wanting to squirrel hunt. It'll also keep me from having to lug one there when I load the dogs and head that way.
870
If I'm looking cheap, an 870. If I'm dropping the coin for higher quality, a Benelli SBE2 or Super Vinci. I own both the 870 and SBE2 and both have taken their share of ducks and turkeys. The Benelli POI and POA is dead on. The Remington is WAY off. It was amazing I could hit a duck with it and makes sense why some days I could shoot a bird one direction but not the other! Both have unlimited aftermarket options.
Quote from: omegafoo on March 15, 2016, 07:16:48 PM
If I'm looking cheap, an 870. If I'm dropping the coin for higher quality, a Benelli SBE2 or Super Vinci. I own both the 870 and SBE2 and both have taken their share of ducks and turkeys. The Benelli POI and POA is dead on. The Remington is WAY off. It was amazing I could hit a duck with it and makes sense why some days I could shoot a bird one direction but not the other! Both have unlimited aftermarket options.
Shoot the birdy in the middle , that way it works in both directions :bike2:
Remington 870
Like others have suggested, if you go the 870 route get an older one. The big green QC ain't what it used to be!
Mossberg
JMHO, look for a nice clean used 870 Wingmaster, save the walnut stock, add a cheap synthetic if you must.
Just left the gun shop a moment ago. Picked up an old 20 ga for my dad to give to the nephews and niece. They had that 500 up there for $255. The other barrel is in the back. I believe they plan to clean it up and sell it separate but I'd bet you could get the thing for $320 out the door. If I truly needed it, I'd be getting it myself but... No need for it here. Especially since dad bought the 20. Lol.