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08-23-2007 | 02:38 PM

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mello_collins

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RE: Buying an O/U need Help!

I used to sell both at a sporting goods store and I like both. The berretta has a better fit and finish as well as being a little lighter (easier to carry all day). The ruger is built like a tank, most rugers are. The ruger will take more abuse. If it were the stainless ruger, it would handle the wet weather much better. If he hunts when it is wet that is. Are his other guns and such stainless? That could be a clue. What every body is telling you about “fit” cannot be stressed enough. Since a shotgun is pointed and not aimed the proper “feel” is of utmost importance. A cheap gun that “fits” would be better than an expensive one that did not “feel” right. Use his friends, the gift card with pictures, or if it is a good store that has both; take him in and demand that he picks which one he wants! If they have more than one of the type he wants, request to see all of them. The wood on both of these models can vary greatly from gun to gun. I have seen some truly beautiful wood on both models, but it is very hit and miss and the only way to tell is to see all that they have in stock.

Again, you are a wonderful girlfriend and my wife just rolled her eyes when I pointed this out.

mello

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