Originally Posted by Oldtimr

Don't even think about a .28 gauge for geese, it is too small. If you can shoot a 12 ga that is the gun to buy, if you are worried about recoil buy a semi auto gas operated. 16 gauge shells are very expensive as are the .28 ga shells and you more than likely would have a problem getting non tox shot for both. Winter geese are heavily feathered and big birds that absorb a lot of shot. If you donlt want the 12 ga. go for a 3 inch chamber 20 gage which would not have much less recoil than the 12 ga with 2 3/4 inch shells. Try shooting a 12 gauge before you buy, remember hunting geese in the winter if you don't live in the south you will be wearing heavy clothing which helps to absorb some recoil. The most important thing is that the gun fits you, an ill fitting gun will cause a lot more felt recoil than one that fits.