Over and Under 12 Ga
 

Hey Guys,

I am in the market for a good over/under 12 ga. Loking at hunting small game, mostly pheasant..Any suggestions? I am looking at spending no more than $800.00 to $1,000.00.......

Thanks,

JKC

RE: Over and Under 12 Ga
 

Look for a good used Beretta Whit Wing or Browning Citori.

RE: Over and Under 12 Ga
 

You don't have to spend that much. Check out the Stoeger Condor. I got one in 20 Gauge for my wife and it's a nice little gun. No fancy engraving, but the pheasants can't tell the difference. I got hers at Dick's Sporting Goods last year for about $200.
http://www.stoegerindustries.com/

RE: Over and Under 12 Ga
 

For that price I would look at several different models to see which fit you best. Here is a short list

Ruger Red Label
Browning Citori
SKB
Lanber
Mossberg Silver Reserve
Winchester 101
Stoeger Condor
CZ
Savage Milano

All of these should available either new or used within your price range, and should do just fine for hunting.

If you can find a Ithica, made by SKB, in either SXS or O/U should cost around 500 to 800. They were made in the 60's I believe and have chrome lined bbls and black chrome outer. I have had several and they were excellent guns. IMO much better that SKB makes now.

Can't go wrong with the three B's when buying O/U shotguns; Browning, Beretta, Beneli.


"Brownings don't wear out, they wear in......"

I strongly support buying a used Browning Citori or other quanlity proven firearm over the cheapies. These include the Japanese made Charles Daly (Muroku), Winchester 101, SKB brands, Weatherby (made by SKB) and possibly a couple others.

The least cost quality O/U is the SKB 505 field and that'll run ya about $1,200...It's a fine gun.

Just remember the old adage..."You get what you pay for". Think hard about that super cheap deal again. Most large gunshops should have a decent selection of used O/U's. Check them out. Some real good deals can often be had in the off-season like now. Be sure to check for worn hinge pins, although that's usually not much of a problem on field guns. Ones used in trap and skeet can get a little loose and in need of rejointing.

Ruger red label is the best bang for the buck. the condors and baikals and other imported o/u's are nice guns, but i've yet to find one that didn't beat the heck out of you. The ruger is a really nice option!

The Ruger Red Labels are decent. But as said above the SKB's are probably the best value for your dollar on the market. Especially if you can find one of the older top locks.

I would look for a good used one in order to maximize my dollars. Most quality stack barrels are going to run a good bit over $1,000. Tom.

You can find used Beretta, Brownings. SKB,Weatherby's in great shape used at your price point. If you can save up a $100 more plus what ever the tax is in your state the Winchester 101 are going for $1099 now days and are a great field gun for the money.
You have to decide. Get out to the various well stoked stores in you area and pick them up and see what one fits and feels best to you.

I can't believe no one said Franchi (Italian made). I bought the Franchi "diamond" at Dicks several years ago. It was about 800 on sale. It is has the blued barrel, engraved stainless receiver, and Walnut stock. It was 300 less than the Ruger Red Label. It shoots wonderfuly and looks great.


Make sure whatever you buy you get the selector switch, allowing you to determine which barrel you want to shoot first.

A11en,

Who was this guy ?!?!


"I agree JDHOGG - GO American made!!! "


LOL :-)

BTW - I like Franchi's.................just so you know.

Sheridan,

That is normally my policy, but there are a few things we've not perfected and should really consider the imports - Shotguns, sports cars, and mail-order brides :)

A11en,

You gotta love those old American made SxS (shotguns) though !!!


...........and you are right about one thing; we aren't exporting any American "brides". LOL