Shotgun Recommendations For Deer Hunting
#1
Shotgun Recommendations For Deer Hunting
My wife really wants to deer hunt this year and prefers a shotgun over a Muzzle Loader. We have a budget of about 600.00 for the gun and a simple scope like a red dot unit for 100 yard or less shots.
I want it to be compact and light weight for use in a blind or ladder stand from which she will hunt. If your wives or girlfriends hunt what have you bought for them? My wife is a big strong gal not petite, so she can handle a 12 guage just fine and 3 1/2 shells also. She shot expert in the military and is a good shot with most firearms. Thanks!
I want it to be compact and light weight for use in a blind or ladder stand from which she will hunt. If your wives or girlfriends hunt what have you bought for them? My wife is a big strong gal not petite, so she can handle a 12 guage just fine and 3 1/2 shells also. She shot expert in the military and is a good shot with most firearms. Thanks!
#2
Savage 220F
http://www.savagearms.com/firearms/model/220F
http://www.americanhunter.org/articl...bullseye-2011/
http://www.ableammo.com/catalog/prod...ucts_id=119204
I'm looking to get one myself !
http://www.savagearms.com/firearms/model/220F
http://www.americanhunter.org/articl...bullseye-2011/
http://www.ableammo.com/catalog/prod...ucts_id=119204
I'm looking to get one myself !
#3
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Does she prefer a pump or semi-auto?
There are many many good choices out there.
My preference is Mossberg.
I suggest the M500, 12 guage shoots 2 3/4 or 3" shells.
22 to 24" barrel with fiber optic sights & interchangeable chokes.
Receiver is tapped for scope mounts as well.
Or the M935 magnum, same combination of barrels and chokes but can shoot 2 3/4 (not too reliable though) 3 or 3 1/2" shells.
There are many many good choices out there.
My preference is Mossberg.
I suggest the M500, 12 guage shoots 2 3/4 or 3" shells.
22 to 24" barrel with fiber optic sights & interchangeable chokes.
Receiver is tapped for scope mounts as well.
Or the M935 magnum, same combination of barrels and chokes but can shoot 2 3/4 (not too reliable though) 3 or 3 1/2" shells.
#4
Does she prefer a pump or semi-auto?
There are many many good choices out there.
My preference is Mossberg.
I suggest the M500, 12 guage shoots 2 3/4 or 3" shells.
22 to 24" barrel with fiber optic sights & interchangeable chokes.
Receiver is tapped for scope mounts as well.
Or the M935 magnum, same combination of barrels and chokes but can shoot 2 3/4 (not too reliable though) 3 or 3 1/2" shells.
There are many many good choices out there.
My preference is Mossberg.
I suggest the M500, 12 guage shoots 2 3/4 or 3" shells.
22 to 24" barrel with fiber optic sights & interchangeable chokes.
Receiver is tapped for scope mounts as well.
Or the M935 magnum, same combination of barrels and chokes but can shoot 2 3/4 (not too reliable though) 3 or 3 1/2" shells.
#6
savage 220F!
20ga. bolt action
sells for around $450
I'd throw the best scope you can afford on it.
leupold makes the ultimate slam which has a ballistics reticle out to 300yds for your given slug load...50,100,150,200,250,300
if I had to do over I think I'd do the 1 piece dead nutz scope mount...
luckily I have a machine shop at my disposal...
20ga. bolt action
sells for around $450
I'd throw the best scope you can afford on it.
leupold makes the ultimate slam which has a ballistics reticle out to 300yds for your given slug load...50,100,150,200,250,300
if I had to do over I think I'd do the 1 piece dead nutz scope mount...
luckily I have a machine shop at my disposal...
#7
I shoot a Mossberg 695. It's a bolt action 12 ga slug gun. Shoots awesome. I do not think they are making those anymore, but I've heard great things about the Savage 220F. I personally like shooting bolts over pumps or semi's.
good luck
-Jake
good luck
-Jake
#9
Another vote for the Savage 220. I've got one and that thing is a tack driving son-of-a-gun. I know you said 100yards and under but this thing has no problem at 150 and will even go 200 without a lot of drop. Just make sure to shoot what they suggest to use in it. Got mine from Cabelas with a scope already on it for $500-something.
#10
I went and looked at the Savage 220F and will consider it when I take her to look at the various guns that have been suggested. The Savage was very light and simple to use. I had forgotten about the 44 Mag. single shot rifles we are allowed to use,thanks for mentioning it,I saw a nice 9 pointer a 10 year old got during the youth season last year. He used the 44 mag. and droped that deer in it's tracks at 50 yards with no problem. Also looked at a Mossburg 535 I kind of like it but she will have to decide which one she feels good with.