I want a an O/U under for trap shooting and I think I have settled on a used Citori, I see trap models that are of course for trap but also field models, what is the main difference between the two, will I be handicapped with a field model?
Trap versus field O/U
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Maritime Storm
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The trap model will generally weigh at least a full pound heavier than the field model, they generally but not always have a taller rib, may have a monte carlo stock or more common nowadays an adjustable stock and will print a pattern above POA.
You are not handicapped using a field gun for trap, but you do need to understand where your gun patterns. In trap most shots are on rising birds, so a high patterning gun is an asset, as most shots are missed low... you will have to learn to pull through when you shoot with a field gun, thus blocking out the bird, whereas with a high-pattern gun, you can keep the bird in view, follow it up and squeeze... assuming you keep the barrel swinging/rising.
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The only thing that I can add to the good information above, is that a trap gun will have a parallel comb. The comb is parallel to the rib and does not fall away from the rib the further you mount your head to the rear of the stock.
Thanks all I better stick with the trap model then as that is for sure what it will be used for, and keep the old model 12 for huntin
If you decide that trap is your game and you want to get the best you can at it, I think it's a good idea to buy a trap gun. If your talking casual trap with friends in the field or once a month in a club your hunting gun is fine. Cover the bird and follow trough.
Happy shooting!
Happy shooting!
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Trap guns generally have stocks with higher combs, weigh more, usually have barrel lengths starting at 30" with 32" and 34" very commonly used. Many have a host of other options and attributes not generally found on field guns such as ported barrels, interchangeable trigger systems, adjustable stocks, adjustable POI ventilated ribs and the list goes on.
And they usually come with heftier price tags....
And they usually come with heftier price tags....
I think if you are going to get a dedicated trap gun, then the trap version is what you want. However, if you want to shoot skeet, 5stand, sporting clays or hunt, then I would rather get a sporting version or a field version. my opinion is that a field/sporting version is more versatile but obviously not as good for just trap...
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There are compromises between the two as in the Citori Crossover Target.
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Are you sure on the chokes on the 3200? M/F or I/C under Modified would be more common. If they both fit you, then the real question comes down to new gun that is more flexible to shoot the vairous games or a used well made trap gun.
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For someone new to guns the Citori Crossover is a much better choice. The Citori is still in production and parts for it are plentiful as are the people who know how to fix them.
The Remington 3200 went out of production over 30 years ago. During its run the 3200 underwent various modifications and was the subject of a major recall. Remington doesn't support the gun any longer and parts are not as easy to find. Unless you know what to look for a 3200 can be a challenge. Here's a good link with more info on the 3200.
http://www.shotgunworld.com/bbs/viewtopic.php?t=108173
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The Browning Crossover Target ... great advice & very good value.
For around $200, you can have an aftermarket adjustable comb installed ... a nominal price to achieve even better gun fit as most "out of the box" guns do not fit everyone, even though
some will tell you they do ! Even "same model guns" straight from the factory do not all have "as advertised" or "identical" dimensions. You may require some variance in length of pull,
cast, drop at heel or comb or pitch to achieve your best fit which can only be achieved after a good bit of patterning.
For around $200, you can have an aftermarket adjustable comb installed ... a nominal price to achieve even better gun fit as most "out of the box" guns do not fit everyone, even though
some will tell you they do ! Even "same model guns" straight from the factory do not all have "as advertised" or "identical" dimensions. You may require some variance in length of pull,
cast, drop at heel or comb or pitch to achieve your best fit which can only be achieved after a good bit of patterning.
