First shotgun

A used 1100 is another good option but as a first shotgun i would still recomend a pump. Used 1100 can be very finicky with target loads. Also i have seen many people run skeet with pumps (mostly 870 wingmasters) so dont think a pump cant be successful at skeet.
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I have shot clean rounds with a Wingmaster myself, so I am well aware that it can be done. However, I wouldn't recommend a pump action for someone learning to shoot skeet, as they already have enough going on learning to shoot doubles, without having to cycle the action quickly.
 
Hovenator said:
For starters it will just be clays with a thrower just for practice and to get used to shooting. Sounds like a used Wingmaster is the popular consensus.

Also thanks for the suggestion to go to a store and actually shoulder some different shotguns and get some input form them. Anyone suggest a good store in BC's lower main land? We have a Wholesale Sports in Langley that seems to have a pretty large selection.

Just had a quick look at the Tradex site.... Well I can kiss away another hour looking at the Internet now!!!

Cabelas is building about 10 blocks from my house but they won't be open for another year.
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Go to Wanstalls in Maple Ridge and international shooting supply in Surrey near Guildford mall. These are my two primary choices when i need a gunstore.

Wholesale might have a nice selection, and often have good deals, but I wouldn't trust the staff to be knowledgeable.
 
Thanks. I'd rather go to a small store where the people have good knowledge of the products than a "mega store" where I can get more info by reading the box that the product comes in than talking to the staff.
 
I started with an 870 express.... I bought it in 92 fm my whopping grocery packing salary..... Lol....

It was and is an awesome gun, back then there was no pot metal ingredients.... It has fired over 2000 rounds, been under water, but I take meticulous care of all of my guns....

It will never leave my safe, but the wood has been replaced and it has gone through 4 iterations and now has a turkey barrel on it and a Boyd's stock....

It is the most heavily hunted gun I own..... If you can find one of that vintage I would heavily endorse it....
 
Wait till after Christmas when the bills come in and you will find better prices on the used market. Right now everyone is trying to get max dollars before Christmas, and prices seem a bit on the high side for guns in general.
 
If it's birds and skeet you're looking to do, I'd be getting a used Auto5 - Clays and ducks don't stand a chance
 
What are thoughts on a used gun vs a new. I see some are listed as having a 10 year warranty. Is that actually worth anything? Or just a pain if you have to ship it away to be fixed.
I would probably only buy a used gun from a store which I would hope would ensure it is in good working order.
 
Hovenator said:
What are thoughts on a used gun vs a new. I see some are listed as having a 10 year warranty. Is that actually worth anything? Or just a pain if you have to ship it away to be fixed.
I would probably only buy a used gun from a store which I would hope would ensure it is in good working order.
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In most cases i always prefer a used gun. Also like said the older wingmaster models are better then the newer ones and about half the price

Also there is no reason used guns should only be bought at a store i have bought and sold multiple used guns on here with no problems including guns from 400 all the way up to 11,000.
 
Hovenator said:
What are thoughts on a used gun vs a new. I see some are listed as having a 10 year warranty. Is that actually worth anything? Or just a pain if you have to ship it away to be fixed.
I would probably only buy a used gun from a store which I would hope would ensure it is in good working order.
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10 years? A properly made gun is just getting broken in after 10 years (I'm not talking about a clays gun that gets used 2-4 times a week, I'm talking hunting guns, especially upland). I have bought guns that were made before WWII that were in fantastic original condition. I'm not looking for LNIB but 1000 rounds over 40-80 years is not uncommon. Guns often spend decades sitting in a safe, barely ever being used. I can't imagine the circumstances that would get me to buy new. Older guns means better made for much less money. The only question is are you competent to judge the condition of the gun?
 
canvasback said:
10 years? A properly made gun is just getting broken in after 10 years (I'm not talking about a clays gun that gets used 2-4 times a week, I'm talking hunting guns, especially upland). I have bought guns that were made before WWII that were in fantastic original condition. I'm not looking for LNIB but 1000 rounds over 40-80 years is not uncommon. Guns often spend decades sitting in a safe, barely ever being used. I can't imagine the circumstances that would get me to buy new. Older guns means better made for much less money. The only question is are you competent to judge the condition of the gun?
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No, I don't think I'd be a competent judge as I've never owned a firearm before! I have several friends though who are very experienced. I'd bring one of them.
 
If bird hunting will be grouse, then a 20 gauge would be all you need. Hell, it even works fine for decoying ducks and geese so you're covered there in future as well. You do not need or want a Full choke at this stage. Either the IMP CYL tube or ream the fixed choke out to that. You'll be shooting relatively close and the IC will give you the best chance at success.

Any pump gun, new or used but good condition, will be fine. But the key to wingshooting is a gun that fits you. If you are of average build and average height with average everything, then most guns should fit you reasonably well. But they will all feel different in your hands so the best thing you can do is to try as many as possible.
 
Well, I'm still looking. :) in the meantime I've manage to purchase a nice SKS and a really nice Savage MKII.
The Mossberg may be the way to go as I've spent some of my "shotgun" money on these other 2!
 
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