Shotgun for sharptail,grouse
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manbearpig
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- Somewhere in the Third World
for a new entry-level pump its hard to beat the Mossberg Field model in 20ga ($250), or buy one of the Mossberg combos and sell off the extra barrel for a super cheap, new, reliable beater.
but personally i would just look for a used SxS in good condition, they are so much nicer to carry around.
but personally i would just look for a used SxS in good condition, they are so much nicer to carry around.
- Location
- Saskatchewan
Sharptails ARE grouse. If you mean you want to hunt both sharptail grouse and ruffed grouse, they are two VERY different birds. If you don't have a pointing dog, Sharptails are normally hunted with a 12 ga. and full or modified choke, and use #6 shot or even 5's especially in the late season. They are open country birds, and most shots are 35-45 yards. Young of the year can provide closer shots.
Ruffed grouse are close-cover birds, are smaller than sharptials, and most wingshooters ( as opposed to shooting them while they sit) would choose an open choked 20 ga with 7-1/2 shot. Shots are mostly under 30 yards. Target loads are adequate for them.
For your purposes, a gun with interchangeable chokes is most versatile, with a medium barrel length, 26" or 28" and can be 12/16/20 ga. Action type and gun fit are a personal thing.
Ruffed grouse are close-cover birds, are smaller than sharptials, and most wingshooters ( as opposed to shooting them while they sit) would choose an open choked 20 ga with 7-1/2 shot. Shots are mostly under 30 yards. Target loads are adequate for them.
For your purposes, a gun with interchangeable chokes is most versatile, with a medium barrel length, 26" or 28" and can be 12/16/20 ga. Action type and gun fit are a personal thing.
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I just picked up a new Stevens 512 Goldwing in 28 guage. It is a well built gun with very reasonable fit and finish for the money. It is also available in 12, 20, and 410. Actually there is a 20 for sale right now in the exchange forum, I might pick it up myself for a second gun as my wife has taken a shining to my new 28!
I am pretty sure it is an older Ithica pump,I don't think he would ever part with it.
16's are great. The ammo is a touch more expensive and newer guns in that gauge can be harder to find. But I agree with the previous post recommending the Mossberg field model. The combo with 2 barrels and interchangeable chokes is a great value. I'd be happy with one in 12 or 20 as it could double as a waterfowl gun down the road.
What's your budget?
What's your budget?
Hey, wanna do a review after a some rds? I've been looking at picking up one since the sxs i bought don't fit me at all.
