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So I put a deposit down of a BSS. Non selective trigger model. This will be a grouse and wood duck gun use a few times a year. Should I buy this or stick to my original plan on getting a new CZ?
 
sherlockbonez said:
Another quick question, Sauer royal vs BSS. Any advantage of one over the other....besides gun fit.
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I have owned both and prefer the Sauer. I found the BSS heavy and awkward with the pistol grip and beavertail forend. Both are well made and built to last.
 
You don't say if it's a 12 or 20. I've only handled a 12 ga. BSS once years ago and my impression was of a very solidly built and hefty gun. But your choice, whichever feels best to you. Is the BSS approved for steel shot?
 
Thanks for the comments. I'm looking at a 12. No, the BSS is not steel rated. As mentioned, I only plan on using this a few times a year, and with the low volume I'm shooting out of it I figured I can afford to use bismuth.

I have 3 others auto/pumps that will take most of the shooting, feather and clay.

So if there are no mechanical advantage to either gun, I'll pick the one that feels good to me...

Thx again for your input.
 
I have a 12Ga BSS and can only confirm what others already said: very well built, in my case it shoulders like a dream, mild recoil. The only issue is weight. This shotgun is heavy! Even so, if I would have to choose between the two, I would get the BSS, no question.
 
You have to compare each individual gun, one against the other. All things being equal, the Sauer sounds best for your purposes. The Browning's weight would be an asset in the duck blind, but a liability in the field. The CZ is a good value for the price point, but a used Sauer would be a better gun for the same price.

Damage, wear, or any kind of abuse leading to corrosion or dents, etc., changes the whole picture. Length of pull, drop at comb, cast, and so on are important. If you can, shoulder the guns and see which fits you best. If you can't, get the measurements off a gun that fits you and compare with those of the prospective guns.

Look at the individual guns and make your decision from there.
 
check the EE

gixer said:
Where did you find the BSS? They are hard to find.
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There is/was or possibly still both of these guns on the EE.
One is 12 Gauge (BSS) and the Sauer Royal in 20Gauge I think.
If your in the Vancouver area Italians have one in 12(BSS), only thing is Angelo had his name and SIN engraved into the bottom of receiver.
Price was around 800.00 by the time taxes where done.
Rob
 
A 12 Ga. pistol gripped beavertail forend BSS is indeed a stoutly built SxS that can be a chore to carry in the uplands. Had one and just did not like the weight.
A 20 Ga. English stocked (sporter) BSS is a whole different ball game ! Sweet to carry and still solidly built.

All BSS shotguns were made in Japan, however, some were assembled in Korea.

Tim
 
Thanks for the comment guys. I will be able to shoulder both the sauer and the BSS, probably gonna fondle some beat up Fox and Parker while I'm at it. I understand brownings are built a bit like a hairy beast as I have hunted with my 12ga citori and its quite hefty. As a matter of fact, my 20ga BPS is no light weight either. I kinda just wanted the BSS to go with the rest of the brownings I have.

I was just wondering about if there are major fault with either of those guns. Seems like they are both fine choices, I'll go and see which one that speaks to me.
 
I don't care about non removable chokes as I have 3 other 12ga. This is mostly for scratching my sxs itch that never seems to go away. Single trigger is a bit odd for a sxs, but one less thing for me to fumble when the wings are flapping.

I need to mention that I also have a 20ga Aya in the safe as well, just looking to buy more.
 
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