3.5" Over Under???
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The Weatherby Orion used to be chambered in 3.5". But it's been discontinued. You might find one for sale somewhere. But the recoil won't be pleasant. I'm not worried about your shoulder, I'm more concerned about the inertia triggers. Could that be why they killed it?
I went and had a look at that Fabarm sight they never listed any 3.5's but those babys look a little rich for my blood...looking for a good shooter, functionality comes first. Are those weatherbys good guns?? I'm sure they are, but I have no expirence with O/U's! Thanks all for your input!!!
Scott
Scott
Beretta makes the Onyx Pro in 3.5" but it's probably around the $2,500 range. In that neighbourhood I'd be more inclined to save around $1,000 and buy a Beretta Xtrema semi-auto. A 3.5" o/u is going to be a bear on the shoulder.
There's been alot of development and improvement in 3" shells to closely match the performance of 3.5" shells recently. A 3.5" chamber is nice if you can get it for free or for a small premium (870 Express anyone?), but with today's choice of quality 3" shells, there's no real need pay big money for a 3.5"
For your budget, I'd suggest to stick to a 3" chambered shotgun, you'll have more choices in your price range, and invest in premium magnum waterfowl 3" shells.
For your budget, I'd suggest to stick to a 3" chambered shotgun, you'll have more choices in your price range, and invest in premium magnum waterfowl 3" shells.
Well to tell you the truth, I was born and raised very near the south Saskatchewan river in a plentiful bird area. I used to goose hunt 2 or three times a week throughout the season for probley 8 years i did this (i am 25). Then they introduced steel shot..... brutal!!!!! The increased cost wasn't a factor it was performance, I never wounded and lost so many birds in all my life it just didn't pack the punch of the old 3" lead stuff. I have a 3" CIL Pump but have aalways wanted an O/U so I thought this 3.5" was maybe the answer because they would hit a little harder!! Maybe I should just try some new 3" loads and see. Also what are the Stoeger line up like, I don't require a fancy rifle just a reliable shooter that will eat some dirt and whack some birds!!!!! Thanks for your help everyone!! Scott
Ahsan Ahmed
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Epps in Ontario has a Fabarm o/u in Camo listed for $1500.....I hear Fabarm produces good guns. You don't have to use 3.5 inch though....
On second thoughts, if you are planning on using an o/u for hunting including waterfowl....suggest look at the Baikals.....good value for the low price range and suited to take the abuse.
On second thoughts, if you are planning on using an o/u for hunting including waterfowl....suggest look at the Baikals.....good value for the low price range and suited to take the abuse.
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Ahsan Ahmed
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
EllwoodEpps dot com (in Ontario).......good selection of Baikal o/u and sxs
baikalcanada dot com - is the distributor, you can also access the Baikal site (in Russia) by clicking their logo in Epps' site.
No first hand knowledge on Stoegers.....Baikal guns have very favourable reviews.
baikalcanada dot com - is the distributor, you can also access the Baikal site (in Russia) by clicking their logo in Epps' site.
No first hand knowledge on Stoegers.....Baikal guns have very favourable reviews.
I just got a Condor, but unfortunatly, it is in Ontario right now for some waranty work. But i'm confident once it is straightened out, I'll get a lifetime of use out of it. I've handled alot of shotguns. Only three have ever fit me perfect. The first was a Barazilian made SxS. The second was a Stoeger 2000 autoloader. The third is this Condor. I guess i was made to shoot cheap guns! The fit and finish of the Condor is exceptional, especially considering it's price. I admit, the checkering isn't the greatest, but nothing that can't be recut. The way it swings and balances is nice too. Now if only I could put some rounds through it. And I agree, 3 1/2 isn't what it's cracked out to be. Consider this: People think your going to get 10 gauge performance, out of a 3 1/2 inch 12. There are two types of loads in a 3 1/2. 10 gauge patterns, or high velocity. But not both. That's it in a nutshell. I like quality steel loads. Kent Fasteel is my favorite. It patterns well out of any shotgun I've tried. It has the power (Speed) to kill without maiming, and it's really not much more money. I used to shoot Winchester Drylock. I'd miss more birds with that stuff, I shot twice as many rounds. I don't know if the extra speed of the Kent is making up for my misjudged lead, or if the patters in the Win are so open, the birds flew right through them. So for me, Kent is more cost effective. And I don't own a 3 1/2 anymore. Not worth the cost of ammo.
The fit and finish of the Condor is exceptional, especially considering it's price. I admit, the checkering isn't the greatest, but nothing that can't be recut. The way it swings and balances is nice too. Now if only I could put some rounds through it. And I agree, 3 1/2 isn't what it's cracked out to be. Consider this: People think your going to get 10 gauge performance, out of a 3 1/2 inch 12. There are two types of loads in a 3 1/2. 10 gauge patterns, or high velocity. But not both. That's it in a nutshell. I like quality steel loads. Kent Fasteel is my favorite. It patterns well out of any shotgun I've tried. It has the power (Speed) to kill without maiming, and it's really not much more money. I used to shoot Winchester Drylock. I'd miss more birds with that stuff, I shot twice as many rounds. I don't know if the extra speed of the Kent is making up for my misjudged lead, or if the patters in the Win are so open, the birds flew right through them. So for me, Kent is more cost effective. And I don't own a 3 1/2 anymore. Not worth the cost of ammo.
