Benelli semi auto or other?

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Hello all,
I bought a remington 887 nitromag last year for clays. Tons of enjoyment, however I would like to purchase a semi auto. I hear benelli is the way to go? I would like some input. Also if there is a particular model that is light on the shoulder, I have taken my GF out a couple of times and she enjoys shooting, but its hard on the shoulder apparently.

Thanks in advance
 
Or a Remington 1100 or 11-87, or a Benelli M4. Beretta makes some fine semis. Bottom line is that you go out and try these guns out as much as possible. We can't make the decision for you, only offer suggestions.
 
For clays and not a dedicated waterfowl gun. Beretta Urika II and that is also tough too beat as a waterfowl gun. For extreme light kick in a shotgun,, a Beretta with kick-off system installed.. Be prepared to spend 2-3 times the cost of your 887. Quality semis are not cheap guns!

Prophet River has Urikas advertised in the EE for $999 which is a great price, and Clay is great too deal with!
 
H.K.Glock 007 said:
So no one is a fan of benelli then?
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Benelli's are great guns, but in your original post you stated you wanted a shotgun which is light on the shoulder. The Benelli Super Sport is probably the ultimate clays semi-auto, but be prepared to spend $2000+.

Beretta's are gas operated and will have lighter recoil. That's not to say Benelli's inertia system has a wicked recoil, the recoil just can't be as light as with a gas system.
The inertia system is easier to clean also. Any semi-auto will be easier on the shoulder than a pump, given the same ammo.
 
H.K.Glock 007 said:
So no one is a fan of benelli then?
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Alot people are but I just seems everyone wants to give you other suggestions. Nothing wrong with that but you asked about benellis, they've got a full lineup for all your needs. Quite a few light guns made specifically for clays and trap shooting. You're going to spend some money on it, but it's like everything in this world you normally get what you Pay for.

If you had the money and were willing to spend it I wouldn't hesitate to try out all the different models and buy a benelli that fits you. Plus there's no recoil anyways with trap loads so either a recoil or gas gun will do you fine.
 
IMHO trap loads do recoil, especially if you end up shooting a bunch of them in one day at the range (cumulative effect). That is why I shoot a gas gun (Beretta) for clay games. For hunting, Benelli semi-autos are fine.
 
My Vinci barely kicks at all with target loads. Pretty impressive for a less than 7 lbs gun. It cycles any kind of load flawlessly. The only problem I have with this gun is when we go to the range I have to fight to get it back from whoever is using it :D:D:D
 
What is the barrel like for heating up? My rem 887 nitro mag is unbelievable im told. most guys maybe cycle 20 rounds thru in 2 minutes then let the barrel cool right down, mine seems like its still cool after 20.

gagreflex said:
My Vinci barely kicks at all with target loads. Pretty impressive for a less than 7 lbs gun. It cycles any kind of load flawlessly. The only problem I have with this gun is when we go to the range I have to fight to get it back from whoever is using it :D:D:D
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H.K.Glock 007 said:
What is the barrel like for heating up? My rem 887 nitro mag is unbelievable im told. most guys maybe cycle 20 rounds thru in 2 minutes then let the barrel cool right down, mine seems like its still cool after 20.
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I've never really paid attention to it. I've never had to stop shooting due to the barrel heating up and I got a auto launcher that throws doubles. When I take it to the range it never gets put down, just a great handling gun. It's punishing if you shoot trap with 50 rounds of 3 inch high-velocity steel without taking a break. It's recommended break-in for this gun. It's cycles flawlessly and the way it breaks down is just amazing. My only real complaint is the case it comes with is kind of cheapish. Some people don't like the looks, I like the look of hardwoods, but I also like polymers, personal preference, but once you shoot it you won't care.
 
gagreflex said:
I've never really paid attention to it. I've never had to stop shooting due to the barrel heating up and I got a auto launcher that throws doubles. When I take it to the range it never gets put down, just a great handling gun. It's punishing if you shoot trap with 50 rounds of 3 inch high-velocity steel without taking a break. It's recommended break-in for this gun. It's cycles flawlessly and the way it breaks down is just amazing. My only real complaint is the case it comes with is kind of cheapish. Some people don't like the looks, I like the look of hardwoods, but I also like polymers, personal preference, but once you shoot it you won't care.
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Why would anyone in there right mind shoot "Trap" from an auto launcher with 3" Steel loads? At a range?
 
I would not worry too much about recoil now a day. Most brands come with the very comfortable recoil pad that were designed to absorb most of the kick.
I shoot a Franci Limited that has the jell pad insert and it's very comfortable. And its much lighter than my Beretta and less cleaning.
 
Win/64 said:
Why would anyone in there right mind shoot "Trap" from an auto launcher with 3" Steel loads? At a range?
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Trap , short for trap shooting - the sport of shooting at clay pigeons hurled into the air from a trap.

Auto Launcher - (Automatic Clay Pigeon Launcher, Also referred to as a "trap") - A device the throws clay pigeons into the air, used for the sporting purpose of trap shooting, skeet or sporting clays. It requires no mechanical resetting, that makes is automatic.

3" Steel Loads -3 inch long Shot-shells that are loaded with steel projectiles also known as "shot"

Range - (Gun Range) A place specifically designed for the discharge of firearms.

Hope that cleared it up for you. If you spend some more time on here and in the sport you will pick up the lingo in no time!!!:p
 
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