Budget Semi-autos

What semi-auto is best for the price

  • Stoeger 2000

    Votes: 8 13.6%

  • Remington 11-87

    Votes: 34 57.6%

  • Mossberg 935

    Votes: 17 28.8%
  • Total voters
    59
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Just wondering what the scattergun gurus thought about the less expensive semi-autos out there, as in under $1000. I have put the smoothbore tube for my mossy 500 up on the exchange, with the hope that i will have a semi auto goose/duck gun by the time the season rolls around again. Anything worth mentioning that makes one superior to the other. Any other good options i have missed that should be mentioned. Keep in mind, this is a blind gun, not for upland, so something in camo gets preference. I know that fit is a major consideration, and i will be trying them on before i buy, but ease of operation, reliability, cold weather operation, etc, are all things i would like to hear about.
 
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I have a Rem 1100 and I love it. Reliable and works well in all conditions (except dusty, so I've heard - but I never use it in dust!). You can pick up a used one for $500 on here (or less). Not camo, but you can buy a LOT of camo tape for the extra $500. :)
 
Baikal MP-153
type that into the search a prepare for some glowing reviews. Better yet type it into youtube, there are some pretty awesome test videos for it over there.
Cheers,
Grant
 
I would said Baikal MP153 /Remington SPR453 (same gun different label).

Just make sure when you shop for one find one build after 2005 (with a cutout hole in the shell follower) as I was told those are the 2nd gen with some improvements on weight / balancing etc.

Here is link to a video that somewhere in Europe people testing the Mp153 by firing 50,000 rounds without breaking it in 5 days or something:

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=YwL_JEsJ1b4

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=bFhK0ifNJ7g&feature=channel

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=Ba2SW6HtC8c&feature=channel


I really like to get a Stoeger 2000 but got mixed commends from owners some love their while some trade it after the first season but never heard a bad review from the MP153 and that's why I got one now.
 
Spcamno said:
I would said Baikal MP153 /Remington SPR453 (same gun different label).

Just make sure when you shop for one find one build after 2005 (with a cutout hole in the shell follower) as I was told those are the 2nd gen with some improvements on weight / balancing etc.

Here is link to a video that somewhere in Europe people testing the Mp153 by firing 50,000 rounds without breaking it in 5 days or something:

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=YwL_JEsJ1b4

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=bFhK0ifNJ7g&feature=channel

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=Ba2SW6HtC8c&feature=channel


I really like to get a Stoeger 2000 but got mixed commends from owners some love their while some trade it after the first season but never heard a bad review from the MP153 and that's why I got one now.
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:eek: That's a nice little torture test >< piques my interest again for the baikal line of firearms ^.^ I talked to one of the owners of the local gun shop and her reply was "Why would you want a Baikal? They're Russian?" My response was and still is "So's the AK47 and that's considered one of the greatest assault rifles in the world." Plus from further digging Izmash (I've probably butchered the name, my bad :p) is the company that makes Baikal AND the Kalashnikov line of firearms... can't go wrong with that eh? :D
 
theoneofthechuck said:
:eek: That's a nice little torture test >< piques my interest again for the baikal line of firearms ^.^ I talked to one of the owners of the local gun shop and her reply was "Why would you want a Baikal? They're Russian?" My response was and still is "So's the AK47 and that's considered one of the greatest assault rifles in the world." Plus from further digging Izmash (I've probably butchered the name, my bad :p) is the company that makes Baikal AND the Kalashnikov line of firearms... can't go wrong with that eh? :D
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Yeah, that's why I bought one!:D:D:D

Forgot to mention:The Baikal MP153 is 3.5" chamber and all those listed in the poll are chambered for 3" shell except the 935 which is 3.5" as well but the 935 is only 3" to 3.5" but the MP153 can shoot most 2.75" to 3.5" reliably without any adjustment(except really light target load) and you can adjust it if you wanted to (comes with a gas nut wrench for adjustment).

Here's another good one:

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=--GbVKwDfNU

Enjoy!;)
 
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Another vote for the Baikal.

My roommate had one in college. I dont think he cleaned it. Ever. It shot beautifully every time. Cycles any round without a problem.

Can't go wrong for the money.

As for where to get one, any gun shop should be able to order one, Remington sells them under the name SPR435
 
If it is just going to be a blind gun I would knock the 2000 off the list, I have one and I do like it, but if it is just going to be for duck/geese you can get away with a heavier gun that gives you the option of the 3 1/2" shells.

If you were looking for an all purpose gun I would give the edge to the 2000 because of the weight (just make sure that you break it in properly).

If I was in your position I would look long and hard at the MP153/SPR453.
 
marlin1895gs said:
what are they worth roughly?
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The Baikal MP153 or Remington SPR453 can both be found between $500 to $600 and I have seen the Remington one on sale below $500 for a synthetic model.

The Stoeger Model 2000 B-N suggested is also a great gun but look for one build after 2007 with higher vent rib near receiver and orange color front site (older has white) also around $500 to $600.

B-N hit the nail in the head as the Baikal being heavier and for waterfowl its fine because you don't walk around vs hunting upland game also the Baikal is chambered for 3.5" and being gas operate its a lot easier on your shoulder (less recoil) vs a Stoeger (Inertia operate same or similar to the Benelli and some Beretta) is harsh on your shoulder (it kicks harder) especially the gun is lighter than the Baikal.

If I were you I will go to the store and try both gun on your shoulder and see which one fits you the best, even the best gun on the market is useless if you are not comfortable or shooting it accurately.
 
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