Buying a shotgun- need advice please

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Hi guys, thanks for taking the time to read.

I've shot an 870 Wingmaster for 30+ years, at pretty much everything there is to shoot at. I'm pretty beat up (back and shoulder are gone), and can no longer handle the recoil. Time for a new gun.

Primary aim is to bust clays- trap, skeet, and sporting clays. Understand that no gun will do it all perfectly- that's ok, I'm never going to be a competitive shooter, this is just for fun. 2 3/4" is all I'll need, as if I do go hunting again it'll be over decoys.

Requirements are reliability, function, and the softest felt recoil available. Not looking to spend a lot, but will go up to around 2,500$ for a good gun. As an aside, I'll be buying 2 shotguns- my wife and I shoot together, and she's about done with the 870 recoil as well.

Looking hard at the Remington 1100 competition, as well as the Benelli Vinci Supersport.

Any and all advise is very welcome- thanks in advance.

Cheers- Garry
 
Buy the gun best suited to shoot your main clay games. The single key thing that reduces felt recoil is gun fit. So, you and the wife should try shooting everything you can lay your hands on. Probably the best value out there is a good lightly used 1100. They will shoot about 250,000 shells before they wear out. Many used stocks are available and you need to keep a supply of spare parts. Once you decide you really like a certain clay game you can buy a different gun and sell the 1100 for what you paid for it.
 
the softest felt recoil available
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If that's the only issue and a butt pad won't do it then I would suggest reloading. By doing this you can produce 3/4 loads which are very very low recoil.

Opposite side of the wedge, food for thought.
 
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