My Ideal Shotgun........possible???

Well, been awhile but after deciding what I wanted I finally found it! Went with the Akkar churchill, it's nice, light, 5 screw in chokes, single trigger and extractors. The pic below is the result of the very first shot I fired through it.
After the second day buddy was teasing me, suggesting the right barrel would be worn out before the left one was broken in. :) Just throw it to your shoulder and seems to follow/lead the birds all by itself.

Thanks again for the replies guys, all were appreciated.

 
I recently picked up a Remington Model 1100 Competition Synthetic

Now I know what you're thinking...
It's old school, nuthin special... you got 3 of em under the porch from after your grandfather died.

The fact is with a shotgun... any shotgun... fit is everything.

This gun has a fully adjustable comb and a recoil absorbing butt pad with 3 sets of springs, soft med, firm.
The gun comes with all 5 Briley chokes and nickel plated internals.
I got mine for $1250 7 days ago and I went 25 straight on the trap range with it today in a 25mph wind. (my 5th box of shells) That's only the third time in my life that I went 25 straight and I only had the gun for 7 days.

I also have a Beretta A400 excel (at almost twice the price with only 2 chokes) and this 1100 actually has softer recoil in my opinion. AND I still have not gone 25 straight with the A400. (no adjustable comb) (are you catching on yet?)

I'm something of a gun snob and it's almost embarrassing to admit... I've had several really nice shotguns at 3 times the price and this Remmy just might be my favorite. I'd hunt with it any time.

The only real downside to this gun is that you cannot adjust the length of pull. If you're over 5'4" its probably just fine. If you're vertically challenged, the butt stock might be too long for you, but you might be accustomed to that.

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Not the ideal shotgun for upland hunting as the OP was seeking. Your gun will get the job done on the clay range but a lot of excess weight and unnecessary fluff for the field.
 
Turkinator said:
The Baikal O/U shotgun MP-27 has great reviews and is a solid Russian workhorse. I bought one and am thoroughly pleased with it. It's a real bargain at 350$, mine is the basic black receiver two trigger extractor model which is exactly what I wanted. When I'm swapping out loads based on the situation when I'm hunting I would rather not yard sale all of my shells so the extractor is perfect. The lockup is tight and seamless on my Baikal and despite the simple appearance it does not lack quality of construction.

I'd say the Baikal mp-27EM is what you are looking for with single selective trigger and ejectors, it also has a nickle plated receiver. They run about 6-700$.
http://www.baikalcanada.com/shot_guns_27nick.htm
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I think this looks like a nice choice for me..
 
REM3200 said:
Not the ideal shotgun for upland hunting as the OP was seeking. Your gun will get the job done on the clay range but a lot of excess weight and unnecessary fluff for the field.
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Ya maybe for some
It's not bad, but you could put a shorter barrel on it to drop some weight. 22-24 inch barrel would be fine.
The important thing is that it's going to point where you think it points... all other criteria be dammed.
 
If you're willing to sacrifice the interchangeable chokes and compromise on a few other things subject to what's available, you can find a used Browning Citori for around $1000.

This would definitely be the best bang for your buck.
 
I would also suggest looking for a Baikal from the 80's for anyone else that this thread interested. With some small refinements that can be done at home, you will have a shotgun that is built to point properly, and dependable as he!! for cheap.

I am very very picky when it comes to wingshooting, I was spoiled at 18 when my late father bought me a Suhl SxS 16 built in 1939, prince of whales grip, splinter fore end, dual trigger, extractors, beautiful wood with well designed cheek piece. All for $60 Canadian from international firearms. I have never held another firearm of any kind ever that feels so good, and just hits anything anywhere anytime. It's just amazing. Baikal came close back then for amazingly cheap.
 
Suka said:
Well, been awhile but after deciding what I wanted I finally found it! Went with the Akkar churchill, it's nice, light, 5 screw in chokes, single trigger and extractors. The pic below is the result of the very first shot I fired through it.
After the second day buddy was teasing me, suggesting the right barrel would be worn out before the left one was broken in. :) Just throw it to your shoulder and seems to follow/lead the birds all by itself.

Thanks again for the replies guys, all were appreciated.

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Tremendous! Glad you found one you like!:rockOn:
Cat
 
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