(new shotgun) remington 1187 vs ?

[fowlmouth]

hey guys im looking at buying a new shotgun. i hunt mostly waterfowl and small game. At the moment i am looking into an 1187. what i am looking for in a shotgun is a semi auto, camo, 3"-3.5", prefer the 3.5". what are some pros and cons of the 1187? What other shotguns should i be looking at? no more than $1200
please let me know what you think

 

[skhunter]

Run from the 11-87 to a Browning Silver Stalker, Browning Maxus or a used Beretta Extrema. Check out Chuck Hawks review.

 

[Ryan j]

The new 11-87's are garbage; the older 11-87 Special Purpose and Premier were/are really good guns...

You should be able to get a good used 11-87 Special Purpose Super Magnum for $600-700.

 

[gunsaholic]

If you are looking at Remington you can buy the Versamax for $1200.00.

 

[fowlmouth]

great thanks, so what is the difference between a normal 1187 to a special purpose 1187?

 

[3macs1]

Run from the 11-87 to a Browning Silver Stalker, Browning Maxus or a used Beretta Extrema. Check out Chuck Hawks review.

agree 100% or a winchester x3

 

[Ryan j]

great thanks, so what is the difference between a normal 1187 to a special purpose 1187?

The fit, finish and function...

 

[zeon]

Have you thought about a Stoeger M3500 ?
http://www.stoegerindustries.com/firearms/stoeger-model-3500.php

 

[Winchested]

Can buy a used Sx3 or browning gold you'd be way better off!

 

[jollyroger]

this is awsome! i need this exact question answered myself, so someone please put up some good reviews on semi auto shotties! I've been thinking of going the stoeger route, but im not 100% sure they're the best semi for under a grand, which is what I want.

...To add to this, I'm torn between the ergonomic joy of a pistol grip (and no its not just for the tacticool look, i genuinly do like the feel of pistol grips) or the class and general niceness of a classy wood stock... opinions?

 

[stubblejumper]

I would buy a Maxus or an SX3.

 

[fowlmouth]

i know what i want now guys thanks for all the suggestions, been very helpful

 

[ryan32]

i know what i want now guys thanks for all the suggestions, been very helpful

which is ? what you getting

 

[fowlmouth]

beretta semi, 3.5" with kick off black synthedic or camo.

 

[3macs1]

beretta semi, 3.5" with kick off black synthedic or camo.

Good choice. Pay the extra for the camo easier to sell down the road if you want to move it

 

[Jeremy J]

Good choice. Pay the extra for the camo easier to sell down the road if you want to move it

x2, can't go wrong with the Extrema

 

[jjohnwm]

There seem to be a few good deals around on Franchi I12 shotguns...I think that Franchi is bringing out a new model and selling out the old. Outstanding guns, very clean-shooting and reliable. Inertial operation, 3-inch shells maximum. My favourite shotguns.

 

[madtrapper143]

Baikal MP 153. I own one and it is great. I also owned an 1187 SP it was a good gun too. BUT it couldn't shoot 3.5 cartridges and it cost more than 500.00 The Baikal does shoot 3.5 shells and is available for around 500.00 if you look. (maybe used) I found the MP 153 handles alot like the 1100 1187 line.

Darryl

 

[trapper89]

Winchester SX3 is a fantastic gun

 

[luke s]

Baikal MP 153. I own one and it is great. I also owned an 1187 SP it was a good gun too. BUT it couldn't shoot 3.5 cartridges and it cost more than 500.00 The Baikal does shoot 3.5 shells and is available for around 500.00 if you look. (maybe used) I found the MP 153 handles alot like the 1100 1187 line.

Darryl

This is what im looking for, I am looking for inexpensive semi that can be made reliable. I can polish and smooth the internals if need be, or used is fine.

I am thinking 3.5" because of the mag capacity loophole (where you can fit 5 3.5" shells, in the tube, or 6 to 7 2 3/4 shells) <<----- I think this holds true?

Doest the 1100 handle 3.5"?
If you pick up an older used remington (before they sucked), is the 1100 or 1187 the way to go?
What is the magazine capacity on the baikal?