Semi-Auto shotguns.

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I posted this in the other shotgun forum, and got some good advice; I'd like cross-post this for the tactical side of things:



Hello all! Trying to gather some advice and information before making a purchase. I am looking for a good, reliable semi-auto shotgun; and am looking for some sage advice. I am looking at semi-auto, because of a physical disability that makes it awkward (but do-able) to rack a pump action shotgun. I'm missing my right hand, so when firing a shotgun, I use my right wrist/arm to aim the shotgun, left to fire. When it comes time to rack it - I have to change hands to the opposite, and rack with the left. Like I said, awkward but slow. So - to get around this issue, I figure semi-auto may be the way to go.


So....feel free to enlighten me!
 
There is a nice Russian semi-auto 12-gauge within your price range: Baikal MP-153. It's not a popular brand here, so the price is modest ($600). I've done some research on it and found nothing but great feedback, so I got one. Feels very well-built, shoots great, and looks badass. No regrets.
 
Mossberg 930 comes highly recommended and should be within (actually I think a bit below) your price range. I do have limited experience with these and found that breaking in with heavy loads was required for it to cycle the light stuff but afterwards, no issues. Can't speak to any long term though due to my limited experience.
 
Pav said:
There is a nice Russian semi-auto 12-gauge within your price range: Baikal MP-153. It's not a popular brand here, so the price is modest ($600). I've done some research on it and found nothing but great feedback, so I got one. Feels very well-built, shoots great, and looks badass. No regrets.
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Nice - I like the look of it without the wood, but with black furniture. I'll have to see if I can find one locally to get a feel for.
 
Sambaru said:
Mossberg 930 comes highly recommended and should be within (actually I think a bit below) your price range. I do have limited experience with these and found that breaking in with heavy loads was required for it to cycle the light stuff but afterwards, no issues. Can't speak to any long term though due to my limited experience.
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Mossberg seems to be pretty solid as far as I've seen/used. My friends 500 is nice to handle.
 
illae said:
Nice - I like the look of it without the wood, but with black furniture. I'll have to see if I can find one locally to get a feel for.
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Same here.. got the black one. They are quite tough to find, but you may be able to find a local retailer on the Baikal Canada website. I had mine shipped from Ontario (Randy at Gagnon Sports was great to deal with). Paid $500 for it on sale :D
 
Pav said:
Same here.. got the black one. They are quite tough to find, but you may be able to find a local retailer on the Baikal Canada website. I had mine shipped from Ontario (Randy at Gagnon Sports was great to deal with). Paid $500 for it on sale :D
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Awesome - Gagnon has them in stock. I'd really like to hold one first to make sure they feel ok in my hands. I'll have to see what Vancouver has to offer and if they pop up at all.
 
Look for a used auto-5, great gun, the speed load would be good for you too, I found mine for $450, good luck
 
Have you considered something like this? As long as it’s unloaded while at home or in town, you should be okay. And you don’t have to worry about somebody taking it from you…

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you should be able to get a good used winchester super-x for $700 to $800. the super-x 2 and 3 have invecta screw in chokes. they are an excellent semi-automatic shotgun.
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Something with an aluminum receiver, pistol grip and short barrel (18.5"~20") is what you want.

I've owned the following, all were great although the M2 didn't cycle light stuff initially:
Mossberg 930, Fabarm SAT-8 or Benelli M2
 
i have a Beretta 1201 mp shotgun and it was bought used for 600 dollars in excellent shape. these guns have the same action as the old mi super 90 benelli but can be had for a lot less money . there is no gas system to worry about as the action is all contained in the bolt .a nice light gun and quality made . take your time and explore all the options and handle any gun you are thinking of buying as your situation might make some features of a particular gun unsuitable .did you ever consider an over under . two fast shots and simple to operate .best of luck in your search and keep us posted as to what you decide .
 
hatsan optima or mp-a, when they come in anywhere they move quick, they were selling sub $400 last year, now the price seems to be $400 plus, i am taking mine out today(chinook) flawless operation with anything i have shot, ergo ruberized grip, light weight , semi action eats recoil, mpa comes with rails and fiber optic hi vis shttp://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?821254-Ghost-Load-Hatsan-Optima-MPAights, threaded muzzel , etc. 5+1+1
 
Just bought a Hatsan MP-A. Took it out to the range last week and and ran 000, 71/2 and 4 through it with no issues. Love the gun. Waiting till my range builds a trap shoot range in the spring. $429.00 through SFRC and they have stock!!!
 
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