mark01856 7 Posted July 10, 2009 Report Share Posted July 10, 2009 hey, i applied for my shotty license 2 weeks ago, and i got my visit from the f.o at 9 oclock last nite, seemed to go quite well, they said they had no problems and would put the report to the sherrif to sign but can take another 3 week. IRRITATING so looks like im getting my license. but, im very new to shotguns, ive done a bit of clays and some goose shooting, but i would really appreciate some advice or tips you guys might have, and any suggestions what sort of shotgun to get, as money is tight. i have used a few side by sides, over unders, and single barrels, i prefer the side by side but people say the over under for goose, and i have my eye on some semi autos. anyway im waffling, ha ha, mark Quote Link to post
mark01856 7 Posted July 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 10, 2009 o and there is a pump action for sale in the local gun shop, but im not sure if they are much use for geese? mark Quote Link to post
Cajunrules 8 Posted July 10, 2009 Report Share Posted July 10, 2009 Get the gun you like mate. If you prefer side by side, get one, or whichever you like best because you are'nt going to shoot well with a gun you don't like, and you're not going to enjoy it as much either. Best of luck. Quote Link to post
mark01856 7 Posted July 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 10, 2009 thanks cajun, yea, i think i probavly will get a side by side, but i would like to know peoples opinions on semi autos and pump action, as i have never used them. cheers mark Quote Link to post
Cajunrules 8 Posted July 10, 2009 Report Share Posted July 10, 2009 i would like to know peoples opinions on semi autos and pump action, as i have never used them. cheers mark I find I shoot very well with my Browning semi, it's heavier than my sbs, ou, and single barrel and I find the extra weight helps with my swing. Also it hardly kicks at all, so they're a good choice if you're going to be doing a lot of shooting with very heavy loads; foxing for example. On the down side the weight is'nt helpful when you're mooching about; and I always find them awkward to carry when I'm walking because they don't break: you can't carry then over your forearm, can't break them and put them on your shoulder, etc. Pump actions I have never used. Also if you like side by sides and semi autos, just get one of each Quote Link to post
mark01856 7 Posted July 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 11, 2009 i would like to know peoples opinions on semi autos and pump action, as i have never used them. cheers mark I find I shoot very well with my Browning semi, it's heavier than my sbs, ou, and single barrel and I find the extra weight helps with my swing. Also it hardly kicks at all, so they're a good choice if you're going to be doing a lot of shooting with very heavy loads; foxing for example. On the down side the weight is'nt helpful when you're mooching about; and I always find them awkward to carry when I'm walking because they don't break: you can't carry then over your forearm, can't break them and put them on your shoulder, etc. Pump actions I have never used. Also if you like side by sides and semi autos, just get one of each thanks again cajun, yea i think i can pick up a side by side fairly cheap, then get a more expensive semi auto when the money allows(if it ever does,ha ha) im so excited about getting my licence Quote Link to post
whippeter69 88 Posted July 11, 2009 Report Share Posted July 11, 2009 I had to wait 5 MONTHS for mine lol, but it was worth it Quote Link to post
foxon 0 Posted July 11, 2009 Report Share Posted July 11, 2009 hey, i applied for my shotty license 2 weeks ago, and i got my visit from the f.o at 9 oclock last nite, seemed to go quite well, they said they had no problems and would put the report to the sherrif to sign but can take another 3 week. IRRITATING so looks like im getting my license. but, im very new to shotguns, ive done a bit of clays and some goose shooting, but i would really appreciate some advice or tips you guys might have, and any suggestions what sort of shotgun to get, as money is tight. i have used a few side by sides, over unders, and single barrels, i prefer the side by side but people say the over under for goose, and i have my eye on some semi autos. anyway im waffling, ha ha, mark Hi welcome to the world of shotguns, I see you like the goose, I would go for a nice over & under (O/U) with multi chokes for the high birds (MC) with ejector to get those spent shells out in a hurry (EJ) with single selective trigger (SST) this will allow you to select the top or bottom barrel allowing you the choke you want & the shot sizes you are useing in either barrel, this will enable to go from goose to rabbit say at the flick of the thumb, saves on reloading & waisting decent large shot, get one that is three inch Magnum in the 12g & you won't feel under gunned on those high ones. Hope you find the right one that fits you well in the shoulder & pulls through on the eye. Atb,Foxon. Quote Link to post
drwolly 8 Posted July 11, 2009 Report Share Posted July 11, 2009 The only thing I can say is make sure the gun fits in the shoulder properly else you wont hit a thing!! and obviously feels comfortable!!! A gun shop near me usually lets you loan a second hand gun for 72 hours so you can try before you buy. Quote Link to post
Murph 30 Posted July 12, 2009 Report Share Posted July 12, 2009 Consider whether you're ever going to have a go at driven shooting as a lot of the more formal shoots don't approve of semis or pumps so that might rule those out for you. Semis are good if you're not going to do any driven and obviously go for a 3 inch if you're doing a bit of goosing, I shoot a pump nearly all the time, they very rarely go wrong (jam etc which can happen with a semi) and can handle quite a bit of abuse in a truck, it doesn't take long before you don't realise you're pumping it and they're not that much slower than a semi. The other reason I got one is that I do a lot of lamping off a quad or in the back of a truck with someone else and a semi spittting empties in your mates face will soon wind them up, with the pump you can control where the empty is ejected and how fast it's flying. I don't really know why there aren't more of them around, they are a good reliable tool. Quote Link to post
SNAP SHOT 194 Posted July 12, 2009 Report Share Posted July 12, 2009 pump actions are for people who watch too many film's, and i really think they have no place in the field, especially if a follow on shot is needed..... Quote Link to post
SportingShooter 0 Posted July 12, 2009 Report Share Posted July 12, 2009 Pumps, Semis, S/S, O/U etc etc etc At the end of the day, you'll walk into a shop, be looking at several guns, putting them to your shoulder and one will fit well and impress you. This is the one you'll buy There are a few things to consider. More than likely you'll want a 3" chamber and a Field/Game/Sporter model for use in the field as they are slightly lighter with a better configuration for live targets. If you plan to be firing heavier loads for Goose and Fox, you will want a bit of weight so as to soak up the recoil and make for more comfortable shooting. If it were me, I'd be looking at a 3" O/U Game gun with 28/30" Barrels proofed to take 3" Steel Shot Quote Link to post
mark01856 7 Posted July 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 12, 2009 thank you for all your replies guys, i think im just going to get whatever is in the shop that i can afford at the time, but ideally i think i will be after having a o/u and a semi auto. im not interested in driven shoots, so it shouldnt pose a problem, much appreciated guys, thank you. mark Quote Link to post
Bluelungbutter 1 Posted July 12, 2009 Report Share Posted July 12, 2009 pump actions are for people who watch too many film's, and i really think they have no place in the field, especially if a follow on shot is needed..... Why's that? DunK Quote Link to post
cyclonebri1 8 Posted July 13, 2009 Report Share Posted July 13, 2009 thank you for all your replies guys, i think im just going to get whatever is in the shop that i can afford at the time, but ideally i think i will be after having a o/u and a semi auto. im not interested in driven shoots, so it shouldnt pose a problem, much appreciated guys, thank you. mark Big mistake if you do fella, just listen to what's been said, It's fit that matters, if you can't find one that feels right go elsewhere or wait a while. Ps, it's hard to explain but so easy when you find one that comes to eye correctly Quote Link to post
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