12g Shotgun

[Hywel 53]

Any constructive feedback Re. this is appreciated..... I'm going through the process of applying for a Shotgun Cert. and when the time comes, I'm debating on what to get The gun will be mainly used for rough shooting and firstly, I was pondering whether to go for a S/S or an O/U?? Secondly, I'm looking to spend a maximum of £400 on a second hand gun. What should I get and equally important, what should be avoided? Thanks in advance....

[vincy 3]

i would say go to your nearest gun shop and try a few to see what type suits you best

[Guest bunnykilla1]

under and over more acurate but heavy

side by side looks better its lighter and proberly cheaper

 

you deside what you want

[Ratman2 2]

Up to just a day ago I would have said side by side for rough shooting, but having tried a semi-auto for the first on Sunday for a round of sporting clays, I would now say get a semi. They are so light and easy to shoot and you could get a very good one within your budget.

[Hywel 53]

Thanks for the info so far guys

[macberran 2]

Ratman I agree but I have to say that the cleaning is something of a required art. I had one a 391 which was excellent and i cleaned methodically and I add beyond the book !! I was forever comparing notes with other auto users about misfiring and non recycling. Some had problems others didn't. Saying that a great gooose gun and pest control tool. And like you say light and easy too mount and in the right hands very accurate.

[roystoncrankted 1]

cut barrels down to twelve inch and hey presto yal hit owt just like delboys

[Hywel 53]

I've had a brief look around and do any of you use the following:-

Zamacola, S/S, E/J

Miroku, S/S

Winchester (Model 91) O/U

 

On the second hand market they appear reasonably priced......

[trapper25 0]

i have o/u and s/s but since buying a berreta 391 synthetic s/a 3 years ago i rarely take them out of the cabinet

its light, 3 shot, magnum and everone who has tried it has liked it

maybe it want suit you but try one before you decide

[The Sporting Agent 0]

Hi mate, if its mainly for rough and game shooting my pref would be for a quality SS from a Spanish manufacturer given your price range. Look out for AYA's the Yeoman or No4 models; basic but decent well built very good quality guns. Been made for years to the same pattern and new today, the Yoman which is the basic model retails at give or take £1,000.00. A ten to 20 year old one in good nick with plenty of life let will set you back about 1/3 of that and will be worth as much once you have finished with it providing you look after it.

 

Take a look at guntrader.co.uk to get an idea of specs and prices.