Dead-Eyed Duck Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 Stop being silly. A 28grm load through a light gun has to kick more than a 28grm load through a heavier gun. It's the law of physics that every action has an equal opposite reaction. React if you wish, but this is the last I'm going to say on this matter. G I wish some people would read the post before getting all high and mighty and presenting the obvious as their own thoughts. The post referred to a small walked up day - he wasn't intending to shoot hundreds of shots. Everyone knows that in a lighter gun recoil will be more than a heavier gun for the same weight of shot - obvious isn't it! In my beating days on large shoots I saw many ladies firing 28g/30g loads through 20 bores, and they didn't complain after a 'hard day'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElvisThePelvis Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 I wish some people would read the post before getting all high and mighty and presenting the obvious as their own thoughts. The post referred to a small walked up day - he wasn't intending to shoot hundreds of shots. Everyone knows that in a lighter gun recoil will be more than a heavier gun for the same weight of shot - obvious isn't it! In my beating days on large shoots I saw many ladies firing 28g/30g loads through 20 bores, and they didn't complain after a 'hard day'. I think the thing is that recoil is felt differently by different people, and dependant on cartridges, I like 'fast' cartridges especially dark storm and 28g 12 bore through a light sxs is enough for me, 30g hellfire is just about OK, 30g imperial game is ok, 26g imperial game feels almost devoid of recoil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougall Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 on small walked up days recoil should not really be an issue,carrying a nice light gun ideal..........if ur an o/u type then SP boringly good if s/s amn get an old english 20/16g..its an investment and looks the part! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham M Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 I wish some people would read the post before getting all high and mighty and presenting the obvious as their own thoughts. The post referred to a small walked up day - he wasn't intending to shoot hundreds of shots. Everyone knows that in a lighter gun recoil will be more than a heavier gun for the same weight of shot - obvious isn't it! In my beating days on large shoots I saw many ladies firing 28g/30g loads through 20 bores, and they didn't complain after a 'hard day'. All I said was that a light gun will kick harder than a heavier one. Jeeze what the hell is the matter with you. G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisAsh Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 How about something different at 28 gauge either SxS or O/u there and plenty around now at low cost and with 21 gram carts would make a nice gun to try your luck with, Lightweight, Fast and not really that much less shot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fortune Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 I wish some people would read the post before getting all high and mighty and presenting the obvious as their own thoughts. The post referred to a small walked up day - he wasn't intending to shoot hundreds of shots. Everyone knows that in a lighter gun recoil will be more than a heavier gun for the same weight of shot - obvious isn't it! In my beating days on large shoots I saw many ladies firing 28g/30g loads through 20 bores, and they didn't complain after a 'hard day'. This is about right. >>> It wasn't until recently that many people shot 1 oz + 28 grm loads. Most loads were 1-1/16 oz or 1-1/8oz. and for a bigger bang it was 1-1/4 oz. guns dont kick like mules, it's recoil if the gun fits you and you hold it right there is no problem unless your a seven stone weakling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ditchman Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 I agree with the 16g suggestion - you should be able to find a nice SxS for not a lot of money - why not go for a Hammer Gun to add a little spice? Your current SxS would be cheaper, I would guess, to repair than the cost of buying a new gun so less of the old Flannel - you just want a new gun . If you could find a Damascus barrelled English Hammer Gun in 16G I think you would be delighted at the weight and the handling. AYA make a nice 16 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham M Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 I wish some people would read the post before getting all high and mighty and presenting the obvious as their own thoughts. The post referred to a small walked up day - he wasn't intending to shoot hundreds of shots. Everyone knows that in a lighter gun recoil will be more than a heavier gun for the same weight of shot - obvious isn't it! In my beating days on large shoots I saw many ladies firing 28g/30g loads through 20 bores, and they didn't complain after a 'hard day'. Handbags at dawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dead-Eyed Duck Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 All I said was that a light gun will kick harder than a heavier one. Jeeze what the hell is the matter with you. G Quite simple really - think before you hit the send key when you are calling people silly. As I said - your post displayed a nil relationship with the original post question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fortune Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 All the original poster has to consider is finding a gun that he likes and that fits him well, that he can afford and that he can put the lead on the target with. For walked up any cal will do If he can put the lead on the target. Carts for 16 and 28 are pricey but he won't be using hundreds. I have 28,20 and 12 in all types and I wouldn't pick any one over another. As far as I am concerned a gun is just a tube that the shot goes up to be guided to take a target of with. The wood and engraving are secondary to being able to shoot with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham M Posted May 27, 2016 Report Share Posted May 27, 2016 Salop Sniper........whatever you decide I hope you enjoy it. Even if it is a 20g that kicks like a mu.................................Sorry a nice soft shooting 20 bore G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dead-Eyed Duck Posted May 28, 2016 Report Share Posted May 28, 2016 Salop Sniper........whatever you decide I hope you enjoy it. Even if it is a 20g that kicks like a mu.................................Sorry a nice soft shooting 20 bore G Well, you've done very well for someone who pompously declared 4 posts ago that this would be my last post on this matter. Try a decent, well-fitting 20 bore - you may well change your mind on that as well. Live long and prosper. Enjoyed the skirmish. If you lived close to me then I would even consider buying you a pint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redial Posted May 28, 2016 Report Share Posted May 28, 2016 Well you have had a look at my 16, and liked it. If I keep the gun case it's available for £290. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest cookoff013 Posted May 31, 2016 Report Share Posted May 31, 2016 gauges are virtually immaterial now, if you are after a light gun, buy a light gun. i`ve reloaded light shells before now, 32g #4 1000fps, absolutely no recoil in a sxs game gun, hits like a freight train, handles like a cup of tea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldypigeonpopper Posted May 31, 2016 Report Share Posted May 31, 2016 Folks am trying to weigh up moving forwards with my gun of choice for my bit of rough / game shooting. My current 12g SxS has gone belly up with ejectors doing there own thing and fore-end degrading. I need a replacement and am torn between the above choice. Alot of walking and not much shooting as we are a small DIY shoot, my Browning sporter is just way to heavy to lug around, I have tried it once and am not in a rush to do it again. So what are your thoughts ? ATB Matt hello matt, let us know what you decide to buy, i was hankering to buy a 12g XXV like i had in the 60s great light game gun , well maybe one day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salop Matt Posted June 1, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 I have my eye on something Mr Bosher has but funds dont yet allow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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