tony armstrong Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 looking to buy a berretta o u 12 g please suggest most suitable model barrell lenght chokes etc i do a lot of pigeon shooting im in a pheasant syndicate some walked up days some driven and also i do quite a bit of duck shooting.i have looked at two so far the silver pigeon 3 and the ultralight deluxe .your thoughts would be much appreciated cheers tony. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raja Clavata Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 I have spoken to a few people that got tired of the kick on the ultralights and ended up going for a conventional game gun. I had similar inlking towards an ultralight but this dissuaded me. I'd plump for the SP3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glensman Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 I've only heard good things about the 686... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyb79 Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 Anything in the Silver Pigeon range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viking Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 as mentioned the 686E or any of the sp range will be a good buy, go to a shop and see what fits you best and suits your buget, and take comfort in knowing there isnt a bad beretta, lee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magman Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 Any 686 ,687 or silver pigeon would do you in 28" But stay away from the ultralight as it will kick like a mule Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henry d Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 686 for me, 15yrs and still going well for all types of shooting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweedledee Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 after trying many guns i`m sticking with beretta.i love my 686e with adjustable comb.will be a keeper.would love a dt10 though,can`t see it happening Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groach1234 Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 My brother has an ultralight delux and suits him down to the ground as he is about 6ft4 and 10 stone (no joke) however it does kick a hell off a lot but is nice and pointable compared to my silver pigeon but they told him you dont want more than 30g 6's if you dont want to reck your shoulder so may not be much cop for the duck. Either are good guns. George Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robmiller Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 Ultralight feels nice but packs a punch! i tried it and it shook me to hell. Got a silver pigeon instead and love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starlight32 Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 looking to buy a berretta o u 12 g please suggest most suitable model barrell lenght chokes etc i do a lot of pigeon shooting im in a pheasant syndicate some walked up days some driven and also i do quite a bit of duck shooting.i have looked at two so far the silver pigeon 3 and the ultralight deluxe .your thoughts would be much appreciated cheers tony. Just worth a mention, if you are buying any of the higher end Beretta's models, check to see if they have a 3" chamber proofed for High performance steel. A standard silver pigeon is, but I know for sure that the ultralight only has a 2 3/4" chamber. I have found if you are doing mixed days it is a little annoying if you dont have a gun that you can't put everything through. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zipdog Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 personally i would buy a browning every time, 525 - great gun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardwoods Green Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 Just worth a mention, if you are buying any of the higher end Beretta's models, check to see if they have a 3" chamber proofed for High performance steel. A standard silver pigeon is, but I know for sure that the ultralight only has a 2 3/4" chamber. I have found if you are doing mixed days it is a little annoying if you dont have a gun that you can't put everything through. The whole idea of the Ultralight is that is designed for walked up days where there is a lot more walking than shooting and are taiolr made for loads upto 28gram. If you have a gun that weighs 6lb and has an alloy action with a titanium insert and you start sticking 3" through it, neither your shoulder or the gun will last very long. All other current Berettas are 3" and are steel shot proofed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PERCE Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 I've owned an Ultralight for a while now, my style of shooting tends to revolve a round a two or three hour walk. I've been using 32g #6 all year & I've shot in the region of 50 or 60 during a walk, the gun doesn't kick excessively & I've never noticed any kind of a mark on my shoulder. It's spot on for what I do. I previously owned a 525 which I found both heavy & numb for a lot of walking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henry c Posted October 27, 2009 Report Share Posted October 27, 2009 I have the Silver Pigeon 3 687 in 30" barrels, 3 inch chambers, steel proofed etc. - the sporting version. Use it for everything and find it a brilliant gun, the walnut stock looks amazing too and the recoil seems lower than my dads older beretta 686 which is good too. Could only say good things about it really, would highly reccomend! Some would probably argue its a bit heavy for rough shooting, but I've never found it a problem and find the extra weight improves my swing anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fergy Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 Another vote for a Silver Pigeon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alfa taf Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 looking to buy a berretta o u 12 g please suggest most suitable model barrell lenght chokes etc i do a lot of pigeon shooting im in a pheasant syndicate some walked up days some driven and also i do quite a bit of duck shooting.i have looked at two so far the silver pigeon 3 and the ultralight deluxe .your thoughts would be much appreciated cheers tony. I would go for the S.P 3 as you ,ll find the ultralight not best when duck shooting especially since you do quite a lot. I have found the S.P 3 ideal for mixed shooting and not too heavy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinistercr0c Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 (edited) Silver Pigeon III...28" game, (i.e fixed choke) but I'm biased because I have one. Honestly though, the gun will do everthing you need. I have used mine on clays, pigeon, rough shooting, driven pheasant, the works, and I have never found it wanting. My aim on the other hand.... Edited November 8, 2009 by Sinistercr0c Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRDS Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 I have a Perennia 30 inch Game, best shottie I have owned and I have had a fair number of Beretta / Miroku / Winchester. It is a fantastic gun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malkiserow Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 (edited) Have you thought about a Silver pigeon in 20 bore for most of your shooting and then get an older Beretta Semi Auto to run your big cartridges through for wildfowling? Just an idea Edited November 8, 2009 by malkiserow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sprocket Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 Malkiserow -Not a bad Idea, I have a Miruko MK70 20bore and a Beretta AL391 and am able to cover all my needs. You'll be amazed at what you can hit with a 20 bore -definately a favourite in my mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COACH Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 12gauge Silver Pigeon 3. It will shoot anything you care to mention. From any clay discipline to rabbits/pigeons/geese, as it has 3 inch chambers. The weight of the sporter will keep the recoil down with the bigger loads for duck/geese. B) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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