The Ghost Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 As an owner of an Over & Under, it excludes me from Pump Club?...... and I would love to join. I have £300 to spend on a second gun (Pump Action) and would like the following; I want a true Classic pump action shotgun....so that rules out all the new ones. Barrels to be shorter than 28" (for Pigeon) Spare parts easy to get. A short pump would be great but not a must have. Has to put a smile on your face when used I have owned a Winchester Pump many years ago that was great fun....What should I get next? Your input will be valued....I know I should buy an Auto so please don't try and sway me towards the dark side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChAoS Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 (edited) If you can find one, an Ithaca M37 (but spares are difficult to source in the UK). The easiest option is an old Remington 870 Wingmaster. Regards, Mark. Edited February 13, 2013 by ChAoS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thepasty Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 I'm currently saving for a good Wingmaster or I might get a rough one and refurb it... they seem to be the king of pumps. http://www.gunstar.co.uk/Shotgun/Remington-Wingmaster-gun-for-sale-gs108399.aspx Looks good apart from the poor extended stock job... added character? Smith and Wesson 3000? http://www.gunstar.co.uk/Shotgun/Smith-and-Wesson-3000-gun-for-sale-gs119457.aspx An old Mossberg 500? http://www.gunstar.co.uk/Shotgun/Mossberg-Pump-gun-for-sale-gs116523.aspx http://www.gunstar.co.uk/Shotgun/Mossberg-500AG-gun-for-sale-gs115584.aspx You wont regret joining Pump Club Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Poon Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 Just had a look at that 870 on gunstar , the price is abit steep , I picked up one of my 870's for £150 at my local shop, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 If you can find one, an Ithaca M37 (but spares are difficult to source in the UK). The easiest option is an old Remington 870 Wingmaster. Regards, Mark. The Ithaca Model 37 Featherlight is the BEST slidegun ever made, get out there and hunt one down! Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throdgrain Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 An 870, or a Mossberg 500, or an Ithaca if you can find one (good luck with that), all classic pump guns. The Benelli Nova is quite new and not classic-looking, and is out of your budget so we'll remove that one. The problem with the Mossberg, a lot of them have 28" barrels, however if you're looking around you should be able to find one with shorter. The 870 is the best of them in my opinion, and you can find them in all sizes, though 28" is still very common. Mine is a 26", which feels just right. On the Nova it is a 24", but overall the guns are both similar in length. I would look for a second-hand 870 or 500, if you can find a 870 Wingmaster go for it, great guns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 I know where there are TWO Ithacas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ91 Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 Another Winchester My Winchester 1300 would suit, solid reliable gun in very good cond, within your budget aswel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy198712 Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 all mentioned are good pumps, its just what you like the look of really having said that, i hit alot more with my wingmaster then i did with my manufrance pump, guess its fit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChAoS Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 I know where there are TWO Ithacas! Alright, *alright*. I'll bite. So, where *are* these (alleged) Ithacas? (I should should warn you - if the answer turns out to be, "in my gun cabinet, ha, ha, ha", I shall be very irritated, *indeed*.) Regards, Mark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ghost Posted February 13, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 The Ithaca Model 37 Featherlight looks to be what I need, it just looks the part.....very hard to find here is a five shot http://www.gunstar.co.uk/Shotgun/Ithaca-Model-37-gun-for-sale-gs113171.aspx 1960's How'ever The Remington 870 Wingmaster is a nice looking gun & may be easier to find a good one. http://www.gunstar.co.uk/Shotgun/Winchester-1300-gun-for-sale-gs8301.aspx Very cheap at £115 for a Winchester Pump (sold). Any more I should consider? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thepasty Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 (edited) stop showing me these Itchaca's... I am weak willed! Edited February 13, 2013 by thepasty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ghost Posted February 13, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 Thepasty, you have alot to answer for....I told my wife it was all your fault that I can't buy her a card tomorrow. Nice to see you have another member to join the club, let us know what you think...shooting, build quality etc. when you have had a go with 870. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WelshAndy Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 http://forums.pigeonwatch.co.uk/forums/index.php?/topic/237834-winchester-1300-12-gauge/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karpman Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 all mentioned are good pumps, its just what you like the look of really having said that, i hit alot more with my wingmaster then i did with my manufrance pump, guess its fit? Hey Andy how do bud. The manufrance still knocking em down though lol. Use it on crows most weekends now and still works a treat. Tried selling it a time or two to fund a semi, never happened and me and the pump get on famous now lol. Anyways on topic now what about an sxp? Karpman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thepasty Posted February 14, 2013 Report Share Posted February 14, 2013 Thepasty, you have alot to answer for....I told my wife it was all your fault that I can't buy her a card tomorrow. Nice to see you have another member to join the club, let us know what you think...shooting, build quality etc. when you have had a go with 870. I'm sure she was understanding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy198712 Posted February 14, 2013 Report Share Posted February 14, 2013 Hey Andy how do bud. The manufrance still knocking em down though lol. Use it on crows most weekends now and still works a treat. Tried selling it a time or two to fund a semi, never happened and me and the pump get on famous now lol. Anyways on topic now what about an sxp? Karpman Good to hear, was my first shotgun, i havnt worked out why i hit more yet, ribbed barrel or LOP? the manufrance has a fair few similarities to the 870, just the dismentions are slightly different, and its lighter which was nice, think it has a alu receiver, where as the 870 is steel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ghost Posted February 14, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2013 I have just put a wanted post on here and will let you know if anything turns up. Thanks for all your advice. http://forums.pigeonwatch.co.uk/forums/index.php?/topic/238008-pump-action-12g-shotgun-wanted/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thepasty Posted February 14, 2013 Report Share Posted February 14, 2013 Keep your eyes on Gun Trader, Gun Mart and Gun Star... something might pop up... Are there any other gun trading sites? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozzy518 Posted February 14, 2013 Report Share Posted February 14, 2013 Aww wish I hadn't read this thread.... I wanna pump as well now. Already have an o/u and semi so don't really need a pump...... But I want one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ghost Posted February 14, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2013 (edited) Ozzy518 Everyone Needs a Pump in their lives, I don't want one "I Need One". The feeling is like.....your wife buying a pair of shoes or a handbag....They Need to Have", same for me...... well thats how I explained it to her. When you have one in your cabinet and you are making the choice of gun to take for that days shooting......they take some leaving behind. Edited February 14, 2013 by The Ghost Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throdgrain Posted February 14, 2013 Report Share Posted February 14, 2013 I don't just need one, I dont need any other sort of gun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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