shootinfishin Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 Hi guys! Managed to finally bug the mrs into trying a few shots and she enjoyed it so time is of the essence lol She finds my shotguns too heavy/difficult to shoulder. Even my pump action was a bit much for her + they are all 12g and there's not a pick of meat on her! So until I fatten her up or get her to the gym (fat chance) excuse the pun. Can anyone recommend a really light gun for teaching a lady? Was thinking 20g or 410 but its more about the weight as the kick she'll get used to. My model 23 nearly dropped her on her **** lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ91 Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 I wouldnt go 410 unless she is alredy a gud dhot, harder to hit targets and a quick of way of someone going off the sport is missing over many. Plenty of nice light weight 20bores about, take her to local gunshop and let her handle a few, she will be able to tell you better than anyone which feels best for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marktattoo Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 Depending what you are shooting at ?, personally I would be looking at a light 20b o/u. Try a few for fit and weight at any gun shop and depending which dealer you use some have try before you buy facilities Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest cookoff013 Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 have a go with a 26" 20bore. with subsonic 24 or 21gram loads. if she cant handle that, get her a picture of a 20bore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 What carts? The weight helps soak up recoil, if she is "petite" a fitted gun essential most are too long in the stick and low in comb. Hatsan do a youth range in 20b franchi do some light guns in 12 & 20. O/U would be ideal also fixed choke guns tend to be lighter mk60 20 bore worth a look Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sir jasper Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 (edited) I had a similar situation with my wife; after struggling with the weight of my 12g, she tried various 20g's for fit and ended up selecting a 20g Browning Medalist (which feels very light to me). She loves the Browning & shoots much better with it - it's a very nice second hand gun for £600 (seen them go for £500). Edited March 21, 2013 by sir jasper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 My wife started with a Browning Medalist in 20 bore because my 12 bore ou was to heavy my sbs felt better, the browning was the same weight and she loved it. She upgraded herself to a beretta 20 bore now. I've also found the Lincoln 20s good for women. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bala Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 20 bore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRAD1927 Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 20 bore silver pigeon game nice and light Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 Consider recoil very carefully, Also use. If its clays a 12 bore lightweight gas operated auto will do both - if the one for game then maybe a 20 bore break action but don't go too light with the gun or two heavy with the load. Light loads are always harder to shoot well and require more choke so consider carefully. My mrs is very lightly built but can handle a normal mid range double 12 on the stand, FIT IS OF PARAMOUNT IMPORTANCE WITH ANY FEMALE SHOOTER- frankly its different than us in quite a big way so don't expect guns to fit off the shelf quite so well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackbart Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 Tell her they don't make guns any lighter and to get the tea on for when you get back from shooting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickmep Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 a light weight 20 bore and 21 gramme cartridges is probably the way to go, worked for my daughter. just make sure its a dedicated 20 bore action and not just a 12 with 20 barrels as some are. probably want to keep the barrel length down to 28" as well i bought a rizzini for my daughter which is just over 6lb. i've had a round with it and was nice with 21gramme cartridges, but not nice with 28 grammes ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRAD1927 Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 Tell her they don't make guns any lighter and to get the tea on for when you get back from shooting. LOL brave man!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wymberley Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 As an option, have a look at the Breda Echo 20. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coyotemaster Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 (edited) I also think a 20 is the way to go for women or young shooters. I started my son out at about age 10 with a shortened 20 ga. Remington 1100-7/8 oz. loads and plugged up to a single shot for the first year or so. Recoil and fit are serious considerations, I don't thin that anyone really gets used to recoil---we just learn to cope with it and it can really put a new shooter off. Find something that fits her and doesn't kick and enjoy her company. Edited March 21, 2013 by coyotemaster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackinbox99 Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 As others have said a lot go for the 20g option. Id probably be looking at a 12g semi auto with 21g or 24g cartridges. Hardly any recoil and they arnt heavy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 I also think a 20 is the way to go for women or young shooters. I started my son out at about age 10 with a shortened 20 ga. Remington 1100-7/8 oz. loads and plugged up to a single shot for the first year or so. Recoil and fit are serious considerations, I don't thin that anyone really gets used to recoil---we just learn to cope with it and it can really put a new shooter off. Find something that fits her and doesn't kick and enjoy her company. What a good safe idea to plug the mag to single shot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demonwolf444 Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 20 gauge is oft reccomended, do consider that the lighter weight will result in a shorter snappier recoil, and if your going shooting all day firing 100 carts through a 20 or a 12 will be fairly indistinguishable. The heavier 12 is going to help soak up the recoil a bit, the difference betweej 12 and 20 in my experience is minimal, maybe if i was weedier i'd notice the difference more. I would say stick to a 12 that fits, and if neccisary fit a recoil reducing device, if your not fussy about mechanisms a semi auto could be a convenient excuse to put another gun on your cert if you have always wanted one, its usually the case that the recoil is used to cycle another round, and therefore there is less felt recoil. My advice would be, stick to a 12g - and if you always wanted a semi auto, you now have a convenient excuse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albert 888 Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 Yildiz sxs 20b,they weigh around 5.6lb and use light loads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 Yildiz sxs 20b,they weigh around 5.6lb and use light loads. They might but you don't LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OvEr_KiLL Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 Yildiz sxs 20b,they weigh around 5.6lb and use light loads. They might but you don't LOL :lol: :lol: :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albert 888 Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 They might but you don't LOL Its part of the price you pay to reach your goal in life. Could also use open chokes to reduce recoil if you with also.;-). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albert 888 Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 Just got that kent:@. Thought you was on about the load in the gun,not my weight. I feel all disheartened now. You do know I have a complex and feelings,and struggle through life being ugly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 (edited) have a go with a 26" 20bore. with subsonic 24 or 21gram loads. if she cant handle that, get her a picture of a 20bore. What a lovely idea! Edited March 21, 2013 by TIGHTCHOKE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 Just got that kent:@. Thought you was on about the load in the gun,not my weight. I feel all disheartened now. You do know I have a complex and feelings,and struggle through life being ugly. Heck, you were right first time actually. Have you ever thought about talking to someone "professional" about those feelings ? LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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