webleyAndScott Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 Hey guys I just wanted to ask how I could lift a 12 bore. I've shot my dads Winchester select many times and think its great The only problem is I can't lift weight off the gun because I'm 10.if you no any tips please reply Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old farrier Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 Hi Your very young for a 12 bore I would recommend being patient and using a lighter gun at the clay ground 4.10 or small semi auto As we can see your very keen lad but be aware shooting a big heavy gun that you can't hold properly is very dangerous I wish you all the best and hope you carry on shooting a small gun under expert supervision And it's past a 10 year olds bed time !! All the best Of Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catweazle Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 If you get a lightweight 12g you might find the recoil a bit much for you. Stick with the .410, you'll learn good technique and won't start bad habits. In the long run you will become a better shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gee. Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 A select is a very light 12g anyway....I used to have one. Like the guys have suggested, a small gauge is the way to go at the moment, learn to use one of these and the transition to a 12g will be much more enjoyable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r1steele Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 A nice 28g or even a 20g would be better. I used a .410 for many years until I was about 12 years old before going onto a 12g (using Eley Impax) but a 28g would have been better when I was younger. There are some cheap 20g semi-auto's which are quite light and very low on recoil which could suit you. See if anyone local to you has something you could try out and then you know what to look out for. Good luck and safe shooting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenboy Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 Eat lots of weetabix Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
den5008 Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 started my boy off with a 20 gauge semi auto when he was 10 and he is only slightly built no probs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazzashadow Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 a little girl of 11 was shooting a hitclays (alans,fairclays) last sunday with a beretta i think 12g and shot it fine and was very good as well. good to see young people shooting and enjoying it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Geordie Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 My lad started with a 410. They are great for a young shot such as your self! If the 410 isn't your thing, Then perhaps a 28 or 20 would be better! If your having a problem with recoil, change your loads for lighter ones! There are plenty of youth model shotguns if you look about! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retromlc Posted May 10, 2014 Report Share Posted May 10, 2014 a dubious thread me thinks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BattleFieldRelics Posted May 10, 2014 Report Share Posted May 10, 2014 Get a 20g Semi Like a hatson escort Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted May 10, 2014 Report Share Posted May 10, 2014 a dubious thread me thinks Well all his other post suggests he is in fact still a 10 year old, so go easy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted May 10, 2014 Report Share Posted May 10, 2014 Webley, Stick to the bolt action .410 and smaller lighter guns with light loads until you are big enough to handle larger heavier guns. There is no hurry to grow up and time goes into fast forward as you get older, making the wait to progress further seem a lot shorter. Concentrate on the route you are traveling as in not very long you will be wondering if there ever was a final destination and picking up the little guns again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wj939 Posted May 10, 2014 Report Share Posted May 10, 2014 (edited) Ask dad to look into getting you a 28bore. I guarantee he'll want one too! Don't rush for a 12 bore, I shot exclusively with 20guages into my early 20's and even now wouldn't feel a great disadvantage. You'll hit more with the smaller gun as your muscles will have better control over its weight. Good luck and happy shooting Edited May 10, 2014 by wj939 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted May 10, 2014 Report Share Posted May 10, 2014 Eat lots of weetabix THREE Shredded Wheat for EVERY breakfast! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbo33 Posted May 10, 2014 Report Share Posted May 10, 2014 Funny how focused/conditioned we are to hurry on to the holy grail of shotguns.......the 12g. Then further into adulthood realise the error of our ways and head back towards a smaller gauge I get more enjoyment out of the 20g and the 410 than I do from the 12g. So Webleyandscott, as the rest have said, don't be in a hurry, its more rewarding and fun where you are at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted May 10, 2014 Report Share Posted May 10, 2014 Slow down and enjoy it I rushed from a 410 single to a big 12 bore beretta at 13 (I 6" and weighed 13 stone) now look at me in my late 20s I enjoyed shooting a 20 bore until my wife borrowed it forever. I then found the 28 bore light fast handling smooth shooting I love it who needs a 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webleyAndScott Posted May 10, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 10, 2014 Thanks for advice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aris Posted May 10, 2014 Report Share Posted May 10, 2014 When my younger son turns 10 (later this year) he will shoot a .410 for his first time - but I would not hesitate to use a 28gague if he wanted to continue after that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zetter Posted May 10, 2014 Report Share Posted May 10, 2014 Just got my daughter a 28 bore she is 12 and she is finding it a lot easier to handle than the 20bore she was having a go with Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strangford wildfowler Posted May 10, 2014 Report Share Posted May 10, 2014 Wait 2 more years and then go onto 12 bore stick witha 20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonicdmb Posted May 10, 2014 Report Share Posted May 10, 2014 I have a single barrel Baikal 12g that has been shortened which both my younger kids have used with light loads. But my Daughter still finds it hard work so I'm getting one in 20g from a friend for her. The thing is its not your age that matters but your build, I was using a pump action 12g at your age but I was big for my age. You will see gun fit mentioned when you read about shotguns and this is the most important thing not make, gauge or looks. If it doesn't fit you'll never shoot your best with it. The Baikal has a short stock and shortened barrels as this helps balance, it also has a comb raiser as you need to get your eye higher so the gun shoots where your looking. Lady's and children have smaller faces (most guns are made to fit "MR average") youth guns take it into account. Remember its supposed to be enjoyable and fighting with a gun thats to big will spoil that for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demonwolf444 Posted May 11, 2014 Report Share Posted May 11, 2014 Persuade your dad to go on a trip to the gun shop, consider a cheap single barrel 12g ( bear with me here). I say this because: They are cheap, so if you cut the stock down so it fits you better its not really going to reduce value. One barrel is lighter than two. All the same basic safety operations of a double barrel gun. Ammo availability for a 12g is pretty good - by which i mean there are a lot of different types of shell available. For a low recoil game load i like Hull Cartridge's Imperial Game 26 gram 6's, if its clays you do then there are a lot of low recoil clay loads. Just my opinion take it or leave it! More importantly enjoy the sport Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delburt0 Posted May 11, 2014 Report Share Posted May 11, 2014 (edited) a dubious thread me thinksno one has mentioned shooting sticks for support though ;-) Edited May 11, 2014 by delburt0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webleyAndScott Posted May 12, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2014 My dad says we are going to try a 20 bore to not just rush to a 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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