Big Al Posted February 19, 2015 Report Share Posted February 19, 2015 (edited) I currently own 2 B525s, a Browning Maxus and a zabala s/s. I have just sold a third Browning O/U (3 was a crowd) am now wondering how to spend the proceeds. I am thinking along the lines of a "classic ish" gun, either s/s or o/u. I had been offered a quality English boxlock but think it was a bit too much at £800. It isn't mint and has 2 1/2 inch chambers. It shoulders nicely though. I have also hankered after an older Beretta 687 for a while too. Could anyone offer any suggestions for this? I like the look of the older Winchesters too. Budget £500 to £800 as I want to buy a bigger cabinet too. Edited February 19, 2015 by Big Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 There are a lot of nice sxs's out there, and a mate who is into his old English guns tells me non-ejectors can be picked up for surprisingly small amounts. As for o/u's, there are many Winchester 101's out there within your budget, but the 6500 onwards may be pushing it a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougall Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 get a s/s,..english boxlock non ejector in 16 gauge out of fashion and cheap!.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted February 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 Thanks for the replies - I am thinking along the s/s lines. I just fancy them for walked up game. An English BLNE may be worth a go. Id stick to 12 bore though - my pocket chaos could have serious consequences! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuji Shooter Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 Thanks for the replies - I am thinking along the s/s lines. I just fancy them for walked up game. An English BLNE may be worth a go. Id stick to 12 bore though - my pocket chaos could have serious consequences! Good call Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjimmer Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 A lot of fine old English guns will have to be retired if lead shot is banned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenboy Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 Thanks for the replies - I am thinking along the s/s lines. I just fancy them for walked up game. An English BLNE may be worth a go. Id stick to 12 bore though - my pocket chaos could have serious consequences! How about a Winchester model 23 , a classic SxS but has a raised rib and shoots more like a O/U Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonno243 Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 How about a Winchester model 23 , a classic SxS but has a raised rib and shoots more like a O/U Wonderful idea! Unsung gem of a gun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bostonmick Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 How about a Winchester model 23 , a classic SxS but has a raised rib and shoots more like a O/U Winchester 23 are a very good gun.However if you look at any check there is no movement on the action when the forend is removed.There is very little adjustment in them even when new.If you have movement you could pay around £200 to get it tightened.But an excellent gun all the same Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorfolkAYA Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 AYA no4 or no2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted February 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 Some brilliant suggestions - I'm going to have fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joecash Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 I'd stick to steel shot proofed shotguns just in case xx otherwise there could be a lot of expense if lead is banned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted February 21, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2015 I'd stick to steel shot proofed shotguns just in case xx otherwise there could be a lot of expense if lead is banned A fair point although it rules out almost everything I am thinking of. I already own 3 hp steel proofed guns (the 2 x B525 and the Maxus). I am hoping to go for a "pure indulgence". Otherwise I run the risk of "wasting" the money on other non-shooting products. I like the Winchester idea now - I'd like to try out a wildfowl model. I also really like the thought of an English BLNE. It will probably come down to which I bump into first. Thanks for the replies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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