matgriff Posted October 5, 2017 Report Share Posted October 5, 2017 Hi, I currently use a Winchester 101 XTR, but I'm going to buy a used semi-auto to add to the collection. I've been doing a bit of general research and Beretta's seem to be a good solid buy ? I'm going to look at a used A301, 28" multi-choke, any hints or tips on what specifically to look at besides the obvious overall general condition ? Thanks Mat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted October 5, 2017 Report Share Posted October 5, 2017 Excellent choice. I've never owned one but two mates have them and I've used both extensively. I can't think of anything to fault them. I preferred the fixed 3/4 choke model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sishyplops Posted October 5, 2017 Report Share Posted October 5, 2017 Ive got 4 beretta autos (two of which are for sale in the private sales section) brilliant things Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me matt Posted October 5, 2017 Report Share Posted October 5, 2017 Ive got a A302, everything else in my cabinet has been redundant since I bought it. Brilliant gun, I can't fault it. Not aware of any inherit problems with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matgriff Posted October 5, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 5, 2017 Hi Sishyplops, yes I like that A303 you have :-) It's just a bit more than I want to pay out at the moment though.... half way through building a new garage extension etc, so just gotta watch the ££ unfortunately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sishyplops Posted October 5, 2017 Report Share Posted October 5, 2017 Hi Sishyplops, yes I like that A303 you have :-) It's just a bit more than I want to pay out at the moment though.... half way through building a new garage extension etc, so just gotta watch the ££ unfortunately. The 302 i have is cheaper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GingerCat Posted October 5, 2017 Report Share Posted October 5, 2017 (edited) I got an al390 for £450 I think about 6 years ago. It's been faultless. Make sure it all slides about nicely and you can strip it to check general wear and tear. Some edges can be a bit Sharpe with a lot of use. Given they are tough cookies I'm sure it will be fine if wiped down with an oily rag everynow and then. Edited October 5, 2017 by GingerCat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesj Posted October 5, 2017 Report Share Posted October 5, 2017 If you go for a 301 make sure it at least comes with the choke you want to use as you won't find replacements very easily Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savhmr Posted October 5, 2017 Report Share Posted October 5, 2017 Hi, I currently use a Winchester 101 XTR, but I'm going to buy a used semi-auto to add to the collection. I've been doing a bit of general research and Beretta's seem to be a good solid buy ? I'm going to look at a used A301, 28" multi-choke, any hints or tips on what specifically to look at besides the obvious overall general condition ? Thanks Mat I have one for sale in the classifieds Matt. 30" barrel, all the chokes present and correct, original hard case, gun oil, choke key and breach flag, plus spare shims and main spring. It's the sought after Urika AL391 model and I'm open to offers on it if you're interested. Great guns,cycle everything fed into them and very reliable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matgriff Posted October 5, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 5, 2017 Hi, I just bought the A301 that I went to look at..... absolutely great condition, lovely gun came with full set of chokes + key + original Beretta owners manual..... £250 I think I got a fair deal ? Mat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted October 5, 2017 Report Share Posted October 5, 2017 Sounds eminently reasonable! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy H Posted October 5, 2017 Report Share Posted October 5, 2017 £250 with a full set of chokes ,cannot fault that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matgriff Posted October 6, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2017 I asked the guy I got it off about cartridges, as I've read that semi-autos can be particular, he said it's cycled any & every cartridge that he's ever put in it without problems. I normally use Llyalvale 28G #7.5 fibres for clays and 30G#6 fibres for pigeon n crows, in my Winchester, I think they are 67mm carts should they be OK in this Beretta or do I need something specifically 70mm ?? Thanks Mat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savhmr Posted October 6, 2017 Report Share Posted October 6, 2017 They should be fine. Those actions tend to cycle anything put in them except for some very light loads. Saying that, mine has had no problem in cycling 67mm 28g loads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MR. BROWN Posted October 7, 2017 Report Share Posted October 7, 2017 In my opinion, a good double gun is infinitely more comfortable to shoot on a clays course than a rattly Semi Auto. It's also more reliable, easier to maintain / clean etc. However, if one needs to dabble, just because .... then that's o.k. I've seen it happen quite a bit, only for the 'dabbler' to come back to a double gun after the novelty of a semi has worn off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matgriff Posted October 7, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2017 Posted Today, 12:49 PM In my opinion, a good double gun is infinitely more comfortable to shoot on a clays course than a rattly Semi Auto. It's also more reliable, easier to maintain / clean etc. However, if one needs to dabble, just because .... then that's o.k. I've seen it happen quite a bit, only for the 'dabbler' to come back to a double gun after the novelty of a semi has worn off. I mostly shoot pigeons & crows... I also have an O/U which I intend to keep.... but thanks for the advice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cranfield Posted October 7, 2017 Report Share Posted October 7, 2017 Now all you need is a long bamboo cane with a large magnet taped on the end.................for picking up the cartridge cases (esp from the brambles and water), I have one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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