FAR WELTED Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 evening all, im looking for a new gun, i have got a franchi affinity but fancy a change any recommendations. thanks in anticipation bob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry2016 Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 Browning 525 always a winner sturdy relatable and cheap enough Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 You’re going to get tons of recommendations because there are as many opinions as there are guns or gun owners. Try as many as you can based on what you want it for, then choose one from a reputable manufacturer with a sound pedigree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enfieldspares Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 Get the one that you can hit the most of out of what you shoot it at. So go to a few clay grounds, if you can, that have various loan guns to try for those that haven't a gun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eggy74 Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 get one with the "o" on top and the "u" just below it 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fellside Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 If it fits - it hits. Just try a few at a shooting ground / shop where they’ve got some second hand and demo’ guns - or friends guns. You will settle on one that feels right and mounts consistently well, with the best sight picture etc. Obviously Betetta or Browning / Miroku hold their value if you can find one that fits you. Good luck - I hope you enjoy you’re new shiny gun whatever it turns out to be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTaylor91 Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 One that fits right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamekeeper1960 Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 1 hour ago, FAR WELTED said: evening all, im looking for a new gun, i have got a franchi affinity but fancy a change any recommendations. thanks in anticipation bob. Hi Bob, firstly what type shooting do you do ? do you want to buy new or used quite often you get a better value with used... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billytheghillie Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 so you have a semi auto, do you want to change to over and under or side by side? nowt wrong with the affinity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saddler Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 Lots of choice names to choose from among the "shotgun specialist" firms - but I've also seen some interesting O/U guns by "rifle makers" - such as Valmet, Ruger, etc. Could be worth checking out as they may get overlooked, not being from one of the more known brands Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob85 Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 2 minutes ago, saddler said: Lots of choice names to choose from among the "shotgun specialist" firms - but I've also seen some interesting O/U guns by "rifle makers" - such as Valmet, Ruger, etc. Could be worth checking out as they may get overlooked, not being from one of the more known brands Jonny at TGS has reviewed a few of the older 2nd hand guns that are starting to get overlooked, I've always fancied trying out the likes of an SKB but I can never seem to find any near me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldypigeonpopper Posted July 17, 2020 Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 (edited) 11 hours ago, Rob85 said: Jonny at TGS has reviewed a few of the older 2nd hand guns that are starting to get overlooked, I've always fancied trying out the likes of an SKB but I can never seem to find any near me Hello, there is one on here for sale, 13 hours ago, FAR WELTED said: evening all, im looking for a new gun, i have got a franchi affinity but fancy a change any recommendations. thanks in anticipation bob. Hello, why not a franchi O/U ? Edited July 17, 2020 by oldypigeonpopper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobba Posted July 17, 2020 Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 14 hours ago, FAR WELTED said: evening all, im looking for a new gun, i have got a franchi affinity but fancy a change any recommendations. thanks in anticipation bob. If, when trying various guns, you find the Beretta Silver Pigeon suits you then I've a hardly used SP Sporter, 30" barrels, with adjustable stock for sale (hard case + chokes). These retail at over £1,800. Mine will be £1,200 including a slab of unwanted cartridges. PM if interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FAR WELTED Posted July 17, 2020 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 22 hours ago, gamekeeper1960 said: Hi Bob, firstly what type shooting do you do ? do you want to buy new or used quite often you get a better value with used... hi mate, i mostly shoot game and pigeons, i looking at a new gun but if there is a very good pre loved one i would consider it. i also take my old william evans side by side boxlock in the hide at times. Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamekeeper1960 Posted July 17, 2020 Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 Well Bob the only thing I would say is quality counts a second hand beretta or browning etc is always going to be of a better quality than lesser name gun and there are a great many out there to choose from... a bit of advice if you have friends who could lend you a few different models then go for it....equally try going to your local clay ground that has a shop combined as many will let you try before you buy... as for taking your old William into the hide why not thats what they were born to do... hope you find something Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manthing Posted July 18, 2020 Report Share Posted July 18, 2020 On 16/07/2020 at 21:53, JTaylor91 said: One that fits right 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sam triple Posted July 18, 2020 Report Share Posted July 18, 2020 For game I prefer a 20 bore just because everything is lighter to carry around all day will go in the hide too , as will my affinity also for fowling , why not look out for a 12 and 20 bore combo I had one in my sights deposit paid but I owed a mate a favour so let him have it , it was also a Franchi £500 for one action two sets of barrels, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Heron Posted July 18, 2020 Report Share Posted July 18, 2020 On 16/07/2020 at 21:53, JTaylor91 said: One that fits right Yes first and formost more important than make. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamekeeper1960 Posted July 18, 2020 Report Share Posted July 18, 2020 18 minutes ago, The Heron said: Yes first and formost more important than make. I'm afraid I disagree in as much as just about any gun can be made to fit by a good gunsmith but you have to find a gun with good balance that you enjoy shooting..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted July 18, 2020 Report Share Posted July 18, 2020 34 minutes ago, The Heron said: Yes first and formost more important than make. No one can fit a gun to anyone without a consistent mount. Choose a gun you like and then learn to shoot with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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