Isaac Davies Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 hi i am new to the sport and am looking to buy my first shotgun, I've done some research and have come to the conclusion that a semi-auto would be the best gun for me, i would use it for game and clays, and have approximately 300 pounds to spent on a second hand gun. I've been looking at the Beretta 302 , Remington 1100 and the Hatsan escort, but am not completely sure and need some guidance. Thanks. Isaac Davies :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boomstick Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 You canny go wrong with anything Benelli Basically peerless in the semi auto category ........but I'm biased (and right :blink: ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeinVA Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 Welcome to PW Isaac :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaac Davies Posted March 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 sounds good :blink: but probs a bit expensive for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaac Davies Posted March 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 hi lee! tanks for the warm welcome i like the quote aswell! :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boomstick Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 sounds good :blink: but probs a bit expensive for me Fair - I got mine for £600 THAT was a bargain and it was mint! But if you get a benelli it will never let you down, they look the part and feel like an extension of your own arm At the end of the day tho - up to you and your bank manager Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeinVA Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 I am the softer side of this forum mate.. It can get rough in here :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GW80 Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 Welcome Isaac, If you can get a good clean Beretta 302 go for it i had one a few years back and it's spot on, very reliable, i only got rid of it as wanted a new 391 and over here in NI it's 1 on 1 off system on our licence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imperfection Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 Nowt wrong with the Escort-i've got one myself which performs flawlessly,but a Beretta or Remington will have greater resale value. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boomstick Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 Nowt wrong with the Escort-i've got one myself which performs flawlessly,but a Beretta or Remington will have greater resale value. A good point made - If it's your first gun, you may want to get rid later on. Resale potential is a good call. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaac Davies Posted March 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 ive read that some parts on the Remingtons can brake or wear out quickly if not given a certain amount of care, have any of you heard this? PS: is it easy to get hold of 302 chokes, ive heard they're a ****** to find Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GW80 Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 regards chokes for the 302 check what chokes come with the gun first if any, don't be getting too concerned over what choke just yet, mine was fixed 1/4 and it covered most situations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaac Davies Posted March 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 (edited) hi gw80, i think the one im looking at on guntrader only comes with 3/4 and full, would that be alright for most situations? or would you recommend something smaller for longer range shots? I have a good bit of land with an abundance of monk jack deer which need to be culled. i have been shooting my airgun there for a few years but would like to step it up a bit. Edited March 26, 2009 by Isaac Davies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evilstoat Posted March 27, 2009 Report Share Posted March 27, 2009 (edited) hi gw80, i think the one im looking at on guntrader only comes with 3/4 and full, would that be alright for most situations? or would you recommend something smaller for longer range shots? I have a good bit of land with an abundance of monk jack deer which need to be culled.i have been shooting my airgun there for a few years but would like to step it up a bit. I don't think you can shoot muntjac deer with a shotgun, i would find out the calibres for the type of qaurry you want to shoot, i'm sure muntjac can only be shot with bigger full calibres such as .243 rifle ect. not shotgun, it's illegal not to mention morally wrong to shoot Deer with a shotgun using standard carts cheers Rod Edited March 27, 2009 by evilstoat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiho Posted March 27, 2009 Report Share Posted March 27, 2009 you can shoot muntjac with AAA`s an maybe 00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benbaikal Posted March 27, 2009 Report Share Posted March 27, 2009 the deer as to be injured for you to shoot it with a shotgun with any shot size in it.spend a hour or so doing some research on what you intend to hunt and show it some respect and kill it cleanly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest topshot_2k Posted March 27, 2009 Report Share Posted March 27, 2009 Remington, Mossberg, Winchester SX2 or browning. check out guntrader.co.uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest topshot_2k Posted March 27, 2009 Report Share Posted March 27, 2009 ive read that some parts on the Remingtons can brake or wear out quickly if not given a certain amount of care, have any of you heard this? PS: is it easy to get hold of 302 chokes, ive heard they're a ****** to find thats rubbish, ALL guns wear with use. The remington 1100 / 1187 is one of the most reliable autos i have used, not the lightest but very well built. They didnt become the No.1 selling auto in USA for being unreliable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaac Davies Posted March 27, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 27, 2009 thanks topshot il bare that in my when im buying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweedledee Posted March 27, 2009 Report Share Posted March 27, 2009 if i could find a tidy 1100 over this side of the water i would buy one.i have used them but i`d really like to own one myself. they are one of the most successful shotties of all time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magman Posted March 27, 2009 Report Share Posted March 27, 2009 if i could find a tidy 1100 over this side of the water i would buy one.i have used them but i`d really like to own one myself. they are one of the most successful shotties of all time Except i do own one and even when you think you've missed it still drops Best auto ever made Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuji Shooter Posted March 27, 2009 Report Share Posted March 27, 2009 Yep - Remi 1100 is the way to go. I regret recently selling mine but I know where it is and its still for sale... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magman Posted March 27, 2009 Report Share Posted March 27, 2009 Yep - Remi 1100 is the way to go. I regret recently selling mine but I know where it is and its still for sale... Go get it back or you will be sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poontang Posted March 27, 2009 Report Share Posted March 27, 2009 I bought a Remi 1100 a couple of months ago. Fantastic gun, as previously mentioned, it's not light but a fantastic bit of kit. The only thing mine won't cycle are 21g loads. But they're for gaylords anyway!! Go on.........................you know you want it!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaac Davies Posted March 27, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 27, 2009 it looks like im gonna have to go for the Remy then! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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