Remington 11-87 or Berretta A300

[Narrowback]

I have narrowed it down to a 11-87 or a A300. Which one would you buy? I have one Mossberg 500 that I use for Trap but would like another shotgun for guests as well as expanding into Skeet or 5 Stand. Handled a lot of different brands but settled on these two because of price and how well they feel in my hands. What do you think?

 

[RImike]

Is this for shooting sports are you going to be hunting with it as well? If your going to be hunting, get an 11-87. If you just shooting clays, consider an 1100.

 

[MisterHappy]

Find someone that has one that you can try, not just handle.

It's like buying a pair of boots without putting them on.

I've handled and shot enough shotties, that I've made a purchase or two without shooting an example of the gun, but I know what fits me, and they were not big-ticket guns. The last Parker I got was fired first. That one was not chump change, for me at least!

The Feel of a shottie is vital.

 

[SJan]

I have narrowed it down to a 11-87 or a A300. Which one would you buy?

Benelli Montefeltro

I've had mine since November, 6-700 rounds fired so far. {edit: its got to be more like 1200-1500) I cleaned it once, even though it didn't need it! Recoil operated for the win.

I shoot at Hopkinton if you would like to try it

 

[Narrowback]

I should have mentioned that it will be used for shooting clays only. I am very new to the shot gunning side of things and I am sure as I gain experience I will start to form a better understanding of what I like in a shotgun. I have seen the more expensive guns and I refuse to handle them for fear of falling in love. Both of these guns fit my price ceiling of under $700. I know I could probably get a very nice used gun for that price but do not want to go down that road.

 

[jtischauser]

Of your on a budget check out the Stoeger M3000. I have been putting one they the paces for 3 gun competition and it's a helluva gun for under $500.

Here she is after 635 rounds of trash ammo this weekend.

 

[Narrowback]

I handled the Stoeger and it didn't feel as balanced as the two I selected.