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Here are 10 shotguns—plus a bonus gun—that represent extremely good values in their categories. One of them is most likely the best budget shotgun you can buy for the type of hunting you do.
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- Gauge
- Action
- Choke
The gauge of a shotgun refers to the diameter of the barrel. It’s a measure of how many lead balls of the barrel’s size equal a pound. Yes, it’s an asinine way to measure something. But it’s what we’ve got. Thus, a smaller number equals a bigger barrel. For most hunters, you will choose between a 12-gauge and 20-gauge, with other, less common sizes...
The action refers to how the gun cycles between shots. Common actions are semiautomatic, pump-action, and over-under. Semi-autos use either the inertia of the shot recoil or gases created during firing to cycle a new shell into the chamber. Hunters use a mechanism called a “pump” to push out the spent shell and push in a new one. And over-unders (o...
The choke of a shotgun is a restriction in the last portion of the barrel that helps control the way pellets disperse into a “pattern.” Common chokes, from most open to tightest, are improved cylinder, modified, and full. There are many other choke variants, but in short, hunters use open chokes like improved cylinders when they expect close shots ...
- Benelli Supernova. An excellent balance of affordability and quality. SuperNova Specs. Barrel Length 18.5 inches. Overall Length 40 inches.
- Mossberg 500. Good quality, reasonably priced choice for a “blue collar build.” Mossberg 500 Specs. Operating System Pump Action.
- Beretta 1301. Lightweight despite its gas operating system, the Beretta 1301 cycles fast. Beretta 1301 Specs. Weight 6.4lbs.
- SRM 1216. SRM ARMS M1216 civilian shotgun – 12 GAUGE – Semi-auto, Roller delayed action, Rotary detachable high capacity magazine.
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- Benelli M4. The Rolls Royce of shotguns, the Benelli M4 is also the armored Humvee, fire truck, and Ferrari of shotguns. It can do anything, anytime, anywhere, and has seen success in home defense, competition, and hunting scenarios.
- Mossberg 930 SPX Tactical. The Mossberg 930 SPX Tactical is an excellent choice for home defense, holding 8+1 shells. It features a cylinder choke bore and an 18.5-inch barrel length.
- Stoeger M3500. The Stoeger M3500 inertia-driven shotgun that’s an all-around solid hunting system. Designed more for waterfowl, upland game birds, and turkey, with the right choke, it’s also an excellent deer slayer.
- Browning A5. Starting its legendary life as the creation of John Browning, the A5 was the first semi-auto shotgun to make it to the mass market. It’s also a thing of beauty.
I’ve compiled a list of the best semi-automatic shotguns to help guide your selection. Best Overall: Browning Maxus II. Best Budget Inertia Gun: Stoeger m3000. Best Budget Gas Gun: CZ 712 G3
Apr 14, 2023 · Over/Under shotguns tend to cost a lot of money. But there are some affordable double-barreled gems available nearly any shooter can work into their budget. What are some economical over/unders? CZ Redhead Premier; CZ Sharp-Tail Side-By-Side; Mossberg International Silver Reserve ; Savage Model 555; Browning Citori
Feb 22, 2022 · If you are looking for an affordable shotgun, we have a wide variety ranging from pump-actions and semi-autos to classic break-action shotguns. Here are nine great options.
