Author Topic: Which Auto? (Read 906 times)

SuperstitionCoues · « **on:** October 21, 2005, 03:36:09 PM »

Hello.

After back surgery last year, and surgery two weeks ago to correct a herniated diaphragm, I am seriously considering switching from my Browning 12 ga. BPS to a 12 or 20 gauge autoloader, solely to reduce recoil.

I know next to nothing about them, and have even less experience with them. What things should I consider when looking at them, and which brand?

The Browning Gold appeals to me, so does the Remington 1100. Does anyone have any recommendations? What features in an autoloader should be considered over others?

Thanks,

Matt

1911crazy · « **Reply #1 on:** October 21, 2005, 03:57:18 PM »

Since the Saiga's are soon to be imported the Saiga auto-shotguns are on my list of wants. These are quality shotguns at affordable prices using the "AK47" design. They have chromed lined barrels. You can check them out at; www.raacfirearms.com/test/index.htm

mjbgalt · « **Reply #2 on:** October 21, 2005, 04:38:04 PM »

i have the browning gold in 20 gauge and it is all i ever wanted. i am very happy with it and won't be getting rid of it. if i am unemployed they may find me starved to death but still clutching my browning.

-Matt

Ramrod · « **Reply #3 on:** October 22, 2005, 05:18:52 AM »

To me, my Rem 1100 feels like the softest kicker in 12 gauge. So much so that I use it exclusively for slug hunting. I think slugs are the hardest kicking shotgun loads, but they are pleasant to shoot in this gun. A composite stock, and a good thick recoil pad also help. I usually check it's zero behind the house, shooting from the prone position. I haven't broken my collarbone yet,

but I don't think I would try it with a pump.

daddywpb · « **Reply #4 on:** October 22, 2005, 11:14:24 AM »

The Browning Gold Hunter and the Remington 11/87. I own one of each. Recoil on both is easily handled, and both have proven themselves to be 100% reliable, even in very bad weather.

Sx2 · « **Reply #5 on:** October 22, 2005, 01:49:19 PM »

To simplify the operating action of the browning, albeit a nice gun. Save a buck to boot and try to find someones Sx2 to shoot :wink:

mountainview · « **Reply #6 on:** October 24, 2005, 05:57:14 AM »

I love my SX2 but you may want to look at the Beretta Auto. A bit pricey but when I have shot my friend's Beretta, it was a very soft kicker with shotshells. If you shoot managed recoil or "reloads", it should be quite easy on the shoulder even if you shoot a fair amount. Main hang up with the Beretta is the cover on the bottom which seems to grab my finger every time I load it.

Sx2 · « **Reply #7 on:** October 25, 2005, 01:29:36 AM »

very nice gun the beretta. I just can't get past the safety location. :oops:

SuperstitionCoues · « **Reply #8 on:** October 25, 2005, 04:04:02 AM »

Went to our local Sportsmens Warehouse this past weekend, and took a look at the their selection of autos.

What the salesman was pushing was a Benelli with a "Comfortech" system that was supposed to reduce felt recoil by 30+%. It was, without a doubt, the ugliest firearm I have ever picked up. Asthetics being beside the point, I was surprised that a recoil-operated semi-auto would supposedly reduce the recoil more than a gas-operated system.

This is where the Beretta comes in. Very elegant gun, nice handling too. Gas operated like the Browning, and about the same cost. So, I have a new question.

Does the Benelli's spring/recoil system really reduce recoil as much as they say? And has anyone shot or compared a Benelli, to a Beretta, to a Browning Gold?

Thanks a lot. Matt

dave375hh · « **Reply #9 on:** October 25, 2005, 04:33:43 AM »

Superstious,
The simple answer to your question is yes the Benelli system does what they claim. And yes they are ulglier than a mud fence. The 1100's are heavy and the 11-87's break down a lot. (Don't flame me I own three 1100's) The Beretta, Browning, or SX-2 are your best bet. I've shot all three and have no complaints at all.

Sx2 · « **Reply #10 on:** October 25, 2005, 06:13:13 AM »

I have too seen alot of 11-87 breakdowns. I had a friend who literally shot one untill it fell apart. About 4,000 rounds. (he has money) He went to the Browning Gold and has put close to 8,000 through it with no breakdowns.

I'm with dave on the beretta, browning, or Sx2

I am dead sold on the Sx2, this after shooting pumps for 23 years.

Not to worry dukkiller :wink: , when my Sx2 fails me you will be the first to know, I'll freely admit it. For now, my 40 year old shoulder enjoys the less felt recoil.

varmit_master · « **Reply #11 on:** October 25, 2005, 06:07:42 PM »

Hi SX 2 I have got a new Win super X 2 NWTF shotgun. I tradeed a Benelli M1 Super 90 12ga camo for BEST trade i ever done. You couldnt run fast unuff to give me another Benelli. I have owned my last one. I am glad i got the SX 2. But i havent shot it yet. Waiting to get the foring cone cut out and a custom turkey choke made for it. VM

Sx2 · « **Reply #12 on:** October 26, 2005, 01:03:19 PM »

Hey VM,
I remember that post. I hope you have as good of luck as I do with mine.

BuckTrucker · « **Reply #13 on:** October 26, 2005, 05:12:05 PM »

I've had an 1100 for 30 years and it's a soft shooting auto, which is the main reason I got it as a kid. Mine doesn't even have a recoil pad but with a pad, it would be a very soft shooter. I've used a friends Benelli while hunting Pheasants and it wasn't too much more felt recoil. Their new comforttech system is supposed to be a lot better and I will know after Sunday when I'm going to the range to shoot with a friend that just got one. I don't know about the reliability of the newer 1100's but mine has been good, not perfect, but good. My friends with Benelli's have never had an ounce of problems with theirs but I've read some comments here. Probably great guns but I wouldn't buy from any manufacturer who doesn't have good customer service. I've shot the Brownings and Berettas but never like the feel of their autoloaders - just a weird recoil that doesn't feel right to me.

BT