coues7 Report post Posted December 12, 2007 I need a shotgun recommendation for a 15 year old. He will primarily be using it for bird hunting and some varmint hunting. I'm don't really have a $$ cap although something under $500 would be nice. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mattobertin Report post Posted December 12, 2007 870 remington. Under $300.00 and they last forever. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steward224 Report post Posted December 12, 2007 20 gauge remington model 870 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mattobertin Report post Posted December 12, 2007 Being a 15 year old I would say go ahead and get the 12 gauge. JMO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coues7 Report post Posted December 12, 2007 Being a 15 year old I would say go ahead and get the 12 gauge. JMO. I'm for sure going 12G......should I get an express or wingmaster? what about the remington 1100? coues7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Rabbit Report post Posted December 12, 2007 For mainly quail and dove, I would choose a 20 guage. The gun will be lighter to carry all day. The semiautomatic will absorb recoil with its gas system. A Remington or Benelli semi-auto would be nice. Check the fit for length, cast, pitch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
singleshot Report post Posted December 12, 2007 Remington 870 express in 2/34 and 3 inch. Less than $300 at HATE TO SAY IT "WALMART" with a 30$ mail in rebate from Remington. Comes with a modified screw in choke, laminated stock, matte finish. Proven in the trenches. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikep35 Report post Posted December 12, 2007 Remington 870 express in 2/34 and 3 inch. Less than $300 at HATE TO SAY IT "WALMART" with a 30$ mail in rebate from Remington. Comes with a modified screw in choke, laminated stock, matte finish. Proven in the trenches. I second the 870 express. Its a great gun for the price. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IHunt2live Report post Posted December 12, 2007 870 as well. I shot one for many years with no problems at all. I can't remember who its was it they put the 870 as #2 of the top 50 shotguns ever made. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
az4life Report post Posted December 13, 2007 870 is a great starter! Still Other options to improve and upgrade to later but he will be able to get confidence and won't feel like he has a POS either. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Browning'sCustomMeat Report post Posted December 13, 2007 870 EXPRESS is a true friend. I have beat mine into the dirt and still right on the button. Quail, dove, duck, geese, and turkey, just cant miss'em. Its been in and out of water, used as a ore. Its a great gun for money. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DesertBull Report post Posted December 13, 2007 I too vote for the 20 ga. Not because he is 15, but because it more enjoyable to carry and shoot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Diamondbackaz Report post Posted December 14, 2007 I have an 870 and it sits and collects dust since went with an 1187 20 years ago. A 12 gauge 1187 will kick about the same as a 20 ga. 870. Since then I got another 1187 in trap model, a 1100 spl field for quail, 1187 20 gauge, and a super black eagle for blasting ducks. Do it right the first time, spend the extra money. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
