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Oct 15, 2014 · The best shotguns in the world – what makes them? Personal taste, artisan craftsmanship, expense? A favoured and ancient AYA might shoot like a dream and knock the highest of birds of out of the sky, but it won’t make the top spot according to the next man, who wouldn’t swap a Beretta 692 for its weight in gold.
Aug 14, 2024 · We tested the tactical shotguns with target loads, buckshot, and slugs. Photo by Natalie Krebs. Buck shot loads included Hornady Critical Defense, Remington Ultimate Defense, and Federal Copper Plated. We shot slugs for record with Remington Slugger, Federal Truball, and Hornady American Gunner.
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Editor’s Pick: Beretta UltraleggeroBest Target Gun: Fabarm Elos D2 RSBest Value: CZ 712 G3Best Makeover Gun: Benelli M2I gave the guns a workout at skeet and 5-stand. I tested with light target loads for reliability and heavy hunting loads to see how hard they kicked. I shot them for point of impact and patterned the lone turkey gun. When I needed a second opinion, I called in Clint Hartsock, fellow clay and wingshooter and hunting department manager at Fin and Fea...
Editor’s Pick: Beretta Ultraleggero
Editor's Pick SEE IT Why it Made the Cut:A novel approach solves the old question of how to lighten a gun without ruining its balance. Total Score: 94 Key Features 1. Length:45 ½ inches 2. Weight:6 pounds, 6 ounces 3. Barrels:28 inches 4. Action:break-action O/U 5. Trigger:5 pounds, 6 ounces 6. Finish:Blue, with 3-D engraved inserts 7. Stock:Oil-finished walnut 8. Chambering:2 ¾- and 3-inch 12-gauge 9. Price:$3,000 Pros 1. Lightweight 2. Excellent balance 3. Innovative use of lighweight mater...
Best Target Gun: Fabarm Elos D2 RS
Best Target Gun SEE IT Why it Made the Cut:It’s a great shooter and a lot of target gun for the money Total Score:92 Key Features 1. Length:45 ½ inches 2. Weight:8 pounds, 5 ounces 3. Barrels:32 inches, target-style tapered rib, four extended choke tube (30-inch also available) 4. Action:Break-action O/U 5. Trigger:3 ¾ pounds 6. Finish:Semi-matte blue, enamel accents 7. Stock:Oil-finished walnut 8. Chambering:2 ¾- and 3-inch 12-gauge 9. Price:$3,575 Pros 1. Excellent choice for shooters who l...
Best Value: CZ 712 G3
Best Value SEE IT Why it Made the Cut:Old-school gas gun tech helps CZ bring this gun in at a price that’s hard to beat. Total Score:72 Key Features 1. Length:48 ½ inches 2. Weight:7 pounds, 7 ounces 3. Barrels:24 inches (black only), 26, and 28 4. Action:Gas 5. Trigger:6 pounds 6. Finish:Camo (tested), black synthetic, walnut/blue also available 7. Stock:Synthetic 8. Barrel:White Bradley bead, five extended chokes 9. Chambering:3-inch 12-gauge 10. Price:$579, walnut and blued steel black, $6...
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- 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.
Jun 13, 2024 · The Browning Maxus II, our best overall gun, is a good example of what a semi-auto can be: light, soft-recoiling, versatile, and adjustable to fit a range of shooters.
Jul 3, 2024 · Great for hunting and home defense. Semi-Automatic Shotguns: These automatically load the next round after each shot, making them faster than pump-actions. They're ideal for sport shooting and bird hunting. Break-Action Shotguns: These include single-shot and double-barrel shotguns. They are simple to use and maintain but have a limited capacity.
Jul 12, 2023 · So, what makes shotguns so unique, and how do they work? Let’s dive right in and take a closer look at their main features, different types, and some of the hottest and newest shotguns of 2023 for various shooting and hunting purposes.
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