what is the best shotgun to own and which one holds the?

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1. c

   February 17th, 2010 at 10:49 am

   AA12

   http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=aa12+automatic+shotgun&search_type=&aq=0&oq=aa12

2. Annie Oakleaf

   February 17th, 2010 at 10:49 am

   What are you going to be using it for?
   What shotguns are you looking into?

   Its hard to give you a good answer because I have no idea what you plan on using it for. The action type is more of a personal preference than anything else.

   Pumps and semi-autos will hold more shells and they can hold up to 8 shot shells.. A o/u (over/under) and side-by-side will hold one or two shells.

   Easier to aim.. more like pointing with a shotgun because you don’t have just one projectile (exception when using slugs). How easy the gun is to shoot/aim/point depends on the shooter and the shooter’s experience.

3. Bill

   February 17th, 2010 at 10:49 am

   Saiga 12′s hold the most ammo and are reliable..good shotguns for home defense

4. xx454xx

   February 17th, 2010 at 10:49 am

   Benelli autoloaders use an inertia system, rather than gas, to operate the action. Their Super Black Eagle handles shells from 2-3/4" up to 3-1/2", and there are no gas ports to keep clean. Benellis have a good reputation and a unique style that blends angles with curves for a shotgun like no other. Crossbolt safety located behind the trigger.

   Mossberg’s 935 is chambered for the whopping 3-1/2" 12 gauge magnum, and uses a self-regulating gas system. This gun was developed for use with 3" and 3.5" shells, so don’t expect it to function with dove loads. This gun is only available in synthetic-stocked versions. The safety is just exactly where it belongs – centered on the rear of the receiver for ambidextrous thumb operation, where shotgun safeties should all live.

   Remington’s 1100 has been around for ages, and it’s going strong. I’m not sure why, since their 11-87 is an improvement on it. The 1100′s main disadvantage is that you must only use the shells it’s designed for (2-3/4" or 3"). A 3"-chambered 11-87, on the other hand, can handle lighter loads along with 3" magnums. Both are gas-operated and come in a variety of sub-models. Crossbolt safety behind the trigger.
   Their newer gas-operated 105CTi is an interesting gun that may or may not be around for the long haul. Its lightweight receiver contains carbon fiber (new(ish) to guns and not particularly attractive to shooters). 3" chamber. The whopping MSRP of $1548 (in 2008) means that it probably won’t become a mainstream gun anytime soon.

5. Jim

   February 17th, 2010 at 10:49 am

   You don’t really aim a shotgun, you point it. A shotgun expels a group of pellets, unless you are using a slug, and those are not recommended for novice, home defense and most hunting or target shooting. You also do not need to worry about how many rounds it holds. In hunting you are limited by the law. In home defense you really only need one or two shots. The only place I’ve ever seen unplugged shotguns used are in law enforcement and the military. Unless you are a criminal seeking to cause maximum damage and fear.

   So, if this is your first shotgun, why not just go to Walmart and buy an inexpensive general purpose 12 gauge, like the Remington 870. Learn how to use that. Then see if you are ready for more or better.

6. Chicken Farmer

   February 17th, 2010 at 10:49 am

   I think the Mossberg model 500 pump action is a reliable shotgun .

7. Taylor

   February 17th, 2010 at 10:49 am

   the best pump guns are mossberg 500 can hold up to 8 shells and a mossberg 590 can hold 9 shells. saiga 12 ga is the best semi auto and you can buy extended magazines.

8. Mr. Gregg Andrews

   February 17th, 2010 at 10:49 am

   Nothing beats an Ithaca 87 Featherlight.

   Light
   Utterly durable and reliable
   Swings like a wand. Everything else feels like swinging a 2×4 to your shoulder.

   Expensive though.

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