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Q: What would be the best pump shotgun for deer hunting (using slugs) and home defense (using shot)?
I am looking for an affordable 12 gage pump shotgun for multiple uses; home defense and hunting deer and turkey. I want to use slugs for deer hunting but I know that slugs would not be a reasonable home defense ammunition. What should I look to purchase?
A: Take a look here…… Mossberg offers a 500 model 12 gauge pump that come with 2 barrels….. The long one is for hunting — When you get home put the short one on for home defense……
http://www.mossberg.com/images/Mossberg_Guns/930/NEW/54169.jpg
Mossberg makes excellent shotguns….. Don’t let the inexpensive price fool you. These are really nice shotguns……
Ammunition for home defense?…. Buckshot of course…. 8 or 9 pellet 2 3/4 inch is perfect…. Here is whats in my Mossberg shotgun……
http://www.wolfammo.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=18&Itemid=35
Q: Need a good shotgun for hunting deer?
Hey im new to gun hunting only have hunted with a bow but i recently decided to get into gun hunting. Ohio does not allow rifles so i was wondering what would be a good shotgun for deer hunting. Looking to stay in the 300-600 price range
A: A remington 870 or 887. If you get the combo you get a deer barrel and a bird barrel with removable chokes. The 870 or 887 would be my choice and you can put a scope on it too. Use some Remington bonded tip sabots for ammo.
http://www.remington.com/products/firearms/shotguns/model-870/model-870-express-slug.aspx
Q: shotgun deer hunting sights?
i have a smooth bore shotgun i use for rabbit/upland bird hunting. the sight on the gun is a tru glo bead. i’ve been hunting deer w/a scoped rifle + now i’d like to use my shotgun w/rifled slugs but keep the sight that i have. what max distance do you recommend for the shot/ any tips?
A: Practice…..
And forget practicing by shooting at paper targets…
Shoot at steel plates / gongs…. The problem with paper at long distance is you cant see if your hitting the paper… hence – you have ne “feel” for the shotgun….
When you hit steel plates you see them swing on there chains and hear a loud plink thru your earplugs…. This is a reactive target which immediately lets you know your getting it right… paper cant do that…
Have a machine shop cut some 10, 12 and 15 inch target plates… Set them up at 50, 75 and 100 yards…
next — Buy yourself some of those 15 packs of Remington Sluggers that Walmart carrys and get practicing….
I have no problems putting all shots on a 12 inch plates to 100 yards…. This is plenty accurate for deer…
Q: which is better for hunting deer a shotgun or a rifle?
i wanted to hunt deer and someone told me to use a rifle and another person told me to use a shotgun so which one is better.
if this helps any to answer my question: i am 13 and i live in indiana
A: Definitely a rifle!
Shotguns loaded with slugs have brutal recoil. As a 13 year old you will not enjoy it. With buckshot the recoil is more manageable depending on size and more importantly shooting technique. But buckshot shoots a random pattern at the target and is useful only at a maximum of handgun range or about 25 yds. Farther than that you can not guarantee lethal hits and you run the risk of wounding the deer, for it to suffer and die needlessly. Chances are it will run for some time and you will not find it.
With a rifle, powerful enough to kill, but with recoil that you can handle, and enough practice to guarantee hits at whatever your personal maximum range is. (Maximum distance you can maintain a 5″ group from a certain shooting position i.e. standing, sitting kneeling) You will kill quickly and humanely which is every hunter’s responsibility.
Good calibers are at the low end .243 with 100gn bullets, 7mm08, .308, and so on. Try some of these guns out and get used to shooting them before you buy. Remember a lighter gun kicks more than a heavier one.
Practice, practice practice! Shooting at the range is a lot different than aiming in on your first deer. You must only take a shot you know you can end the animal’s life quickly with a minimum of safety. It is better to pass it up then to screw it up.
Q: why do they never shotgun deer hunt on tv?
i notice when i watch my hunting shows that they deer hunt with just about every weapon – except for the shotgun. why is this?
A: Good question, I see the same thing. I think mainly because rifles can be much more accurate. Also depending on which state you can only hunt with a certian caliber gun
Q: Shotgun deer hunting scope!?!?!?!?!?!?
Hello, I just got a new Mossberg 500 12 gauge shotgun combo. It came with a fully rifled slug barrel and the all purpose barrel. For deer hunting with this gun, what scope would you recommend? I am looking for a nice high quality scope under $150. Also what ammo or other accessories should I get? Is a scope recommended for turkey hunting? Thanks, Please help!
I want a scope for deer hunting. How is a 2-7X32 Nikon, is that too much zoom power?
A: Don’t buy some cheap scope because the recoil from slugs can turn it into a paper weight.
For about 50 bucks more you can buy one of these;
http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/links/link.jsp?id=0038614712551a&type=product&cmCat=SEARCHFEAT_all&returnPage=search-results1.jsp&Ntt=shotgun+scope&Ntk=Products&sort=all&_D%3AhasJS=+&N=0&_D%3Asort=+&Nty=1&hasJS=true&_DARGS=%2Fcabelas%2Fen%2Fcommon%2Fsearch%2Fsearch-box.jsp.form1&_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1
I am sure you want a scope that will last the life of the gun that’s why I suggested the Leupold.
You could get some of the other cheap scopes like a Tasco, Bushnell or one of these;
http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/links/link.jsp?id=0044767712738a&type=product&cmCat=SEARCH_all&returnPage=search-results1.jsp&Ntt=shotgun+scope&Ntk=Products&sort=all&_D%3AhasJS=+&N=0&_D%3Asort=+&Nty=1&hasJS=true&_DARGS=%2Fcabelas%2Fen%2Fcommon%2Fsearch%2Fsearch-box.jsp.form1&_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1
http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/links/link.jsp?id=0064065713115a&type=product&cmCat=SEARCH_all&returnPage=search-results1.jsp&Ntt=shotgun+scope&Ntk=Products&sort=all&_D%3AhasJS=+&N=0&_D%3Asort=+&Nty=1&hasJS=true&_DARGS=%2Fcabelas%2Fen%2Fcommon%2Fsearch%2Fsearch-box.jsp.form1&_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1
But just read all the reviews for them and you will see some had to buy another scope. A friend of mine is a penny pincher and I told him to by a quality scope. He went through 3 cheap scopes and finally bought a quality one. I pointed out for the cost of 3 cheap ones he could have bought the nice one. I made the same mistake years ago though, bought a cheap shotgun scope and it worked great. Went on a hunting trip in some fairly cold temps and when I shot the cross hairs started to move with each shot.
Don’t get a high magnafaction scope for it. With the short range of slugs you don’t need anything more than a fixed 4 power although a 2x to 6x would be fine. Its better to have a wide field of view with a slug gun than high magnafacation.
With a fully rifled barrel you can shoot sabot slugs with very good accuracy out to 150 yards.
Here is a good read explaining slugs;
http://www.chuckhawks.com/shotgun_slugs.htm
I use these;
http://www.smokewagongear.com/p-1243-12-gauge-bonded-sabot-slugs-remington-premier-accutip-12-ga-3-slug-pra12m.aspx
Or I handload my own.
I know some use a scope for turkey hunting but you don’t need one. Just pattern your shotgun on paper at different distances. And when you understand your pattern you just aim for its head and you should be fine. You want 80% of your shot in a 30 inch or less circle, if you can get 80% in a 24 inch circle even better! Buy an extra full turkey choke tube and use #4 or 5 lead shot, some use larger shot like #2.
Hope this helps you.
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Q: I was wondering if anyone knew some low cost shotgun combos for hunting deer an upland game?
I live in maryland and I bowhunt and I have a muzzle loader but I am interested in a Shotgun. I don’t need anything really expensive since i will only be using it in the field a few weeks out of the year as well as at the range.
A: There are 2 fine choices available…..
The Remington 870 combo……..
http://www.remington.com/products/firearms/shotguns/model-870/model-870-express-combos.aspx
http://www.remington.com/product-families/firearms/shotgun-families/pump-action-model-870.aspx
and The Mossberg 500…….
http://www.mossberg.com/images/Mossberg_Guns/930/NEW/54243.jpg
http://www.mossberg.com/products/default.asp?id=3§ion=products
Both are available for under $450….. Both are reliable, easy to use, easy to maintain, have been produced in the millions and are hugely popular with legions of fans…..
I happen to like the look and feel of the Mossbergs but you may find the Remington a better fit….
Stop by your dealer and look both over……
Q: What is the best 12 gauge semi automatic shotgun for deer hunting?
anywhere up to $600
A: remington 1100 or 1187
Q: whichy shotgun should i purchase for deer hunting?
i am getting a shotgun for deer hunting mostly and have a few question on the Mossberg 500-12 gauge shotgun
1- Does the 500 not have a removable choke like the 590?
*I just heard that the 590 does NOT have a removable choke witch is nice if it does have a removable choke for different types of hunting.. does the 500 have the same qualitity*
2- Should i get the Pistol grip or the full end one like a rifle(for your shoulder*
*I just am not sure if i should get the pistol grip one, or the one with the full end..like a rifle to rest in ur shoulder,here is some pics of each kind
Pics: 1. Shoulder Grip Shotgun- http://www.eastcoastfirearms.com/images/content/mossbergcruiserL.jpg 2. Rifle End Grip Shotgun- http://www.self-defender.net/images2/shotguns/mossberg500.jpg
I am using this shotgun for hunting deer,some birds(turkey), squrrel and rabbit
Is the 500 the better choice or should i get a better gun
Limit-275 – 300$
List Gun Here:
Should I go used(pawn)or new gun
A: The Mossberg 500 is a good gun…I actually looked at that and was ready to buy it until I inherited another gun from my father (saved me a few hundred bucks).
I’m not sure about the choke, but I think you can swap em out on the 500.
Also, for hunting, definitely go with the full stock…NOT the pistol grip. The pistol grip is only good for combat/home defense. You will have much better aim with the full stock.
I have heard very few complaints about the 500, and I think it is a beautiful and reliable gun, especially for the money.
Another gun to consider would be the Remington 870. It will be a bit more expensive, but it is probably the most reliable pump gun in the world. It has definitely been proven over time…it is a great gun.
Good luck!
Q: I am new to hunting and guns for the most part, I want to hunt deer with a shotgun. What should I look for?
I have to use a shotgun do to Illinois rules, I am looking to spend around 400 at the most. Everyone I have talked to has pointed to the Remington 870 express… Any opinions? Thanks
A: Ethaca Deer Slayer…it’s light weight, made well and a true killer in my hands. To each their own.
You need a rifled barrel. If you are not in the best of shape and plan to walk a lot then light weight. The stock should fit you well in heavy clothing. A gloved finger should be able to fit into the trigger guard with room to spare. Stay with a pump shot gun for reliability.
Gauge isn’t as important as some might swear-by. I know a guy with a 410 that has no problem bagging white tales. I like my 20 gauge because it is light and no recoil.
Don’t get an extended magazine as it only adds weight. The extra ammo under the barrel just weighs you down even more. Besides you only get one good shot. I never carry extra ammo as it only weighs me down.
You might also want to look at synthitic stocks. They are really light weight, almost indestructible, and water proof
Good luck with your hunting. Shoot one for every driver out there!.
Q: what is the best deer hunting shotgun that is under 700 dollars?
A: Remington 870 express smooth-bore, or the mossberg 500 both under 300 dollars and do a great job don’t be sold on a slug barrel it’s not needed, i get a deer with the 870 and it’s quite impressive with some of the shots i have got, some over 100 yds.
Q: What is the best shotgun for deer hunting?
I am looking for a really good shotgun for hunting deer (shooting slugs). I know I want a brand new one and a new model as well. I will spend up to about $1000 but prefer to spend about $700-800. I also want something that I can also use for turkey hunting (something that comes with different barrels or chokes). I was looking online (winchester, mossberg & Remiington) but there are so many different models on the websites I dont know which is the right one? Any help would be appreciated. Please include specific model #’s or links so I can find it.
for everyone that says mossberg 500 how about this one – do you think it is better than the 500??
http://www.mossberg.com/products/default.asp?id=11
A: I would get a Rem 870 with a rifled barrel and a separate smooth bore barrel that has removable choke tubes. You can get a turkey choke tube for it and be all set.
Q: What are some tips to ground deer hunting with a shotgun?
I’m hunting in unfamiliar woods, and I’m just looking for helpful hints.
-How to decide where a good place to sit is?
-How to read my surroundings?
-Are the trails leading into the woods or leaving the woods?
-etc. Etc. Etc.
A: find the trail that looks like it’s is traveled the most look for fresh tracks dropping scraped rubs and find you a downed tree about 20-40 yards from it with the wind in your favor and crawl in it and wait hopefully it will pay off just look for the signs that deer are present in the area bucks will follow the does they will most likely take the same trails frequently unless disturbed they might get skittish for a bit
good luck
Q: what is good shotgun for deer hunting?
what is a good shotgun that is kinda cheap? tell the price too thanks
A: The amazing Remington 870 pump action shotgun chambered in 12 gauge is versatile for all hunting purposes and can be used for defending your home too.
Q: shotgun hunting deer?
i have a Remington 870 12 gauge full choke, and im going to hunt deer with it very soon, but i have a bead sight and i want to use a slug but i dont want to buy a slug barrel, should i use buck-shot or should try to hunt with a slug using the bead sight?
o yea i found some slugs that were ment for full choke so dont worry about i getting damaged
A: The slug is definitely your best bet. My first three deer came with a 12ga slug gun in Minnesota, and I had bead sights on it. The great thing about shotgun hunting is that if you’re in heavy brush you probably won’t get a shot past 60 yards anyhow, and slugs are less likely to be diverted from their path by twigs and whatnot. I wouldn’t take a shot past 60 yards though. Get a box of shells and some paper targets and figure out how your gun shoots. But that’s a 50 cal slug that hits with over a ton of force, so usually you just put the bead on the animal and pull the trigger. If you hit it it’ll go down, at least long enough to fire again.
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