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Which Semi Auto Shotgun and Why?
#3878797
03/16/23 11:54 AM
03/16/23 11:54 AM
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Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 830 Auburn, AL
Huntinman
OP
6 point
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OP
6 point
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 830
Auburn, AL
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Which modern semi-auto shotgun (20 guage) would you choose to use turkey hunting, and why?
Please explain your reasoning.
GO NOLES!!
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Re: Which Semi Auto Shotgun and Why?
[Re: Huntinman]
#3878808
03/16/23 12:32 PM
03/16/23 12:32 PM
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Joined: Aug 2014
Posts: 20,170 Northport, AL
GomerPyle
Impatient Stinky Britches Wearin’ Off-Roadin’ Guru
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Impatient Stinky Britches Wearin’ Off-Roadin’ Guru
Joined: Aug 2014
Posts: 20,170
Northport, AL
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Handle a bunch of them and see which one feels best in your hands. They’ll pretty much all work fine these days, go with whatever fits you best
There are 3 certainties in an uncertain world:
1. All Politicians Are Liars 2. All Gun Laws Are an Infringement 3. Taxation Is Theft
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Re: Which Semi Auto Shotgun and Why?
[Re: JA]
#3878816
03/16/23 12:44 PM
03/16/23 12:44 PM
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Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 830 Auburn, AL
Huntinman
OP
6 point
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OP
6 point
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 830
Auburn, AL
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I switched from a 12 to 20 gauge semi-auto four years ago. I looked at them all and went with a Franchi Affinity 3. It was half the price of a Benelli M2 and I liked the feel. I put a Vortex Venom red dot on it and and have been very pleased. This is exactly the setup I was seeking. Primarily due to the price, the factory drilled and tapped receiver, and the fact that the Franchi Affinity seems to be mostly made of expired Benelli patents/parts (perhaps the M1?). The only difference being the location of the recoil spring in the forearm. There are just so many equal options. I have put my hands on an Affinity 3 and it does seem to fit well.
Last edited by Huntinman; 03/16/23 12:46 PM.
GO NOLES!!
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Re: Which Semi Auto Shotgun and Why?
[Re: Huntinman]
#3878825
03/16/23 01:07 PM
03/16/23 01:07 PM
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Joined: Mar 2015
Posts: 4,875 AL
Gobble4me757
12 point
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12 point
Joined: Mar 2015
Posts: 4,875
AL
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I would check out a weatherby element turkey edition or get the 26” barrel one…I roll with a franchi and love it but not gonna lie after buying my wife a weatherby, I absolutely love the feel of it
2017 Team Aldeer Turkey Contest Champion 2018 Team Aldeer Turkey Contest Champion
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Re: Which Semi Auto Shotgun and Why?
[Re: Hevishot13]
#3878958
03/16/23 04:27 PM
03/16/23 04:27 PM
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Joined: Oct 2017
Posts: 1,133 Georgia
howl
6 point
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6 point
Joined: Oct 2017
Posts: 1,133
Georgia
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I wish I could find a lefty that I liked that wasn’t a god awful amount of money.
Franchi Affinity comes lh 20ga and can be had with a couple clicks. Cheaper is Hatsan Escort, but I didn't see one in stock online. I prefer a straight stock O/U.
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Re: Which Semi Auto Shotgun and Why?
[Re: howl]
#3878985
03/16/23 04:56 PM
03/16/23 04:56 PM
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Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 7,838 North Alabama
Hevishot13
14 point
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14 point
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 7,838
North Alabama
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I wish I could find a lefty that I liked that wasn’t a god awful amount of money.
Franchi Affinity comes lh 20ga and can be had with a couple clicks. Cheaper is Hatsan Escort, but I didn't see one in stock online. I prefer a straight stock O/U. I didnt realize that they made a lefty in 20. I just looked at it, the barrel is too long for my liking at 26”. Id hate to buy a $800 gun and chop the barrel down to 21”. Does anyone know it the affinity’s have chrome lined barrels? I’m not savvy on the franchi guns
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Re: Which Semi Auto Shotgun and Why?
[Re: Huntinman]
#3879025
03/16/23 05:46 PM
03/16/23 05:46 PM
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Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 9,072 USA
marshmud991
14 point
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14 point
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 9,072
USA
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I have an older youth model 20ga 1100 with the 21” barrel. It’s a dream to carry and shoots a mean pattern with a TruGlo SSX and HW 7s. Only problem is that combo is way to tight for tss and doesn’t shoot true to POA. Now I’m shooting my 870 with tss and factory full. It’s lighter then the 1100 and shoots true to POA. I do carry both in the truck when we go hunting.
It's hard to kiss the lips at night that chews your a$$ all day long.
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Re: Which Semi Auto Shotgun and Why?
[Re: Huntinman]
#3879055
03/16/23 06:56 PM
03/16/23 06:56 PM
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Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 12,955 In a Van, down by the River
quailman
Booner
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Booner
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 12,955
In a Van, down by the River
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I have a full camo H&R Auto Excell with a Carlson XLR Choke that shoots great.
Life is a journey. Make sure and bring plenty of Beer.
My luck has been so bad lately, it could be raining pussies and I'd catch one with a dick broke off in it.
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Re: Which Semi Auto Shotgun and Why?
[Re: Huntinman]
#3879367
03/17/23 08:49 AM
03/17/23 08:49 AM
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Joined: May 2009
Posts: 2,750 Hayden, Alabama
HHSyelper
10 point
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10 point
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 2,750
Hayden, Alabama
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I have a Franchi Affinity 3 youth, so I could get the shorter barrel. It still fits well, even with me being 6'5". I topped if with a venom and its a killing machine.
To God Be The Glory!
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Re: Which Semi Auto Shotgun and Why?
[Re: Huntinman]
#3879510
03/17/23 01:02 PM
03/17/23 01:02 PM
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Joined: Jan 2013
Posts: 2,460 Marshall County
Haybale
bearded hen
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bearded hen
Joined: Jan 2013
Posts: 2,460
Marshall County
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Hunters haven exclusive Winchester Sx4 is what I primarily shoot. It’s light and works great. Bottomland with a 24” barrel and pre drilled. I’ve thought about chopping a few inches off the barrel to make it even better.
"To God Be The Glory"
"I'm in if it involves sticking my hand in a hole". Brent mashburn.
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