Firearm recommendation for huntin' wa'bbits

[BoomChick]

Originally Posted by Glock Fan

Another option for smaller build folks is shooting a "youth model". I have a 20 gauge Remington 870 express that's a youth model. Has a shorter stock and is easier to handle for most ladies and first time shooters. I've used this shotgun in high brush when hunting various game birds and on a couple of wild dog hunts. It's a very comfortable gun to shoot, though I sill prefer my Mossberg 500.
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Youth model? Oh dear! It's been a while since I was a youth. . . But yeah, that's probably better for me since I'm 5'1" @ 117lbs.
-was a Mossberg 500 that bit me. . . hate that gun. I know that makes me very uncool and wussy, but oh well. I can see why you like it though. . .
And, I did lean into it. Swear!

Thanks for the recommendation. Checked out the Remington online and it looks alright. Cheap too. . ..

[mom of 3 angels]

+1 on the youth model. I've shot Mossberg's youth model (505 I think) and it fit real nice--I'm 5'2". I've looked at the Remington before also, but not shot it--Thanks Glock Fan, for sharing your experience with it.

[Glock Fan]

Originally Posted by BoomChick

Youth model? Oh dear! It's been a while since I was a youth. . . But yeah, that's probably better for me since I'm 5'1" @ 117lbs.
-was a Mossberg 500 that bit me. . . hate that gun. I know that makes me very uncool and wussy, but oh well. I can see why you like it though. . .
And, I did lean into it. Swear!

Thanks for the recommendation. Checked out the Remington online and it looks alright. Cheap too. . ..

Nothing wrong with shooting a youth model shotgun. Like I stated earlier, I've used the 870 in high brush. I've also entered a couple of skeet competitions with the youth model. Some of the guys gave me grief until I started banging the clays and made them look bad. It's all a matter of personal choice. If the firearm is uncomfortable to shoot, then you have a few options. You can purchase a firearm that is comfortable to shoot, you can find a accessory like a "Limbsaver" that will make it more comfortable, or if you have a lot of time and money, you could get a "custom job" done.

I personally like my guns off the shelf, then accessorize as necessary. A custom gun is nice, but wouldn't be something that would suit my purposes.

Not all Mossberg 500 shotguns are bad. Mine has never bitten anyone.




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[Scarecrow]

Originally Posted by BoomChick

Anyone hunt rabbits?

What do you recommend?

Thanks!

.22's are always fun!

[RDW]

.22 LR
20 Gauge

After you get a few try bunny and dumplings!

[wolfhunter]

12 or 20 ga. with No. 6 shot, or a .22LR. If you'll be in a fairly open area where longer shots are possible, the "varminter" rounds will work well.

I prefer a 12 ga. pump, 870, 500, or my current Benelli SuperNova.