Conference vmsnet::hunting$note:hunting

    I would go with a Remington 1100 or even the 870 pump, over the 
    Winchester. I like the way a Remington feels over the Winchester 
    or Mosberg, and also how they break down for cleaning.

    Check K-Mart, they have good buys on Remington.

    Of course its just my opinion.

    Jim

    
    
      Going to a Remington was my first thoughts when reading the base note
    too. I don't know why Winchester stops producing a decent gun when they
    have one. I think the Super-X was the best auto shotgun they ever made
    but stopped makeing it around the late 70's. They also had a good auto
    rifle, model 100 they stopped makeing along with the model 88 lever. 
           

    Chris,
    
    I used to run sporting goods for a Wal-Mart store about 6 years ago and
    about 30% of the Mossberg 500 I sold came back.  I take it you liked
    yours?  
                                                        	
    
    A couple of friends of mine have the Mossberg 3 1/2 and love it.  I use
    the Remington 870 Express which you can pick up at Wal-Mart for
    $209.00.  It isn't a fancy looking shotgun, but it shoots great and you
    can get about any screw-in choke your heart desires.  I use it for
    everything and have never had any problem with it what-so-ever.
    Of course it isn't a semi-auto, but it's almost 1/2 the price!
    
    Wess_who_will_slap_a_slug_barrel_on_his_870express_on_Nov.28th_for_Ohio.

    Thanx for all the input so far.  I have called practically *every* gun
    shop on the east coast of Mass and then some and they all say that the
    semi-auto' aren't worth the money you pay for them (almost 2x that of a
    pump.)  So I think I'm going to lean toward the Remingtom 870.  I'm
    going to the Outdoor Store in Natick this afternoon and I'll probably
    leave with the 870. 
    
    Iv'e had my Mossberg for about 10 years now and "never" had an ounce of
    problems with it.  I know other guys who have had them and had nothing
    but trouble with them.  One guys firing pin kept falling out!  I just
    figured its time to upgrade, and I sold it for $75 MORE than I paid for
    it.8^)...
    
    I'll let you know what I pick up...
    
    	Thanx again...			Chris...  Who'll be in Townsend
    						State Forest Opening Day.
    					I'll be the guy in orange.8')..  

    	I shoot an 870 and they'll have to pry my cold dead fingers off
    it to get it away. You name it, I've shot it with my baby. If you do
    get it, you won't be sorry. I've never had an ounce of trouble with it.
    My only regret is that it's chambered for 2 3/4 only. But thats OK. If
    I want to go duck hunting with steel shot, I use my Dads 1100 3". But
    in the pre-steel era, I've dropped my share of ducks and geese. I'll
    never need another shotgun. Good luck...
    
    
    						Butch

    I have the 870 magnum which holds 3" shells. I also luv it.

    Jim

       Yes, I'll repeat that I have never had any problems with my 870,
    and I've believe I've gone to hell and back with it.....its not the
    most fancy gun in the world but it is well worth the price (rugged
    gun). If I were to replace my gun I would by the same gun again.
    
      Of course Kelsey and Bay (my labs) think I should shoot better with
    it, but thats their opinoin.
    
    Duff

    I finally made a decision.  I went to Wal-Mart in Bellingham last nite
    and picked up the Remington 870 Express Magnum Combo.  Came with a 20"
    slug barrel, 28" ventrib and a Imp. Cyl choke.  Gun is chambered for 
    2 3/4" or 3" and holds 5 rounds.  Price was very reasonable, beat
    everyone else by at least $30, some as hi as $100.  I paid $289. 
    Now I just have to sight it in...
    
    Well 'A huntin I will go!!!
    
    Thanx again for all the input and I hope all have a SAFE and succesful
    hunt...
    
    Chris.....  

    RE:8
    
    Good price and you won't be sorry.
    
    Good Luck
    Jim

    You will love it, put it on em'.
    
    Wess