So my wife wants a 12 gauge pump shotgun for home protection. I would like to keep the price as low as possible, since (I hope) the gun will be shot only occasionally at the range and otherwise will sit unused. Recommendations and approximate prices would be appreciated. I assume that the first recommendation will be not to piss her off :eyebrow:, but I really am looking for make and model suggestions.
12 Gauge Pump Recommendations?
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Preferred would be a Remington 870, but Mossberg makes a good, inexpensive pump, great for home protection.
Not much chance of a photo like that: our son is 31 :halfgrinw. Seriously, thanks for the suggestions, and I welcome any more that might come along. Is it possible and worthwhile to buy shotguns on line, or should/must I stick with a local dealer?
If you want something that you know will never fail and is a tried and true design I would suggest a Remington 870. They are such a readily available gun that you should be able to get a used one for really cheap. I have the Remington 1100(semi auto version of 870) and have never once had a problem or complaint about it.
You can buy it online, but it must be transferred to a local dealer under federal law if from another state. You will have to pay a transfer fee, and in this state, sales tax based upon the value of the item, NOT the transfer fee, which is typically about $25. Makes no sense to buy online in this case since it would likely be more costly.
Good call, if your wife is petit I recommend the mossberg 500 rolling thunder, as it will help control the muzzle.
Ammunition is just as important to take under consideration. If she is a crack shot stick with Frderal "tactical" 00-buck. If you are worried about shot placement during stress have the first shell be bird shot or #4.
Practice, practice, practice! Develop muscle memory for you and her both on the range AND with dry runs in the house while keeping it in your storage location up to the point of target acquisition with an unloaded firearm.
Best of luck"
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She has man hands!one bit of advice, once you have the gun, please refrain from taking photos like this one.
Just sayin
Ratbert
BoM Oct '07
Remington 870 or Mossberg 500 are the tried and true performers here. Mossberg has a little shorter length of pull and may fit your wife better...safety on the Mossberg is a little better positioned and easier for most folks to click off. Can't go wrong with either one though.
I have a Remington 870 in the marine finish (rustproof) and I love it.
I have a Remington 870 in the marine finish (rustproof) and I love it.
Ratbert
BoM Oct '07
Price-wise, $350 should get you a basic model new, although you can run the price up with add ons. Most gun stores will have used for around $250 or so.
While somewhat expensive, an almost must have for home defense is a forend with a light, such as from Surefire. Chances are that if you need it, it will be in the middle of the night and you need to be sure of what you're shooting at.
While somewhat expensive, an almost must have for home defense is a forend with a light, such as from Surefire. Chances are that if you need it, it will be in the middle of the night and you need to be sure of what you're shooting at.
I don't know the stature and build of your wife, but if my wife wanted a shotgun I'd get her a Remington 870 Express Youth in a 20 gauge. It has a shorter length of pull and 20 gauge is very manageable but will still do the right job. These can be had for less than 300 new.
Regards,
Randy
Regards,
Randy
cmhicksusmc
Corporal/USMC
i second the mossberg 500 i love mine