I am looking to pick up a break action side by side for my field gun. I basically only hunt small game. Not sure which makes and models are best for his. I was looking at a remington spr if i can get my hands on it, also had a guy from work offer me a lower end aya. If anyone has an opinion please le me know.
best side-by-side available for small game and field gun?
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If I were looking for a SxS, I think I'd give serious consideration to CZ. Just a little more money than the price leaders, but from what I've seen, a substantial step up in quality. CZ's reputation has always been a very good one.
http://www.cz-usa.com/products_shotguns.php
http://www.cz-usa.com/products_shotguns.php
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ActivShootr
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+1 on CZ. Very well made guns. But lets try to keep them a secret. ($) 
http://www.stoegerindustries.com/firearms/stoeger_coach_guns.php
I have always wanted a stoeger coach but non of the firearm shops in my area have them so I will have to find a different coach. Benelli owns stoeger so I would think they are a good company. I have herd the condor has problems but you always hear alot of negative before the positive.
I have always wanted a stoeger coach but non of the firearm shops in my area have them so I will have to find a different coach. Benelli owns stoeger so I would think they are a good company. I have herd the condor has problems but you always hear alot of negative before the positive.
4INCHSMITH
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Stoeger coach guns are great! I use mine for rabbits/squirrels in dense brush and woods where the shorter barrel length really shines.
Also, Bruce Campbell uses one in Army of Darkness.
Also, Bruce Campbell uses one in Army of Darkness.
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They may have links on each others web pages. That's a marketing arrangement, not a declaration of ownership. It's my understanding Benelli (and BenelliUSA) have been owned by Pietro Beretta since early 2000. That same year Beretta also bought majority shares in Aldo Uberti.
Yes, BenelliUSA owns Stoeger. At least according to Stoeger.
http://www.stoegerindustries.com/information/stoeger_history.php
Sako owned Stoeger, Berreta acquired Sako....... Berreta then placed Stoeger under their Benelli brand. It's been there since 2000.
http://www.stoegerindustries.com/information/stoeger_history.php
Sako owned Stoeger, Berreta acquired Sako....... Berreta then placed Stoeger under their Benelli brand. It's been there since 2000.
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Thanks for the heads-up, TxGun. I've always thought of Stoeger as an importer, not a manufacturer. There's no reason a manufacturer can't own an import house.
"Sako owned Stoeger, Berreta acquired Sako....... Berreta then placed Stoeger under their Benelli brand."
It's getting too complicated, one day we may see Mossbergs in Remington boxes, or vice versa. Or, both of them in Beretta boxes.
"Sako owned Stoeger, Berreta acquired Sako....... Berreta then placed Stoeger under their Benelli brand."
It's getting too complicated, one day we may see Mossbergs in Remington boxes, or vice versa. Or, both of them in Beretta boxes.
oneounceload
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Zippy, don't forget FN - don't they already own Remington?
oneounceload
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my mistake:
Cerebus Capital Management, L.P. now owns Remington Arms Cerebus is a company best known for owning airlines (Air Canada), car rental companies (Alamo and National), a bus manufacturer (Bluebird), and banks and lending institutions in Germany, Israel and Japan became an instant player in the firearms industry.
With their acquisition of Bushmaster, Cerebus already was firmly ensconced in the "black rifle" industry. By acquiring Remington, they have a significant presence in every area of the firearms industry - except handguns.
Cerebus Capital Management, L.P. now owns Remington Arms Cerebus is a company best known for owning airlines (Air Canada), car rental companies (Alamo and National), a bus manufacturer (Bluebird), and banks and lending institutions in Germany, Israel and Japan became an instant player in the firearms industry.
With their acquisition of Bushmaster, Cerebus already was firmly ensconced in the "black rifle" industry. By acquiring Remington, they have a significant presence in every area of the firearms industry - except handguns.
Waterengineer
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OK, back to the original question. A short list to consider, on this list are American, English, Spanish, Turkish, Japanese and Belgian, you didn't give us much to start with, but here is a place to start:
1. L.C. Smith
2. Parker
3. Scott & Webley
4. Browning
5. AYA
6. Beretta
7. CSMC
8. S&W
9. Ithaca
10 SKB
1. L.C. Smith
2. Parker
3. Scott & Webley
4. Browning
5. AYA
6. Beretta
7. CSMC
8. S&W
9. Ithaca
10 SKB
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oneounceload
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WaterEngineer - good list, along with Grulla, Arrietta, etc.
However, if the OP is looking at the Remington SPR, I seriously doubt he is wanting to spend the money that most of those go for.
OP - While I personally, am not a big fan of Turkish guns, if you're talking about a little hunting now and again, I would consider that AyA first, (IF in good shape), then the CZ. If you're going to be getting into a ,lot of shooting, the WaterEngineer's list would have better choices
However, if the OP is looking at the Remington SPR, I seriously doubt he is wanting to spend the money that most of those go for.
OP - While I personally, am not a big fan of Turkish guns, if you're talking about a little hunting now and again, I would consider that AyA first, (IF in good shape), then the CZ. If you're going to be getting into a ,lot of shooting, the WaterEngineer's list would have better choices
RetiredLawman
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For the occasioanl hunter/shooter, the Stoeger Uplander is as good as it gets for economy.
oneounceload
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or David Mackay Brown, Purdey, Churchill and a slew of good ones from Birmingham.
Actually, some of the older 2-1/2" guns are priced very reasonably right now and are very light and responsive
Actually, some of the older 2-1/2" guns are priced very reasonably right now and are very light and responsive
Waterengineer
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Zippy/One Oz.:
I was trying to keep a "reasonable" list because I spied the OP was looking at the Remington SPR - so - yes - I agree about his "budget."
That is why I did not include McKay/Brown, Purdy, etc.......now if the OP says sky's the limit then.........do not pass go and do not collect $200....go straight to McKay/Brown.
One Oz, have you priced a Winny Model 21? WOW is all I can say. Model 23 is plain but more affordable.
A couple other makers more on the affordable end:
1. Marlin model 90
2. Franchi
3. Hunter Arms
In my area you can find reasonable condition, field grade Smiths, Parkers, Hunter Arms in the $1,300-$2,000 range........of course we would have to talk about the shells to use, but.............
I was trying to keep a "reasonable" list because I spied the OP was looking at the Remington SPR - so - yes - I agree about his "budget."
That is why I did not include McKay/Brown, Purdy, etc.......now if the OP says sky's the limit then.........do not pass go and do not collect $200....go straight to McKay/Brown.
One Oz, have you priced a Winny Model 21? WOW is all I can say. Model 23 is plain but more affordable.
A couple other makers more on the affordable end:
1. Marlin model 90
2. Franchi
3. Hunter Arms
In my area you can find reasonable condition, field grade Smiths, Parkers, Hunter Arms in the $1,300-$2,000 range........of course we would have to talk about the shells to use, but.............
oneounceload
Moderator
2-1/2" shells are readily available from Polywad and RST, and IIRC, you can get reloading supplies as well, so a nice old Parker, Smith, etc. COULD be in the OP's picture or realistic choices.
James R. Burke
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My wife has the Stoeger uplander. For the money it is a nice little shotgun. I myself like the o/u but that is just me. The wife no way she likes the SxS. The CZ is also nice. Alot will come down on what you want to spend.