Hi all. After shooting a Silver Pigeon last week I want a new O/U and understand the argument of paying for a better one. I have a Browning BPS that is the only pump gun besides my dad's old Sears 21 that fits me properly. I have heard it said go to a match and try some peoples' out. I have never been to a shotgun match and don't know if I feel comfortable doing that. I have an LGS here where I was able to shoulder many shotguns last night. I tried Citori 725 Sporting Hi and regular rib, Browning Cynergy Sporting, Beretta Silver Pigeon, Benelli etc.
The two that fit me the best were the Hi Rib and reg Citori Sportings. It also seems that I really don't need an adjustable stock as both fit very well albeit the hi rib a little more naturally but only slightly. I have been told the Hi Rib can be an advantage in Trap, but that's about it. I liked the Silver Pigeon too, but like the weight of the Brownings more.
I have rarely bought a gun with the try it first idea. I did shoot a Silver Pigeon last week, but never a Browing O/U. That was the first with an O/u. I think I would be perfectly happy with the 725 Sporting reg rib at this time after looking around. I may or may not get into the Clay games with it and will probably dove hunt with it, but I still have my BPS for that. Seems like a great all around O/U which ever way I decide to go. One thing I know, I sure want one.
Should I really try some or is the fact that I have the opportunity to shoulder quite a few good enough?
The two that fit me the best were the Hi Rib and reg Citori Sportings. It also seems that I really don't need an adjustable stock as both fit very well albeit the hi rib a little more naturally but only slightly. I have been told the Hi Rib can be an advantage in Trap, but that's about it. I liked the Silver Pigeon too, but like the weight of the Brownings more.
I have rarely bought a gun with the try it first idea. I did shoot a Silver Pigeon last week, but never a Browing O/U. That was the first with an O/u. I think I would be perfectly happy with the 725 Sporting reg rib at this time after looking around. I may or may not get into the Clay games with it and will probably dove hunt with it, but I still have my BPS for that. Seems like a great all around O/U which ever way I decide to go. One thing I know, I sure want one.
Should I really try some or is the fact that I have the opportunity to shoulder quite a few good enough?