Looking for a 16 gauge
I would like to purchase a 16 gauge shotgun, no preference for sxs, o/u, etc-just no single shot. But I would like a nice-for lack of a better word gun. I'd like higher quality wood and neat appearance. Any suggestions, of a certain kind to look for? I am not familiar with who all used to make them and I know there aren't that many that make them now. I appreciate the wisdom.[8D]
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Remington is making the 870 in 16 again. Can't beat it! 
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Ithaca is also making a 16 ga. pump again. I think they look nicer than the Remington's but also tend to be a little more expensive. Go to the next gun show in your area and you will probably find lots, from cheap well used guns to classics.
Pass on the tradition, teach a kid to shoot.0 -
IMHO, you simply CANNOT beat a good SXS for looks and class. New or used. I believe, though I am not absolutely sure, that EAA Baikal offers their double in 16ga. I have one of their guns and have handled others and am very impressed with the finish and quality for price.
"...hit your enemy in the belly, and kick him when he is down, and boil his prisoners in oil- if you take any- and torture his women and children. Then people will keep clear of you..." -Admiral of the Fleet Lord Fisher, speaking at the Hague Peace Conf0 -
The Ithaca is actually built on a 16 guage frame. The new Reminton is not, it is on the 12 guage frame.
Those hand fitted Ithaca pump guns are the smoothest pump ever made.
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Available 16ga. Citori Lightning O/U - NIB.
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If I may ask, why a 16 guage? I recently bought an older 870 16 guage, but that was because I have cases of 16 guage shells and needed something to shoot them with.
16 guage shells are hard to get in some areas, which is the reason the guy sold the shotgun to me. Between the more popular 20 and 12 ga shotguns and shells, you should be able to find something that fits your needs.
Not that I want to talk you out of anything, I am just curious.0 -
Heck if he does not have a 16 gauge, that should be reason enough.[}:)] Hey, I just realized I don't have a 16 gauge either... 0 -
There is a Lefever SxS 16 ga available. Exelent shape.
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Well my husband bought me a 12, my dad bought me a 20, I just ordered a 28, and have my eye on a nice 410, so I'd like to complete the run. 0 -
What about a 10 gauge? If you are looking to complete the run you surely need one. Or an 8, 24, 32, or any of the other oddball guns out there.
Seriously though, I think the 16 is far underrated. In most, though not all situations, it is as capable as a 12 ga. but better than 20. Lighter smaller and less recoil to boot.
Getting back to your original question, have you ruled out a used gun? A nice 16ga. double gun could be had for $2-$300 used at a gunshow if you aren't picky about maker. I have shot many clays with old Sears, Savage, Central, Montgomery Ward, and other cheap 16 ga. guns that dad used for rabbit hunting. All work fine and all shoot nicely out to the max range expectable from their chokes.
"...hit your enemy in the belly, and kick him when he is down, and boil his prisoners in oil- if you take any- and torture his women and children. Then people will keep clear of you..." -Admiral of the Fleet Lord Fisher, speaking at the Hague Peace Conf0 -
Hi,
Being new here, I 'hesitantly' suggest looking around for a used Browning Auto-5, sweet 16 (not knowing how commonly they're found). I haven't shot one in about 5 years, but it really is an excellent gun - and solid! I think it was one of John M. Browning's last designs/pat.s..
One produced at FN would round out the stable nicely! [:D]
Good luck,
Jim0
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