Beretta O/U vs. Franchi O/U vs. Browning O/U

ambiguous_0ne

September 07, 2002 16:42

I am looking at getting an O/U in about a year and decided to do some research now before i got it. I am curious in getting one of the three brands i listed in the subject, and was wondering if one specific brand was better than the other. I will be using the gun mainly for skeet and trap. Does anyone know of ANY differences in these brands as far as O/U shotguns go? Any information would be appriciated. thanks

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  ambiguous_0ne

  September 07, 2002 16:42

  I am looking at getting an O/U in about a year and decided to do some research now before i got it. I am curious in getting one of the three brands i listed in the subject, and was wondering if one specific brand was better than the other. I will be using the gun mainly for skeet and trap. Does anyone know of ANY differences in these brands as far as O/U shotguns go? Any information would be appriciated. thanks
  
  Pain heals, chicks dig scars, glory lasts forever.

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  redwood

  September 07, 2002 17:22

  Apples, Oranges Bannanas... I prefer Browning. One of my buddies at the skeet club shoots a Beretta and estimates he has put @50,000 rounds thru his gun. I would try all 3 if possible to see what you prefer. I'm not familar with Franchi but speaking for the other 2 you couldn't go wrong with either. i'd leave it to the 3 "F"'s - 1. Fit - how it fits you, although a competant gunsmith can help you with getting correct stock fit; 2. Feel - how it feels when you shoot it; and 3. Fondle - does it make you glad to look at it - in other words do you get the warm fuzzies holding it...(certainly the least important requirement but still worth considering). Also, if you do need stock work done make sure you get a smith who specializes in double gun work and knows how to correctly fit the gun to you. Happy hunting (for the gun!)

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  Alpine

  September 07, 2002 19:48

  I too am partial to Brownings. Brownings (new at least) are back bored and have chrome lined chambers. As stated fit is very important and will help you break those extra 2 or 3 clays.
  One method to determind fit is to close your eyes, put the gun up to your shoulder, and then open your eyes and see where the eye is in relation to the rib/beads.
  If you can visit your local trap range and see what is being used. Ask questions of the shooters, and ask if you may look at what they are using. Don't pick up someones gun without permission, and do not let personal jewerly come into contact with the gun. Common sense must prevail and some of these trap guns can cost $40,000 or more.
  
  "If you ain't got pictures, I wasn't there."
  
  Edited by - Alpine on 09/07/2002 23:50:14

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