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gunut · 09-07-2003, 11:39 AM

2 BPSs- both 12ga, one deer/turkey special other 28in invector field grade.

1 Ithaca 37- 12ga, my Dads old gun

13 Model 12s-
8 12ga[riot,field,duck,trap,ect]
1 16ga field,
4 20ga, 1 built up trap, 3 field grade.

cruiser348 · 09-10-2003, 03:38 PM

Have three Ithaca model 37's.
One 20 gauge made in 1947 that I got from my dad and he got from his dad.
One 12 gauge featherweight that I also got from my dad who bought it new.
One 16 gauge that I picked up recently at a pawn shop.

Wouldn't trade any of the three for any other pumpgun on the market today, but am now in the market for a new shotgun as it would be nice to atleast handle 3" shells if not 3.5" for waterfowl.

NRAJOE · 10-21-2003, 01:31 AM

2 Mossberg 500's
1 for badguys
1 for hunting

cruiser348 · 10-21-2003, 02:29 AM

Just added a Mossberg 835 to the stable. Donald and Daffy better run for cover.

Smallbore · 11-28-2003, 11:47 AM

I have a Browning BPS 12 ga and two Remington 870's (20 gauge and a .410). None of my shotguns are cream of the crop but then again all three see extensive hunting work and are perfect for that purpose.

plateshooter · 11-28-2003, 02:35 PM

I have a Winchester Defender that was marketed for a guard gun.
They came 2 in a box, and had a 26" cylinder bore barrel. I got it for $150.00 new and it is about a plain as they come. I had the barrel cut down to 19" and the muzzle threaded for Remington choke tubes. The smith welded a block under the bead on the end of the barrel and told me it will shoot low, try it and file the block down until it patterns correct for me. I did as he suggested and that gun shoots perfect for me. Seems I dont have to aim it, just point it and it connects. I use it in plate shoots, sporting clays, and for hunting before I quit. Best $150.00 I ever spent. I've had Remingtons, Stevens, Ithicas, Mossbergs, and Hi Standards pump guns, and found the 1300 works best for me.

vonotterskull · 12-03-2003, 10:14 AM

I've been wanting a good 12g for home defence. A few weeks ago at the gun show, I picked up a Win 1200 for $140. It was pre-chopped to just a hair under 19". Just want I wanted. A pack of '00 buck and I'm set.

frosty · 12-05-2003, 11:57 AM

Moss 500.............gravel or not its a shotgun.

Just to spray BB's at a bird, stray dog, intruder or whatever the case they all just about do the same job............spray BB's.

It works everytime I use it............period.

I am not going to spend over $180 for a shotgun......I never have and never will. I have taken many fowl and it still does the job.

Who cares anyway........well.......the guy with the most money into a shotgun is going to care only because he doesn't want to hurt his pretty gun with water and scratches.

stash247 · 12-06-2003, 09:22 PM

Guys, figger it out. The Ithaca 37 is still being built, as the 97. Wonder why? Could it be, that because they load and eject thru the same hole, there's one less to collect dirt?how 'bout, the emptys are between your feet, whether you shoot left or right?
Maybe it's 'cause they just work?
Less holes for the dirt to get in. Less parts to fail. Simple really IS BETTER!
I own a half dozen of these machines, all, at this point, at 181/2" barrel, with no plug, and serious as death, reliable.
I'm not a paranoiac, but against the possibility of a problem, at home, at the job, in transit, etc, they are all strategically located.
Tell me about a shotgun that works better!

45Smashemflat · 02-02-2004, 08:53 AM

I own several Mod 12's, a 42, a smattering of A5's or Rem Copies. What goes in the field with me is a Benelli Super 90 in matte black and plastic furniture - it works for skeet to turkeys no complaints. (Unless I'm feeling "old timey" then I carry a Fox I recently purchased.)

Stash is dead on on the 37 though - he even left out another convincing argument he dropped on me once - the 37 is ambidexterous as well as reliable - another plus...

danurve · 02-05-2004, 11:48 AM

Hydra Shok; You and I have the same shotgun. Mine came with the smoothbore, later added a vent-rib barrel from a 500 to my collection I use for Turkey. Nicknamed mine "ugmo". The friggin thing isn't much to look at but is dependable, makes a great foul weather gun.

Hydra Shok · 02-06-2004, 10:49 AM

Hey dan, welcome to TFF. Before I got my Maverick, I always borrowed my fathers Remington 1100 that I bet has only been shot about 10 times since it was bought in 1972. I "hated" to use it since it was in perfect condition, and I sure didn't want to skin it up. Guys at the camp would use their shotguns to push tree branches or bushes out of the way when walking thru a brushy area, I would hold my dad's behind me and take the tree branch slaps to the face when walking behind them. Synthetic is the way to go for me for a shotgun.

stash247 · 02-14-2004, 09:56 PM

Who stirred this sh*t up? As I have said before, there is but ONE serious, social, shotgun; It is the Ithaca37, in whatever rendition. It is ambidexterous, as it puts the emptys straight down, it is, by at least, my standards, flawless in function, and it is cheap, if one buys it (barely, usually), used.
Notwithstanding that my present avocation is wearing out motorcycle tires, I will gladly meet any, and all, at whatever venue, and bring a couple of examples, to demonstrate this point.
I don't deny that there are a bunch of great shotguns in the marketplace, but humbly submit, that when the sh*t gets deep, great is not BEST, nor even close, to good enough.
Hope this helps, Terry

Marlin · 02-21-2004, 10:12 AM

I left my Remington left-handed 870 Express with alaflyguy when I moved to Mississippi. No one else makes a left-handed model that I know of.

If I were to get another pump, I believe that I would opt for a Browning BPS with 28" barrel. Being left handed and it having bottom ejection, I think it'd fit my bill best. I'd like slightly better quality than the Remington express.

kingjoey · 02-27-2004, 06:04 PM

I've had my Mossy for about 10 years and haven't had any problems with it.

Smokin Guns · 02-27-2004, 06:16 PM

KJ, I like your mossy! I wish I had not let the S&W move on down the road after seeing this post...

kingjoey · 02-27-2004, 06:20 PM

SG- Where'd ya get the folder for the S&W? Is it the issued folder or is it aftermarket? I heard those were good shotguns but I never cared for the cheesy stocks that normally come with them. Maybe I might need to pick one up now

Smokin Guns · 02-27-2004, 07:12 PM

Quote:

Is it the issued folder or is it aftermarket?

KJ, It was the original folder...Manufactured by Howa for S&W...Law'd a'mercy...Wish I could undo my sins!...

Jay · 10-23-2004, 07:56 AM

The only shotgun I own is my Dad's old Winchester model 12 in 20 ga. I still have the leather covered hard case for it, and the original cleaning rod and mop. Mfg'd in 1948. It's in great shape, but hardly fired any more.

Country101 · 11-01-2004, 05:16 PM

I've got a Revalation 310A(same thing as the Mossberg 500) and wouldn't trade it for the world. It's rigged up with a 30" barrel and a full choke and will reach out and touch a duck, rabbit, or whatever else you put in front of it. It's big and no fun to carry on a long hike through buckshot mud, but well worth it when you get there.

Remington597 · 11-07-2004, 10:52 PM

I don't like pump shot guns at all, I prefer semi-auto. My favorite is the Remington 1100 12ga. in synthetic.

Marlin · 11-08-2004, 09:28 AM

I use my LH 1187 much more often, Remy.

I also agree that the 1100 is a superb gun. However, I was unable to get one LH years ago. My shotgun that was stolen with the rest of the collection years ago was an 1100 28" rib that had been modified to removable chokes.

I know whence you're coming.....

Remington597 · 11-08-2004, 12:10 PM

Marlin:
I am so sorry to hear about the theft of your collection, glad you're also a Remington 1100 fan.

Marlin · 11-08-2004, 01:54 PM

The new 1187 Premiere in 12 ga, LH, seems to cycle just a little more than a tad slower that the older 1100 did. Often it drives me crazy because of that.....

There are times when I wish I did have a good pump action since it would be faster than the semi, on doves, for starters. That's why I'd like to have the Browning BPS with the bottom ejection. Makes a fine gun for a southpaw.

Remington597 · 11-08-2004, 02:55 PM

Marlin
The 1100 is available for $425!!!,
G4E has em.
Here are the links.
http://www.guns4ever.com/productinfo...=0&startpage=1
http://www.guns4ever.com/Advancedsea...se&StartPage=1

View Poll Results: Which one do you have ?
Remington 870	126	33.96%
Mossberg 500/590	100	26.95%
Winchester 1200/1300	39	10.51%
other	106	28.57%
Voters: 371. You may not vote on this poll

09-07-2003, 11:39 AM	#26
gunut Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: SE Wisconsin Posts: 3	pumps pumps pumps 2 BPSs- both 12ga, one deer/turkey special other 28in invector field grade. 1 Ithaca 37- 12ga, my Dads old gun 13 Model 12s- 8 12ga[riot,field,duck,trap,ect] 1 16ga field, 4 20ga, 1 built up trap, 3 field grade.

10-21-2003, 01:31 AM	#28
NRAJOE V.I.P. Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Toledo,OH Posts: 199	2 Mossberg 500's 1 for badguys 1 for hunting __________________ U.S.Army 1976-79 237th Combat Engineer Battalion Wharton Barracks Heilbronn,Germany NRA Patron Life member

11-28-2003, 02:35 PM	#31
plateshooter Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Ohio Posts: 1	I have a Winchester Defender that was marketed for a guard gun. They came 2 in a box, and had a 26" cylinder bore barrel. I got it for $150.00 new and it is about a plain as they come. I had the barrel cut down to 19" and the muzzle threaded for Remington choke tubes. The smith welded a block under the bead on the end of the barrel and told me it will shoot low, try it and file the block down until it patterns correct for me. I did as he suggested and that gun shoots perfect for me. Seems I dont have to aim it, just point it and it connects. I use it in plate shoots, sporting clays, and for hunting before I quit. Best $150.00 I ever spent. I've had Remingtons, Stevens, Ithicas, Mossbergs, and Hi Standards pump guns, and found the 1300 works best for me. __________________ one shot, one plate

12-05-2003, 11:57 AM	#33
frosty V.I.P. Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Texas Posts: 374	Moss 500.............gravel or not its a shotgun. Just to spray BB's at a bird, stray dog, intruder or whatever the case they all just about do the same job............spray BB's. It works everytime I use it............period. I am not going to spend over $180 for a shotgun......I never have and never will. I have taken many fowl and it still does the job. Who cares anyway........well.......the guy with the most money into a shotgun is going to care only because he doesn't want to hurt his pretty gun with water and scratches. __________________ BEER POCKET BOOK ASSOCIATION OF TEXAS

09-10-2003, 03:38 PM	#27
cruiser348 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: southern Ohio Posts: 70	Have three Ithaca model 37's. One 20 gauge made in 1947 that I got from my dad and he got from his dad. One 12 gauge featherweight that I also got from my dad who bought it new. One 16 gauge that I picked up recently at a pawn shop. Wouldn't trade any of the three for any other pumpgun on the market today, but am now in the market for a new shotgun as it would be nice to atleast handle 3" shells if not 3.5" for waterfowl.

10-21-2003, 02:29 AM	#29
cruiser348 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: southern Ohio Posts: 70	Just added a Mossberg 835 to the stable. Donald and Daffy better run for cover.

11-28-2003, 11:47 AM	#30
Smallbore Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Ohio Posts: 42	I have a Browning BPS 12 ga and two Remington 870's (20 gauge and a .410). None of my shotguns are cream of the crop but then again all three see extensive hunting work and are perfect for that purpose.

12-03-2003, 10:14 AM	#32
vonotterskull V.I.P. Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Texas Posts: 86	I've been wanting a good 12g for home defence. A few weeks ago at the gun show, I picked up a Win 1200 for $140. It was pre-chopped to just a hair under 19". Just want I wanted. A pack of '00 buck and I'm set.

12-06-2003, 09:22 PM	#34
stash247 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Texas Posts: 2,815	Guys, figger it out. The Ithaca 37 is still being built, as the 97. Wonder why? Could it be, that because they load and eject thru the same hole, there's one less to collect dirt?how 'bout, the emptys are between your feet, whether you shoot left or right? Maybe it's 'cause they just work? Less holes for the dirt to get in. Less parts to fail. Simple really IS BETTER! I own a half dozen of these machines, all, at this point, at 181/2" barrel, with no plug, and serious as death, reliable. I'm not a paranoiac, but against the possibility of a problem, at home, at the job, in transit, etc, they are all strategically located. Tell me about a shotgun that works better! __________________ Don't start no s**t and there won't be none, Terry

02-02-2004, 08:53 AM	#35
45Smashemflat Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 1,494	I own several Mod 12's, a 42, a smattering of A5's or Rem Copies. What goes in the field with me is a Benelli Super 90 in matte black and plastic furniture - it works for skeet to turkeys no complaints. (Unless I'm feeling "old timey" then I carry a Fox I recently purchased.) Stash is dead on on the 37 though - he even left out another convincing argument he dropped on me once - the 37 is ambidexterous as well as reliable - another plus...

02-05-2004, 11:48 AM	#36
danurve V.I.P. Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Syracuse (central) NY Posts: 195	Hydra Shok; You and I have the same shotgun. Mine came with the smoothbore, later added a vent-rib barrel from a 500 to my collection I use for Turkey. Nicknamed mine "ugmo". The friggin thing isn't much to look at but is dependable, makes a great foul weather gun. __________________ huntNY.US In Memory of Ronald Reagan 1911 - 2004 Success is a well placed shot, don't screw it up.

02-06-2004, 10:49 AM	#37
Hydra Shok Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Chasing my Seven Year Old Posts: 724	Hey dan, welcome to TFF. Before I got my Maverick, I always borrowed my fathers Remington 1100 that I bet has only been shot about 10 times since it was bought in 1972. I "hated" to use it since it was in perfect condition, and I sure didn't want to skin it up. Guys at the camp would use their shotguns to push tree branches or bushes out of the way when walking thru a brushy area, I would hold my dad's behind me and take the tree branch slaps to the face when walking behind them. Synthetic is the way to go for me for a shotgun. __________________ If you can't impress them with intelligence, baffle them with BS American by birth, Southern by the grace of God Do unto others before they do unto you "Most importantly, when the time comes to pull the trigger, shoot to kill." ~ Robert H. Boatman Glock 17, 19, 26 Kel Tec 3AT

02-14-2004, 09:56 PM	#38
stash247 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Texas Posts: 2,815	Who stirred this sht up? As I have said before, there is but ONE serious, social, shotgun; It is the Ithaca37, in whatever rendition. It is ambidexterous, as it puts the emptys straight down, it is, by at least, my standards, flawless in function, and it is cheap, if one buys it (barely, usually), used. Notwithstanding that my present avocation is wearing out motorcycle tires, I will gladly meet any, and all, at whatever venue, and bring a couple of examples, to demonstrate this point. I don't deny that there are a bunch of great shotguns in the marketplace, but humbly submit, that when the sht gets deep, great is not BEST, nor even close, to good enough. Hope this helps, Terry __________________ Don't start no s**t and there won't be none, Terry

02-21-2004, 10:12 AM	#39
Marlin TFF Admin Staff Chief Counselor Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: At SouthernMoss' side forever! Contributor Posts: 13,853	I left my Remington left-handed 870 Express with alaflyguy when I moved to Mississippi. No one else makes a left-handed model that I know of. If I were to get another pump, I believe that I would opt for a Browning BPS with 28" barrel. Being left handed and it having bottom ejection, I think it'd fit my bill best. I'd like slightly better quality than the Remington express. __________________ *The flag represents a living country and is itself considered a living thing.* *The only criminal class native to the United States is Congress.*

02-27-2004, 06:04 PM	#40
kingjoey V.I.P. Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: AZ Posts: 290	I've had my Mossy for about 10 years and haven't had any problems with it.

02-27-2004, 06:16 PM	#41
Smokin Guns Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: "Gun Culture Members Clubhouse"... Posts: 4,463	KJ, I like your mossy! I wish I had not let the S&W move on down the road after seeing this post... Attached Images __________________

02-27-2004, 06:20 PM	#42
kingjoey V.I.P. Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: AZ Posts: 290	SG- Where'd ya get the folder for the S&W? Is it the issued folder or is it aftermarket? I heard those were good shotguns but I never cared for the cheesy stocks that normally come with them. Maybe I might need to pick one up now

10-23-2004, 07:56 AM	#44
Jay Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Indiana Posts: 1,286	Re: What pump shotgun do you have ? The only shotgun I own is my Dad's old Winchester model 12 in 20 ga. I still have the leather covered hard case for it, and the original cleaning rod and mop. Mfg'd in 1948. It's in great shape, but hardly fired any more. __________________ "For those who fought for it, freedom has a flavor the protected cannot taste." "USMC 8652, 2531, RVN Jun '67, - May 69"

11-01-2004, 05:16 PM	#45
Country101 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Dardanelle, AR Contributor Posts: 2,029	Re: What pump shotgun do you have ? I've got a Revalation 310A(same thing as the Mossberg 500) and wouldn't trade it for the world. It's rigged up with a 30" barrel and a full choke and will reach out and touch a duck, rabbit, or whatever else you put in front of it. It's big and no fun to carry on a long hike through buckshot mud, but well worth it when you get there. __________________ Gainfully employed= shooting somebody elses bullets and getting paid for it Country101

11-07-2004, 10:52 PM	#46
Remington597 Former Guest Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 3,201	Re: What pump shotgun do you have ? I don't like pump shot guns at all, I prefer semi-auto. My favorite is the Remington 1100 12ga. in synthetic.

11-08-2004, 09:28 AM	#47
Marlin TFF Admin Staff Chief Counselor Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: At SouthernMoss' side forever! Contributor Posts: 13,853	Re: What pump shotgun do you have ? I use my LH 1187 much more often, Remy. I also agree that the 1100 is a superb gun. However, I was unable to get one LH years ago. My shotgun that was stolen with the rest of the collection years ago was an 1100 28" rib that had been modified to removable chokes. I know whence you're coming..... __________________ *The flag represents a living country and is itself considered a living thing.* *The only criminal class native to the United States is Congress.*

11-08-2004, 12:10 PM	#48
Remington597 Former Guest Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 3,201	Re: What pump shotgun do you have ? Marlin: I am so sorry to hear about the theft of your collection, glad you're also a Remington 1100 fan.

11-08-2004, 01:54 PM	#49
Marlin TFF Admin Staff Chief Counselor Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: At SouthernMoss' side forever! Contributor Posts: 13,853	Re: What pump shotgun do you have ? The new 1187 Premiere in 12 ga, LH, seems to cycle just a little more than a tad slower that the older 1100 did. Often it drives me crazy because of that..... There are times when I wish I did have a good pump action since it would be faster than the semi, on doves, for starters. That's why I'd like to have the Browning BPS with the bottom ejection. Makes a fine gun for a southpaw. __________________ *The flag represents a living country and is itself considered a living thing.* *The only criminal class native to the United States is Congress.*

11-08-2004, 02:55 PM	#50
Remington597 Former Guest Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 3,201	Re: What pump shotgun do you have ? Marlin The 1100 is available for $425!!!, G4E has em. Here are the links. http://www.guns4ever.com/productinfo...=0&startpage=1 http://www.guns4ever.com/Advancedsea...se&StartPage=1