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Post by JerzeyHunter on Nov 27, 2006 14:09:25 GMT -5
Alright guys, I need some info on what i should get for a beginner, as far as bows and guns. What do you use, and remember, I'm learning, so don't get all technical on me. I did take a few rounds on my cousin Mike's 12 gauge, set up for duck hunting only. Didn't get to shoot when it was set up for deer. I'm curious what people on here use. Thanks in advance, Tom
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Post by JerzeyHunter on Nov 28, 2006 10:40:21 GMT -5
Ok, someone give me a hand here. Just start me in a good direction, thats all i ask.
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Post by BuckMaster on Nov 28, 2006 10:47:40 GMT -5
Well let me start by telling you that I have a Remington 870 express pump with special barrel for deer hunting. It is the best shotgun I have ever used. 100yd shots NO PROBLEM! It's got a deer hunting scope on it with minimal magnification. Just get yourself a good quality gun (pump or auto) your pref. Add a good scope on it and practice. You should be good to go after that.
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Post by THE DEER HUNTER on Nov 28, 2006 11:17:27 GMT -5
That's what Mike uses too. The 870 is a pretty inexpensive gun & pretty reliable as well. You can get 2 barrells for it, then it can be used for both deer and ducks. For deer, I would get a fully rifled barrell with a scope mount, and for ducks, a 28 inch barrell with interchangable chokes.
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Post by mdbowhuntr on Nov 28, 2006 12:20:38 GMT -5
I agree, the basic set up is the common thread, rifled barrel, scope, 28" barrel w/choke tubes, then practice, practice, practice. The only thing I can add is a shout out for the Benelli Nova. I've been shooting one for about 3 years now, everything from sporting clays/skeet/trap to waterfowl to turkeys, I LOVE IT!!! and the basic black/black gun is quite affordable.
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Post by BIG FOX on Nov 28, 2006 12:25:52 GMT -5
that is a great starter gun for a beginner. You can get the Remington Express Mag in 12 gauge and it will shoot 3 1/2 inch shells if you ever want to do goose hunting and like everyone else said get the fully rifled barrel for deer hunting. also check your state laws in Jersey, i am not sure but you may be able to rifle hunt there. if not the remington is a nice gun..
i shoot a benelli nova for ducks and i have the most accurate slug gun on the market, the H&R ultra mag bull barrel single shot for deer. it is awesome and what a great deer gun.
mostly it is what you are comfortable with. come down to MD and we can all get together and you can shoot a bunch of different guns and find the one you like the best. a big portion of it is what YOU like and are comfortable with. getting advice from others is nice and a good start but nothing takes the place of going out and shooting a couple different guns to find one that fits you.
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Post by BIG FOX on Nov 28, 2006 12:26:34 GMT -5
couldn't agree more MDBOWHUNTR
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Post by THE DEER HUNTER on Nov 28, 2006 12:31:07 GMT -5
The Benelli Nova is also a great gun that is fairly inexpensive. I personally shoot a Benelli, but an autoloader, and those can get expensive. I just can't ever remember to pump the gun - guess it's because I was taught to shoot with an 1100.
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Post by mdbowhuntr on Nov 28, 2006 12:35:02 GMT -5
I couldn't agree more on finding a gun that fits. My other shotgun is an older Stoeger 12 ga. side x side. It ain't pretty by any means but I've dropped ducks stone cold dead at 60 yds. I wouldn't trade that gun for anything!!
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Post by BIG FOX on Nov 28, 2006 12:47:18 GMT -5
yeah that is my problem or as my wife would say my "SICKNESS", i can't trade sell or get rid of any gun. i am to much of a pack rat i guess. but there are so many memories with each one.. i guess it is kind of a sickness, but if you have to be sick it anit a bad way to go...
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Post by THE DEER HUNTER on Nov 28, 2006 12:48:30 GMT -5
Not a sickness - I do the same thing. Once I buy it, it's mine until I am gone!
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Post by BIG FOX on Nov 28, 2006 12:50:17 GMT -5
that is why we get along so well.....
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Post by JerzeyHunter on Nov 28, 2006 13:18:20 GMT -5
Wow, this is what I'm talking about. I appreciate all your info guys. I guess there is no better way then to shoot a couple rounds to get the feel of a good shotgun. Thank you very much. Now, what about you bow hunters, what does it mean with like poundage and lengths or whatever. I don't know what that stuff means when I look them up. Thanks again.
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Post by THE DEER HUNTER on Nov 28, 2006 13:25:42 GMT -5
You would probably be a 28 or 29 inch draw & would shoot a bow in the 60 to 70 pound range. Before you actually buy a bow, you should get measured by a professional. It is important to have a bow that is the correct draw length for your frame. Shooting would be the best thing. Next time you come down, let me know and I can have 10 or more different shotguns for you to shoot.
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Post by BIG FOX on Nov 28, 2006 13:39:18 GMT -5
true dat
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