Hi All,

I'm new to following the shotgun forum, and I'm sure that this has been covered, but I'm looking for a recommendation for a versatile shotgun. I'm more of a rifle guy, but I see myself using the gun for upland hunting, turkey hunting, and maybe waterfowl hunting. Truth be told, I've never been turkey or waterfowl hunting, but I will be turkey hunting in the near future and want the capability to hunt waterfowl if the opportunity arises. If I had to give a breakdown of time invested in each type of hunting it would probably go something like 60% upland hunting (grouse in my area), 30% turkey hunting, and 10% waterfowl. Of course in reality most of my shooting will take place at the range, but that should give an idea of my hunting interests.

I'm open to suggestions with regard to action type, gauge, manufacturer, barrel length(s), etc. Although I have done a bit of shotgunning, I'm trying to wipe the slate clean to some degree and start over with recommendations from those with more knowledge on the subject than myself.

Thanks,
Bob

Bob: Find a Remington 870 pump shotgun in 12 gauge (with choke tubes). Parts, extra barrels, accessories, etc. are plentiful and inexpensive. Plus, you have not invested lots of dough in a firearm you might not use much. I like a 28" barrel for waterfowl and a 26" barrel for upland hunting. Never have hunted turkey with mine, but there are specialized barrels out there for gobbler hunting. Take care of it and it will outlast your grandkids.

I think that the best all-around value for the money and most versatile is the Beretta 391 semi-auto....you can get extra barrels, the stocks are adjustable, they come with screw in chokes, etc etc plus they are very soft shooting and easy to keep clean.