After much debate I have decided that I am going to get into deer hunting. Not sure if I will be able to get everything together to hunt this season or if it will be next year. I've been doing some research and wanted some friendly input on what would be a good starting shotgun. Part of my dilemma is that when I purchase one, if my girlfriend's oldest can stand to shoot it more than a couple times for practice, I will likely be finding her one as she wants to go very much.
I am on a fairly limited budget, especially since I may be buying two. I know that 12 ga is larger than 20 ga in terms of what the load can actually contain. It is my understanding that, all things being equal, the 12 would kick harder than the 20. I already plan to invest in limbsavers as I have heard good things about them. I know it is acceptable for the regulations in Indiana, but would a 20 be sufficient or do I really need to go 12?
I found this Mossberg 500 at Gander Mtn and I like the price point. I like that they also have a 20 for the same price, which may be a better option for the daughter.
What do you think? I want to support local businesses so I do plan on shopping around at some local shops to see if I can get the same, or close to, without spending too much more.
I am on a fairly limited budget, especially since I may be buying two. I know that 12 ga is larger than 20 ga in terms of what the load can actually contain. It is my understanding that, all things being equal, the 12 would kick harder than the 20. I already plan to invest in limbsavers as I have heard good things about them. I know it is acceptable for the regulations in Indiana, but would a 20 be sufficient or do I really need to go 12?
I found this Mossberg 500 at Gander Mtn and I like the price point. I like that they also have a 20 for the same price, which may be a better option for the daughter.
What do you think? I want to support local businesses so I do plan on shopping around at some local shops to see if I can get the same, or close to, without spending too much more.