Hey guys I know I ahve asked before and what not but I am looking to buy an “affordable” semi auto 400 to 700 or so…am leaning towards the 11-87 but just wondering what everyones input is on this and if those 4oo dollar semi autos are a waste of thought or not..thanks everyone
Love my 11-87 
No problems and it’s been through the swamp and back again! Doesn’t look good anymore but shoots great 
If only those ducks would get in front of the steel pellets a little more often 
Jon
Love my 11-87
No problems and it’s been through the swamp and back again! Doesn’t look good anymore but shoots great If only those ducks would get in front of the steel pellets a little more often
Jon
There is a Russian semi auto on the market called the Baikal mp-153 that is very reasonable (near $300) and very dependable. It also shoots 3 1/2 inch shells.
The only downside of this gun as I can see is it is somewhat heavy and the fit and finish is not very good. But for a duck gun it seems to be perfect.
There is a Russian semi auto on the market called the Baikal mp-153 that is very reasonable (near $300) and very dependable. It also shoots 3 1/2 inch shells.
The only downside of this gun as I can see is it is somewhat heavy and the fit and finish is not very good. But for a duck gun it seems to be perfect.
I have an 1100 thats pushing 40 years old and only had 1 minor problem with it. Shot many many pheasants and a bunch of deer with this gun and love it
I may know a guy that may be willing to part with his Benelli Super Black Eagle. if interested pm me and I’ll find out.
I have an 1100 thats pushing 40 years old and only had 1 minor problem with it. Shot many many pheasants and a bunch of deer with this gun and love it
I may know a guy that may be willing to part with his Benelli Super Black Eagle. if interested pm me and I’ll find out.
11-87 all the way they make other guns?
11-87 all the way they make other guns?
Watch for the last year closeouts! I just bought a Winchester Super X2 that was last years model in a 3.5 inch synthetic for $589. You can find many a nice gun in your price range if you are willing to buy a gun that is a year old new. I ask for them when I go to the gun counter because there not always going to sell you a gun that isn’t as much money. If you go to Reeds sporting goods web site they have lots of prices and info listed in their gun section. Good luck. Plenty of good guns out there in a auto that will fit your price range.
Watch for the last year closeouts! I just bought a Winchester Super X2 that was last years model in a 3.5 inch synthetic for $589. You can find many a nice gun in your price range if you are willing to buy a gun that is a year old new. I ask for them when I go to the gun counter because there not always going to sell you a gun that isn’t as much money. If you go to Reeds sporting goods web site they have lots of prices and info listed in their gun section. Good luck. Plenty of good guns out there in a auto that will fit your price range.
I’m with ya on ther super X2 3 1/2″ just picked one up this fall. Used a 1100 Rem. for years,still have the Berreta 391 that replaced my old Rem. But hands down like the X2 the best.
handles every thing from target loads for sporing clays to the big candles on the geese. Not quite as good of deal, but with the new rubberized stock for $650. 
I’m with ya on ther super X2 3 1/2″ just picked one up this fall. Used a 1100 Rem. for years,still have the Berreta 391 that replaced my old Rem. But hands down like the X2 the best.
handles every thing from target loads for sporing clays to the big candles on the geese. Not quite as good of deal, but with the new rubberized stock for $650.
Many IDA’ers shoot the X2, myself included. I have heard the X3 is lighter, and very nice as well!
Many IDA’ers shoot the X2, myself included. I have heard the X3 is lighter, and very nice as well!
Personally I love the Franchi’s have had one for about 7 years now and never had a problem even had it full of water once and it shot just fine.
Best shooting auto I ever had. I don’t like the 1100 because of the gas seal. 11-87 is an improvement but I have managed to get them to stop working. Franchi’s a working mans Benelli as far as the reliabilty goes. Plus on the 12’s they have an adjustable gas system that makes shooting simple light is for trap, heavy is for magnums up to 3 1/2’s.
Cannot say anything about the winchester X2’s never shot one.
I like them.
Just my 2 cents.
Personally I love the Franchi’s have had one for about 7 years now and never had a problem even had it full of water once and it shot just fine.
Best shooting auto I ever had. I don’t like the 1100 because of the gas seal. 11-87 is an improvement but I have managed to get them to stop working. Franchi’s a working mans Benelli as far as the reliabilty goes. Plus on the 12’s they have an adjustable gas system that makes shooting simple light is for trap, heavy is for magnums up to 3 1/2’s.
Cannot say anything about the winchester X2’s never shot one.
I like them.
Just my 2 cents.
Super X2 3 1/2, 24″ barrel. awesome. I had a trap shoot a while back and there were 12 guys shooting X2’s. No one had anything bad so say.
Super X2 3 1/2, 24″ barrel. awesome. I had a trap shoot a while back and there were 12 guys shooting X2’s. No one had anything bad so say.
it is looking like the x2 is where i am heading I think….i am int he air with 11-87 and x2 but think it is going to be the x2’s cause i found a dealer who is trying to sell off some of last years guns for cheap but can’t decide about the 3 1/2 or not i goose hunt a lot but my rotator cup is torn and needs surgery soon and the big boys really rattle it bad but man there fun lol
it is looking like the x2 is where i am heading I think….i am int he air with 11-87 and x2 but think it is going to be the x2’s cause i found a dealer who is trying to sell off some of last years guns for cheap but can’t decide about the 3 1/2 or not i goose hunt a lot but my rotator cup is torn and needs surgery soon and the big boys really rattle it bad but man there fun lol
Then get the 3 1/2! Seriously! The longer travel of the bolt makes trap and light hunting loads smooth as silk!
It is the nicest shooting gun I have ever owned, and that includes the Super Black Eagle!
Then get the 3 1/2! Seriously! The longer travel of the bolt makes trap and light hunting loads smooth as silk!
It is the nicest shooting gun I have ever owned, and that includes the Super Black Eagle!
well i picked her up last night and she is a beauty too…got the 3 1/2 and jumped 2 streams along the road on my way to work on the gravels and dropped a pair of drake woodies with the first 2 hots out of it and you guys were all correct she does shoot smooth!!! thanks for the advise guys 
well i picked her up last night and she is a beauty too…got the 3 1/2 and jumped 2 streams along the road on my way to work on the gravels and dropped a pair of drake woodies with the first 2 hots out of it and you guys were all correct she does shoot smooth!!! thanks for the advise guys
I just picked up a Super X2 just before the season started. I absolutely love it.
Josh
I just picked up a Super X2 just before the season started. I absolutely love it.
Josh
I HAVE NEVER SHOT ANYTHING SMOOTHER
I HAVE NEVER SHOT ANYTHING SMOOTHER
Nice choice with the X2. It has been a great gun for me.
Lars
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