Just getting started

**jaronoff** · February 7th, 2010, 09:46 PM

Hey All,
I'm just getting started in firearms and clay shooting. I went with some folks from church, and did really well. I guess hours of playing Call of Duty helps. haha.

Anyway, I'm looking into getting a 12 gauge over/under or a pump, not quite sure what would be better for clay shooting. I'm thinking a over/under might be better, per my friend's suggestion but i'm not quite sure.

Also, the Mrs. wants me to take a gun safety course, specifically a rifle/gun maintenance/cleaning class.... as I didn't really grow up with guns and don't really know what I'm doin'.

Any over/under beginner guns for under $600 would be great to hear about, also classes in the north hills, pittsburgh area.

Thanks!!
~Josh

**Lycanthrope** · February 7th, 2010, 09:57 PM

The over/under is preferred for clay games as you can tailor each choke to the shots.

The problem is that they are pricey. You'll see a lot of Brownings and Berettas in the clay games for a reason though.....

In the clay games stock fitting is very important, so if you are REALLY serious and don't want to buy twice you may consider something adjustable. That will, however, double your price range.

So.....go shoot some guns and find what works for you.

And look over here:

http://www.shotgunworld.com/bbs/index.php

Lycangoodluckthrope

**jaronoff** · February 7th, 2010, 10:27 PM

hmmm interesting. Ok. So, I have seen a competition Stoeger Condor, which is a little more than what I wanna spend. Hmm.. In terms of the things that are adjustable, what are we talking about? Sorry. I'm VERY new, and not sure about terms, etc. Are we talking about the stock of the gun?

**Lycanthrope** · February 7th, 2010, 10:29 PM

Yes, stock fitting is paramount.

Many people do quite well with box stock guns, but at the higher levels being able to tailor the stock fitting is key.

Lycanitain'tcheapthrope

**ar15jules** · February 7th, 2010, 11:06 PM

The really good news is that you can use almost ANY shotgun. Go more with your buds. People are more than willing to let you try out their gear. If you were just getting into golf, the most important thing is that you have a set of clubs that fits your body. You are more than likely to play just as good (or bad in my case) with a second hand set as you are with a brand new bag of what Tiger is using.
Jules

**Warpt762x39** · February 8th, 2010, 12:14 AM

Look into the Remington Spartan line of over/under shotguns. It's not a fine Italian model but I've heard some good things about them from the casual clay shooter.

http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/p...ducts_id/18688

**Wiley-X** · February 8th, 2010, 02:10 AM

I acquired a Lanber over and under shotgun for a friend. It used Remchokes, if memory serves, and was quite nice looking. He's had it for about eight years and hasn't complained yet.

Price then was about $450.