r/canadaguns • u/Roofincold • May 30 '26
Buy recommendations First gun
Got my pal a few months ago and I’ve been scared to buy my first gun, then finally at a Canadian tire, a very nice dude spent some time and went over a bunch of them with me.
I want to get a Mossberg 590A1 Compact, out of all of them it felt natural and very nicely balanced.
I am planning a trip to the range (never owned a gun, shot one or been close to them other than gaming ).
Anyone have any inputs about it ? I am going to be 3-4 times a year at the range and then going hunting. I am not crazy into guns, but wanted something decent and based on the seller this is the best bang for my buck.
Thank you!
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u/Omega_Shaman May 30 '26 edited May 30 '26
Mossberg Maverick 88 12 gauge field and security combo is the best bang for your buck for a shotgun. Only $400 and you can use it for slugs, clays, birds you name it.
If hunting, I would suggest a cerakoted (eg Ruger American Gen 2) or stainless (eg Tikka) 308 bolt action. If you want a semi automatic, you can pick up used Browning BAR 30-06s for $850 at Intersurplus. If money isnt an issue and you want a semi automatic then I would pick up one of the Browning BAR ovix.
Then pick up a 22lr in an action similar to your hunting rifle for cheap trigger practice. I recommend a Ruger 10/22 for semi and a Savage MkII FV for bolt.
The biggest thing you'll find is that the length of pull of different firearms will determine how comfortable they sit against your shoulder. Try different lengths of pull to see what fits best. Keep in mind that you can buy aftermarket stocks to adjust this like the Magpul SGA for the Mossberg or the MDT Field Stock but these can add weight. For a hunting rifle you are going to want something as light as possible.