OverUnder question

[u/Jadoo_21]

Hey fellow gun owners,

I’m looking for my first shotgun and I’m leaning towards an over-under. I’ll be using it for clay bashing.

Since I’m left-handed, I’ve found that over-unders are a great start for me, rather than semi-autos.

I don’t hunt, so this will be purely for clay shooting, target practice at the range, and other activities.

I’d love to know your recommendations for my first over-under. Ideally, I’m looking to spend between $1,000 and $1,500, either used or new.

I went to my closest Ramakko’s and saw a used Browning Citori with a 30-inch barrel. It’s in pretty good condition and they’re selling it for around $1,500 CAD plus taxes.

What do you think? Is that a good price? Also, when can I find private ads so I can compare different options?

Since this is my first gun, I don’t want to go over budget. Maybe I’ll stick with semi-autos or a different gauge in the future, but I’d love to hear your thoughts.

Thanks!

[u/waitwhatnothing]

Over unders are actually usually right handed. Shotgun stocks typically have cast, which mean the stock bends to one side to put the barrel more inline with your eye when you mount the gun. Every Turkish made and European made O/U I’ve looked at has been cast for a right handed shooter. Browning O/U shotguns are typically neutral though.  

[u/Jadoo_21 → u/waitwhatnothing]

Hmm thats interesting