r/canadaguns • u/YDpr99 • Jun 16 '26
Feets / Collection / My build First purchase Beretta A300
Got my pal two weeks ago and after doing a lot of research for a semi auto 12g I landed between this or the SX4. But due to the sale going on and overall fit of the gun I decided on the beretta A300!
One of my buddies gave me a lot of shit for buying this since he feels it’s the “Ferrari of guns” but I thought for the price point it was worth the purchase.
Question is where the heck can I actually go and shoot this now? I live just north of Toronto and want to get some target practice in.
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u/federoni Jun 16 '26
Beautiful gun. Just got a benelli pump myself.
Also looking for places to shoot at. Got Ihunter pro .Let's go shooting! pm me.
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u/SleazyGreasyCola Jun 16 '26
This gun is great, don't listen to the haters. I have a 400 and its the best shotgun I've ever owned.
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u/YDpr99 Jun 17 '26
So happy to hear this! I heard some reviews online have some warranty issues but the videos were also 3-4 years old so I had some concerns but I’m
Hoping I love this thing so far just the feel is amazing super excited to go shooting1
u/SleazyGreasyCola Jun 20 '26
Yea man you'll love it. I upgraded from a Remington 870 and the A400 feels so much easier it's like cheating, even when shooting 3.5" shells I can go all day and not have a sore arm.
The only thing I would recommend is when you first take it out start with a box or two of heavier 3" loads if you can to work it in a bit. I tried with 2 3/4 target loads the first time and had a couple issues feeding but haven't had any problems since then and I've taken it through bush, water and mud, trap shooting, indoor ranges etc. over the years.
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u/Ok-Community-3922 Jun 16 '26
Maybe the ‘Lexus’ or ‘Acura’ of the shotgun world but excellent first buy. Quality over quantity is always a good mantra in this hobby. Do it long enough and you’ll probably end up with 10+ guns that you’ll shoot regularly vice 30 or 40 that you haven’t touched in years.
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u/Astro_Addict Jun 16 '26
Your best bet for shooting would be going a couple hours north and finding some crown land. All the ranges in and around Toronto and the GTA are small and require membership. Membership wait lists are multiple years in length now, and that will only get you access to a 50yd indoor range. I don't bother with memberships now, I just go north every month or 2 for some crown land camping and shooting
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u/iatekane Jun 16 '26
I’m not from that area but are there any shotgun only ranges for trap/skeet/sporting clays in the GTA?
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u/Astro_Addict Jun 16 '26
I know Hamilton/Burlington has one, but I'm not sure about closer to Toronto. I'm sure the east side, Pickering/Ajax area, has at least one or two as well
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u/houleskis Jun 16 '26 edited Jun 19 '26
There are:
-Uxbridge Clays - accepting members-Oshawa Clays and Target - accepts new members only 1x per year in November and you’re not guaranteed to be accepted + need an existing member to vouch for you
-Hamilton Gun Club: accepting members
-Toronto International (Barrie) - I’ve heard there is currently a waitlist but haven’t checked myself (edit: per OP below, it appears you may be able to shoot at Barrie as a non member without being accompanied by a member unlike many other clubs which is contrary to their we site. Edit 2: nope. OP was mistaken. Members and guests only.)
-Sharon Gun Club - from what I understand, shares come up frequently but ofc it’s the most expensive option on here
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u/federoni Jun 17 '26 edited Jun 18 '26
Pretty sure you can just walk in as guest in Toronto international and pay for non-member tokens right there at the counter (around $9.00 to $10.00 per token). First come first serve (1 token = 1 round of 25 targets).
Edit: nope
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u/houleskis Jun 18 '26 edited Jun 18 '26
Ah TIL. TYVM. You can shoot without being accompanied by an existing member?
Edit: their website says that it’s only open to members and guests
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u/AggressiveCommand997 Jun 16 '26
What’s the mag capacity on A300?!
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u/Spydude84 Jun 16 '26
3+1 on the non-tactical base model. At least in terms of 2.75" shells. After you remove the plug.
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u/csgonoob0 Jun 16 '26
Silverdale but you’ll have to wait until next year’s membership round. Bit further of a drive but it’s deff worth it imo over a tiny indoor range for similar $$.
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u/Reighzy Jun 16 '26
I don't live nearby so I can't give you suggestions there.
But the A300 is a truly awesome gun and I'm definitely glad you picked that option. It's often touted as the best gun of its kind for this price point! My father has the same one and he cherishes it like no other.
To practise, I suggest finding a range that has skeet, trap and five stand (or even sporting clays) and trying it all. They're all different and work on different movements/skills. There is a lot that goes into pointing a shotgun and leading targets. You will be awful first starting out, but quickly get better as your learn the techniques. Suggest watching YouTube videos on mounting and pointing!