r/canadaguns • u/Western_Wish4280 • 16d ago

Buy recommendations Best 1st shotgun recommendation

Hi folks, its time to finally get my hands on my first shotgun.

I have been doing some research and with my knowledge on shotguns being soo little, i must admit i cant really decide on anything ive seen so far.

I mainly want one for "owning one" and maybe waterfowl hunting. Ive pretty much steered clear from shotgun after firing a 12ga slug on one of my coworker's shotty and was left traumatized xD.

Fairly new to shooting, been about 4 months with a PAL. Already got a ruger10/22, tikkat3x in 308win, and the type 56 sks. Must add a shotgun.

TLDR: looking for advice regarding a shotgun purchase. Brand,chambering and action type recommendations for a new shooter.

Thanks all!

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u/TimeNefariousness802 16d ago

I think it depends on what you plan on doing with it.

Don’t make my mistake and purchase a short barrel one if you want to go skeet shooting!

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u/Western_Wish4280 16d ago

Nope not going to go skeet shooting. The only range close by doesn't allow skeets and the one that does is 2 hours one way away xD. But mainly some range days and hunting waterfowl at season

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u/pie2899 16d ago

If you plan to really get into waterfowl I’d suggest at least a 26” barrel. If you’re just doing range days and maybe 1 or 2 hunts get whatever you find attractive.
For 26” and up shotguns sub $1000 I’d recommend the mossberg 500 or the Benelli Super Nova or the Winchester SXP. I’d stay away from most sub $1000 semi autos, few friends haven’t had goodluck, but this is my personal opinion.

If you can afford up to $2000
Winchester SX4 (I own this I love it eats anything)
Beretta 1301
Weatherby Element 2
Benelli Super Vinci

I’d also say get a 3” or 3.5” but don’t get stuck with a 2.75”. The pump is a classic sound but the semi is more convenient. Go with 12g for cost and ease of finding ammo.

Go in pick them up see how it feels. Find a budget.