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/Jonesy_of_Nostromo 16d ago edited 16d ago

For waterfowl the Remington 887.

That’s what I bought when I would go out on the boat in the Atlantic. Whole things polymer coated except the breach so it doesn’t rust.

Put an ultra closed choke on it and a 3-1/2” shell, can take a turr out before you even see it. Might not be much left of it, but it’s an experience for sure.