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2005-2006 Top Duck Guns

Objective:

We set out to find the best duck guns based on price, functionality, durability and technology. We started by researching different duck hunting shotguns on our own and came to a conclusion. That conclusion was that we would be able to offer more information to our readers if we ask people what duck gun they have and why they do or don't like it. So we went to three different web sites that have a great reputation when it comes to knowledgeable water fowlers and we asked them what they would recommend. After reviewing all of the responses we picked the top 5 most positively reviewed ducks hunting guns and posted the reviews on them. We didn't try and hide or sugarcoat any of this. It is as it was written by the gun owners themselves. We did not pick any guns on our own we simply asked and then tallied the votes.

 

*NOTE- WE USE A DIFFERENT BALLOT SYSTEM THAN THE STATE OF FLORIDA DOES FOR PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS.

Contributing Web sites- Click logos to visit
North Dakota Duck Hunting
Nodakoutdoors is a web site dedicated to hunting and fishing in North Dakota. This web site has a phenomenal amount of information on duck hunting as well as geese hunting. We asked Nod ak and its member what they shot because they have proven to be an extremely educated group of water fowlers. Stop by and say hello they are a great group of guys.
Duck Central
A site dedicated to water fowlers all over the south. This site has a forum to ask questions and great articles for duck hunters. We asked and they told us what they though was a good duck gun. Make sure to stop by and say hello. True duck hunting specialists.
Shotgun World

The name says it all. This is the place to go if you want answers. This is a site dedicated to shot gunners. If you want to know where, why, and how, when it comes to shotguns you can come here. They have a very extensive forum where you can ask questions and more importantly get answers. THe amount of info here is endless. Stop by and check them out.

 

MOST RECOMMENDED DUCK GUNS:
Remington 870 Pump Shotgun

We received a huge amount of recommendations for this timeless classic. It has been around forever and will be around a lot longer. The number one reason people recommended this gun is for its ability to withstand some of the worst conditions out there. The remington 870 will continue to fire in almost any weather. This is considered the workhorse of shotguns. It had 3 times the number of votes than any other gun mentioned here. Enough said!

Please look below to read some of the comments by people who shoot this shotgun.

Remington 870 Reviews

USER REVIEW

Make:Remington
Model:870 Express
Action: Pump
Barrel Length: 28 inches
Chamber:3 inch
Finish:Matte
Notes:Ugly, ugly, ugly.... but pure function and reliability - it's almost 15 years old, and has seen PLENTY of use. Plus, a scratch or a ding doesn't give me a heart attack. I only use 3 inchers for geese - all my duck hunting is over decoys; mallards, scaup, and ringnecks with the occasional woody. 2-3/4 inch #2 steel with a mod choke works just fine.


USER REVIEW

Make: Remington
Model: 870 Express Super Mag
Action: Pump
Barrel Length: 26 inches
Chamber: 3.5 inches
Finish: Matte
Notes: A workhorse of a gun that has taken a beating and dealt out plenty in return. I have painted the whole gun to stop rust and also to give it a camo finish and I'm very happy with it. Has never jammed, although one time I had a small twig get inside the receiver while crawling on the ground and it got stuck behind the shell release. In five minutes I had it apart, fixed, and back together to finish my limit of ducks. Last season it got its first use as a paddle when my motor failed. It fits my definition of a duck gun perfectly: take all the abuse I throw at it and never miss a beat.


USER REVIEW

Make: Remington
Gun: 870 Express
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 26''
Finish matte wood and metal
Notes:Good reliable blue collar shotgun.

Beretta 391 Shotgun

This gun came highly recommended. It cycles very fast and is said to be very reliable. It was noted that this shotgun will shoot a variety of shell sizes without any problems. This gun was not one we thought would place in the top five, but the people have spoken and they said this shotgun is worth taking a look at.

Please look below to read some of the comments by people who shoot this shotgun.

Beretta 391 Series Reviews

USER REVIEW

Beretta 391 Urika trap
Mobile chokes and a set of Brileys
3"
Adjustable comb by Hollingsworth
wood stock
I did put a Gooey pad on it but the thing is a "dirt magnet"--went with a Kickezz.
Aftermarket gas piston
Mercury recoil reducer on forend cap


USER REVIEW

Make: Beretta
Model: AL391 Urika Optima Bore
Action: Autoloader
Barrel Length: 28 inches
Chamber: 3 inches
Finish: Blued, Wood Stock
Notes: I used this gun for Duck hunting this past weekend. It shoots as fast as I can pull the trigger and cycles reliably every time. It also stays remarkably clean. I use this gun for Trap and Skeet with the same results. It is a fantastic shotgun and is also very nice looking.


USER REVIEW

Beretta 391 urika field mobile choke
28",
3"
wood.

a great all round reliable gun, that fires all loads you can put into it
without a problem. Light and fast in swinging onto the target.
I love this gun!

Browning Citori Shotgun

This is the only over under that made the top 5. It is the Browning Citori. Despite its pretty face its owners are raving that it offers a lot more than just looks. This guns swings like no other and based on what we have heard it is a great choice for duck hunting this year. The only thing we ask is that you don't throw it in the bottom of your duck boat !

Please look below to read some of the comments by people who shoot this shotgun.

Browning Citori Reviews

USER REVIEW

Browing Citori Lightning 12 ga. 26":
- Fits me just right and feels great in my hands
- Fast and reliable, has never let me down
- Have never found a real need for a third shot
- Keeps hulls out of the muck for cleaner reloading
- Wish I had 28" or 30" barrels for waterfowl hunting


USER REVIEW

Browning Citori Special Trap, 30" barrels, ported, Krylon camo finish

For me, this one just seems to make birds fall out of the air wether my eyes are open or not! It's one of those guns that'll never go away.


USER REVIEW

Browning Citori
12 GA O/U
26" IC/MOD
3" Chambers
standard wood
The Fast Swinger on Fast Ducks especially close in Woodies:done a double there
Good Tight Browning Chokes
for when ya dont want but 2 rounds!
Just wish it came in synthetic stock

Benelli Super Black Eagle II

What could be better than the Super Black Eagle? The Super Black Eagle II. This gun is turning heads, and Benelli is the one responsible for all the attention. According to Benelli the NEW trademarked COMFORTTECH system reduces recoil up to 48% better than other competitive systems. We heard that this was a great gun and according to duck hunters that shoot this beast, it is all that it is cracked up to be.

Please look below to read some of the comments by people who shoot this shotgun.

Benelli Super Black Eagle II Reviews

USER REVIEW

Make: Benelli
Model: Super Black Eagle II
Action: Auto
Barrel Length: 28 in
Chamber: 3 1/2
Finish: Synthetic

Advantages: Not a Nova!...this gun works.

Disadvantages: Price


USER REVIEW

Benelli
Super Black Eagle
12 ga
Wood stock

Advantages:
*Lightweight
*Super fast shell ejection and reload
*2 3/4 to 3 1/2
*No problems in grime and cold
*Very easy dissasembly
*Inertia-recoil system is simple, yet very effective, and leads to a lot less problems

Disadvantages:
*Cost
*Recoil is harder because of light weight and inertia-recoil system


USER REVIEW

Benelli Super Black Eagle II:
- Just got it this year, and haven't hunted with it yet
- Points GREAT! Have high expectations for a good season!
- Can shoot 3.5" for Sandhill Cranes and Geese
- Love the new air touch stock. Think it will be great in the duck pond when hands are wet and slimy.

Browning BPS Stalker

Let us introduce you to the bottom fed bottom ejecting BPS stalker from Browning. This shotgun gets rid of those spent shells in a fashion that makes sense to any serious water fowler. Why worry about a spent round hitting your partner or seeing it out of your peripheral vision. This gun throws your empties straight down. This is a interesting concept but isn't the only reason to pick up one of these bad boys. It is a rugged machine made to shoot at any waterfowl you see fit. Enough people told us about this gun to make it into the number 5 spot !

Please look below to read some of the comments by people who shoot this shotgun.

Browning BPS Stalker Reviews

USER REVIEW

Make:Browning
Model:BPS Stalker
Action: Pump
Barrel Length: 28 inches
Chamber:3.5" 12 GA
Finish: Blued, synthetic stock
Notes: Reliable, flexible, dependable, ugly but a fine bad weather gun. Trulock Precision Hunter chokes. This one works for ducks, geese, crains and the occasional feral hog.


USER REVIEW

I got a BPS 3.5 inch in black, I think its called a Stalker. Pretty sweet gun, gotta keep it a little bit clean. Its a great duck gun. 26 inch barrel. When I go for geese, I slip on the Patternmaster choke and it does a real nice job of getting out there. Nice all around gun.


For more information and to see other guns that were voted for visit the other web sites mentioned above and look for a thread in their forums called "2004-05 duck gun selection"

 
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