Recommendations on 20 gauge over under

[KTEX]

What the title says.…it will be used for dove and riding around in the side by side 90% of the time, not sure what the other 10% is yet. I have a bunch of shot guns but the only over unders I have are a 12g Citori and 410 yildiz.

I want something light yet can take a beating. I don’t care if it gets knocked around and hope to add some character to it before I leave this world.

Thank you for your time.
CK

 

[Elkeater]

In the same boat. Need a dove and quail gun for running around in the rocks.

 

[sureshot375]

Beretta 686 silver pigeon. I think it’s the best value in that price range.

 

[Mekaniks]

Beretta 686 silver pigeon. I think it’s the best value in that price range.

Yes sir I agree ^^^^^^^^

 

[Mark Biggerstaff]

Good knock around 20ga over under. Weatherby Orion Matte finish.

 

[KTEX]

Beretta 686 silver pigeon. I think it’s the best value in that price range.

Lol, I didn’t mention a price range but that was actually the 1st one that I considered.

 

[Red Leg]

Any model with the 686 action will last longer than you will.

 

[KTEX]

Any model with the 686 action will last longer than you will.

Viagra may affect results but under normal situations you maybe right.

 

[dchum]

Lol, I didn’t mention a price range but that was actually the 1st one that I considered.

He’s meaning there are other options priced around the same of the Beretta O/U but that it is the best value for similar priced guns.

 

[BeeMaa]

As others have said the Beretta 686 is a solid choice.

Another good option would be the Browning 725, a major competitor to the 686. It's also offered in a pistol grip, Prince of Wales grip and straight English stock as well. Not to mention the many different grades available to suit your taste or needs. With you already owning a Citori, it could be a really good fit for you.

Above all I would say get the one that fits you properly and are comfortable with. Maybe see if a friend has one that you can shoot a round of clays with to try it out. Some clay ranges will also have both the 686 and 725 available for rent for a side-by-side comparison.

 

[Luvthunt]

Yes, the Beretta is hard to beat for reliability and price.

 

[slam8031]

All the guns mentioned above are fantastic! A cheaper option (approx 1/3) to ride around in the side by side and to get dusty and scratched and to use as a boat paddle would be the CZ Drake. Cerakoted barrels and wooden stock.

 

[FlowHamed18]

I recently bought a Browning 525 Game Tradition 20G and I am very happy with it.

Nice wood and pretty handy

 

[Bullthrower338]

Browning white lightning lightweight is growing on me. Been shooting a lot of skeet with it lately. Nice little gun that may end up as my grouse gun this year.