Arkansas Boy Posted March 24, 2009 Report Share Posted March 24, 2009 going to get one of these two guns for turkey season..... what say ye? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lil hunter Posted March 24, 2009 Report Share Posted March 24, 2009 I have an 870 wingmaster 20 gauge, and a Benelli Nova 3 1/2" 12 gauge. My favorite shotgun that I own is the wingmaster, however, if I was just buying a new gun for turkey hunting I'd get the Nova. I've heard too much bad about the 870 supermags, especially the express models. 870 wingmasters are great, but they have a pretty shiny finish. I don't know, but some say that shine can flare birds. Get a nova in camo, put a nice choke on it and go kill some birds! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkansas Boy Posted March 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2009 I have an 870 wingmaster 20 gauge, and a Benelli Nova 3 1/2" 12 gauge. My favorite shotgun that I own is the wingmaster, however, if I was just buying a new gun for turkey hunting I'd get the Nova. I've heard too much bad about the 870 supermags, especially the express models. 870 wingmasters are great, but they have a pretty shiny finish. I don't know, but some say that shine can flare birds. Get a nova in camo, put a nice choke on it and go kill some birds! that's how i am leaning right now. Doubt I will spend the extra 100 bucks for the camo. I like it, but am looking to spend under $400 because I am getting a new bow too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jesse8953 Posted March 25, 2009 Report Share Posted March 25, 2009 (edited) I would go with the 870 supermag. I love mine:) I got the sp thumbhole mossy oak obsession camo. Came with a extra full turkey choke.45 yards and I still have a great pattern. Stepson bought a express supermag thumbhole mossy oak breakup camo ,shoots as well as mine but does not have fiber optic rifle sights like mine.He got his from gunbroker.com for $350 and $20 shipping $25 gun transfer fee.$395 out the door! Ray tanner was the seller out of jamison pa. I also have a 870 express supermag with the fall flight camo for duck & goose hunting. Never had any problems with it, even in 10 degree weather:eek: Hard to beat a 870 in my opinion. On the other hand opinions are like armpitts. Everyone has them and some may stink:rolleyes: Go to a gun shop and see what fits you the best:D Like to hear about the problems that lillhunter has heard about! None of my 8 friends that has the 870 supermag,nor the 6 friends that have the express modles have ever had any problems! Edited March 25, 2009 by jesse8953 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terry264 Posted March 25, 2009 Report Share Posted March 25, 2009 Why not be one of the first to get the new Rem. 887 nitromag pump, msrp is 399. http://www.remington.com/products/firearms/shotguns/model_887/model_887.asp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbHunterNY Posted March 25, 2009 Report Share Posted March 25, 2009 (edited) Why not be one of the first to get the new Rem. 887 nitromag pump, msrp is 399. http://www.remington.com/products/firearms/shotguns/model_887/model_887.asp yea i was thinking about this as well. it's weather resistant and can take a 3 1/2" if someday you feel like you're made of steel. in the end i went with the benelli supernova, because it gave me all the features i wanted. the 887 is a good choice if you don't plan on buying a slug barrel down the road. if you don't want camo too then it is cheaper. - Dan Edited March 25, 2009 by dbHunterNY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkansas Boy Posted March 25, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2009 yea i was thinking about this as well. it's weather resistant and can take a 3 1/2" if someday you feel like you're made of steel. in the end i went with the benelli supernova, because it gave me all the features i wanted. the 887 is a good choice if you don't plan on buying a slug barrel down the road. if you don't want camo too then it is cheaper. - Dan no need for a slug barrel. That's for those illinois guys with no rifle season . This gun will be used for turkey and dove, and perhaps ducks if i ever get the time/money Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluelund79 Posted March 25, 2009 Report Share Posted March 25, 2009 It all comes down to personal fit-I bought the 870 SuperMag because Remington shotguns fit me best. I trried to shoulder the Benelli pump, but it didn't fit all that great for me. Reading different views online-you will hear horror stories on both guns. However, any firearms that are properly maintained should be good for a very long time. If you have problems, both companies have excellent customer service...Down to the nitty gritty-if you are planning on buying both a new bow and shotgun-wait for one and get the best you can of one of them, you;ll be less apt to resent either purchase if you skimp. I know all about being short on funds these days, but if you save for each, it won;t be as bad. Eric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbHunterNY Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 It all comes down to personal fit-I bought the 870 SuperMag because Remington shotguns fit me best. I trried to shoulder the Benelli pump, but it didn't fit all that great for me... I was actually surprised my Benelli Supernova came with shims to adjust drop of comb and length of pull. You are right though every gun fits different. I was lucky the one I wanted fit perfect. Close my eyes, shoulder, and when I open them the sights are there and the is barrel level. - Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 The 870 has more aftermarket parts available than the nova. BTW, that also gives it an advantage over the new 887. The 870 also tends to be more flexible with different shells to throw a nice even pattern. You can get a Mossberg 835 in that price range and those guns sure throw some impressive patterns with turkey loads. If you find a used Browning BPS check those out too. That's my favorite pump gun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkansas Boy Posted March 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 The 870 has more aftermarket parts available than the nova. BTW, that also gives it an advantage over the new 887. The 870 also tends to be more flexible with different shells to throw a nice even pattern. You can get a Mossberg 835 in that price range and those guns sure throw some impressive patterns with turkey loads. If you find a used Browning BPS check those out too. That's my favorite pump gun. thanks for the info Leo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkansas Boy Posted March 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 29, 2009 made a quick trip to walmart and like always I ended up in sporting goods and saw a Mossberg 535 in 3 1/2" chamber for $257!!! It comes with 3 (maybe 4) different chokes which is what my mossberg 500 and Remington 1100 are lacking (as well as the 3 1/2" chamber) I just might get that one and save some dough Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Posted March 29, 2009 Report Share Posted March 29, 2009 The 835 has an overbored barrel the 535 I does not. The overbore is one of the features in the 835 that really helps it pattern well. That's a great price on the 535 though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mailmanmark Posted March 29, 2009 Report Share Posted March 29, 2009 Moss 535 If you like recoil, get the 535. That gun in with a 3.5 inch shell will rattle your eye teeth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun_300 Posted March 29, 2009 Report Share Posted March 29, 2009 My cousin just got a 870 Supermag, what a nice looking gun in Realtree APG. We just shot it yesterday, and with those 3 1/2" turkey loads it sure gives you a whoopin'! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbHunterNY Posted March 31, 2009 Report Share Posted March 31, 2009 My cousin just got a 870 Supermag, what a nice looking gun in Realtree APG. We just shot it yesterday, and with those 3 1/2" turkey loads it sure gives you a whoopin'! I don't think the 870 supermag comes with the SuperCell butt pad for the stock. If it didn't for $20 he should order one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strut10 Posted April 1, 2009 Report Share Posted April 1, 2009 IMHO, the 870 is a much sturdier-built gun. The Nova's always felt cheap and tinny to me. The Mrs. shoots a 3" 870 Express Magnum at turkeys and it's impressive.........as well as indestructable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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