Double Duty Shotgun

[alistair]

So i want a shotgun for home defense , but want to be able to shoot some sporting clays and trap as well. I'm new to shotties, never owned one before.
Question is;- Is there a relatively cheap shotgun that will serve for both of these purposes. I know that most people recommend a 26 or 28in barrel for clays, and a 20in or shorter barrel for HD. Should i look for something with swapable barrels or split the difference with a 23 or 24in fixed barrel ?

[GUNSICK]

I would go with two separate barrels. Most barrels in 23" or 24" are deer barrels that won't help you out with clays. You can't go wrong with a Remingtom or Mossberg pump action with a 26" barrel for clays and a 18" or 20" for HD.

[alistair]

I would go with two separate barrels. Most barrels in 23" or 24" are deer barrels that won't help you out with clays. You can't go wrong with a Remingtom or Mossberg pump action with a 26" barrel for clays and a 18" or 20" for HD.

What specific model Remingtom or Mossberg pump action do you recommend?

[GUNSICK]

What specific model Remingtom or Mossberg pump action do you recommend?

http://www.remington.com/products/fi...0-express.aspx

http://www.mossberg.com/product/shot...2306,2307,2308

You can get them for around $100 less than MSRP. You can't go wrong with wood or synthetic furniture it's really a personal choice.

[alistair]

Done a little research and I think I'll look at Mossberg 500.
I think this combo is what I'm looking for.
http://www.cabelas.com/product/Shoot...3Bcat104803380

Typically where is the cheapest place to buy shotguns?
Is it okay to buy used?

[GUNSICK]

Done a little research and I think I'll look at Mossberg 500.
I think this combo is what I'm looking for.
http://www.cabelas.com/product/Shoot...3Bcat104803380

Typically where is the cheapest place to buy shotguns?
Is it okay to buy used?

Used is always good if you can find a deal. If you want new I would go with this $350 and free shipping. http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/p...ducts_id/46907

[alistair]

Used is always good if you can find a deal. If you want new I would go with this $350 and free shipping. http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/p...ducts_id/46907

All I need to do is get this into the house without my wife finding out.

[GUNSICK]

All I need to do is get this into the house without my wife finding out.

Jedi mind tricks and a large collection always make it easier lol!

[Chicken Shoot]

Done a little research and I think I'll look at Mossberg 500.
I think this combo is what I'm looking for.
http://www.cabelas.com/product/Shoot...3Bcat104803380

Typically where is the cheapest place to buy shotguns?
Is it okay to buy used?

Wally World has the Mossberg 500 in different calibers for $267. I bought one and although it comes with the 28" accu-choke barrel, I'll simply pick up a used or new ($99) 18.5" HD barrel off fleabay or something. Love the Mossberg!!

[Cgrutt]

Mossy is definitely a solid choice but the only two I've ever shot kicked like a mule lol. Could have been the loads though.