Youth model vs. Regular shotgun

[bdybdall]

Check out the Remington youth models in 870 or 1187 Express. The youth model has a shorter length of pull, the distance from the trigger to the end of the recoil pad. This fits smaller women or kids better than a full size shotgun. The 1187 being a semi-auto will weigh a little more, but the extra weight and semi action reduces the recoil. Both of these are in 20 gauge.

I got my son a youth model 870 20 gauge and it's great. When I'm wearing a heavy coat, the 1" shorter stock helps me. Like he said, you might try the 11-87, it should have less recoil although it will be priced more.

 

[wildcatfan.62]

Like the Mossberg Bantam

Got my son a .20 gauge Mossberg Bantam as his first shotgun. Came with a slug and regular barrel. We ordered a full sized stock with a coupon that came in the box. It's very simple and cost effective for a try gun.

A 410 might be soft recoiling, but might be very frustrating at clays. Not much shot going downrange. Just an thought, I'm sure there are shooters that can take the wings off a fly at 60 yards with one.

We still shoot it but he's moved up to a 12 guage now. I've taken two deer with the slug barrel -the last one a nice 8 pt. in LaPorte County.

It's a nice gun for a reasonable price.
Good luck.

 

[Napalm217]

I recently helped my brother buy a regular size Mossberg 500 and his wife got a youth Mossberg 500. The difference in that model is that both the barrel and stock are shorter on the youth.