Sandstone Addiction
12-29-2013, 03:10 PM
I've been looking for a youth semi auto shotgun for a while now but didn't have the cash on hand, so it was time to look in the back of the gun safe to see what I wouldn't mind parting with (actually, I've only had two guns I didn't really mind parting with, one was a Jennings 22LR pocket auto and the other was a cheap Hi-Power knock off). It was a tough decision, but I looked at the Norinco MAK 90 that had been sitting in the back corner that hadn't been shot for many years and decided that I would miss it the least.
I bought the AK variant brand new from Van Wagenen's about 20+ years ago as they have been banned from import since the Clinton era. With most MAK's selling for around $300 at that time, I paid a premium for this one as it had a milled receiver--I think it was about $375.
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As you can see, it was a victim of the ridiculous laws of the past and is missing the flash hider, bayonet lug and has the thumbhole stock--I had left this rifle in the original condition and the guy that bought it gave me my asking price only because I had left it the way it came from China. My rifle (http://utahgunexchange.com/ads/mak-90-milled-receiver-ak-47-variant-excellent-condition/) sold in less than 24 hours, so I think I could have gotten a little more...oh well, I have the cash now.
So, now I'm ready to buy a shotgun that my boys and wife can enjoy shooting and develop good habits with. I would prefer to buy a gently used one, but I've been looking on Utah Gun Exchange (http://www.utahgunexchange.com) for a while now and youth semi-autos are pretty scarce.
I haven't ruled out a pump shotgun or over/under yet, but would prefer a gas operated gun to minimize the recoil factor for a beginner (I mean my wife :haha:).
I would greatly appreciate all suggestions and opinions any of you might have.
Here are a few that I've been considering:
CZ 720--Top pick so far
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Escort Youth Wood
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TriStar Viper G2 Youth/Adult Combo
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TriStar Viper G2 Youth Wood
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Weatherby SA-08 Youth
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I really like wood stocks, but don't mind synthetic including camo.
If anyone has had any experience with the TriStar, CZ-USA, Escort, Weatherby or other budget brands, I would sure appreciate any info. Thanks.
I bought the AK variant brand new from Van Wagenen's about 20+ years ago as they have been banned from import since the Clinton era. With most MAK's selling for around $300 at that time, I paid a premium for this one as it had a milled receiver--I think it was about $375.
71322
71323
71324
As you can see, it was a victim of the ridiculous laws of the past and is missing the flash hider, bayonet lug and has the thumbhole stock--I had left this rifle in the original condition and the guy that bought it gave me my asking price only because I had left it the way it came from China. My rifle (http://utahgunexchange.com/ads/mak-90-milled-receiver-ak-47-variant-excellent-condition/) sold in less than 24 hours, so I think I could have gotten a little more...oh well, I have the cash now.
So, now I'm ready to buy a shotgun that my boys and wife can enjoy shooting and develop good habits with. I would prefer to buy a gently used one, but I've been looking on Utah Gun Exchange (http://www.utahgunexchange.com) for a while now and youth semi-autos are pretty scarce.
I haven't ruled out a pump shotgun or over/under yet, but would prefer a gas operated gun to minimize the recoil factor for a beginner (I mean my wife :haha:).
I would greatly appreciate all suggestions and opinions any of you might have.
Here are a few that I've been considering:
CZ 720--Top pick so far
71325
Escort Youth Wood
71326
TriStar Viper G2 Youth/Adult Combo
71327
TriStar Viper G2 Youth Wood
71328
Weatherby SA-08 Youth
71329
I really like wood stocks, but don't mind synthetic including camo.
If anyone has had any experience with the TriStar, CZ-USA, Escort, Weatherby or other budget brands, I would sure appreciate any info. Thanks.