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Turkey Guns & Shooting => Turkey Guns => Topic started by: strum on April 26, 2023, 07:45:06 PM

Title: Where to start 20ga semi
Post by: strum on April 26, 2023, 07:45:06 PM
 Ive used 870s for years . pretty much been my go to turkey guns. I decided I want a semi auto but my want is specific.
May be hunting a ghost gun lol.
   20ga -20-21 inch barrel - youth  (or short LOP)- new bottomland camo- drilled and tapped for optics. most likely an 11-87 but open to other brands.

  Any Ideas of where to start?
Title: Re: Where to start 20ga semi
Post by: 357MAGNOLE on April 26, 2023, 08:11:56 PM
It identifies as a semi-auto.

On the serious. I'm following this closely because that's exactly what I want.


(https://i.ibb.co/XFz91C5/PXL-20230402-175443240.jpg) (https://ibb.co/5s5dmRj)
Title: Re: Where to start 20ga semi
Post by: runngun on April 26, 2023, 09:28:56 PM
I know that you said semiautomatic, but 870 compact fits everything but the "auto".  I have been hunting with one this year, it patterns great but it still ain't my Ithaca model 37 turkey slayer, 12 bore.

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Title: Re: Where to start 20ga semi
Post by: rakkin6 on April 26, 2023, 11:51:06 PM
Quote from: strum on April 26, 2023, 07:45:06 PM
Ive used 870s for years . pretty much been my go to turkey guns. I decided I want a semi auto but my want is specific.
May be hunting a ghost gun lol.
   20ga -20-21 inch barrel - youth  (or short LOP)- new bottomland camo- drilled and tapped for optics. most likely an 11-87 but open to other brands.

  Any Ideas of where to start?
Mossberg SA-20 comes with a 22 inch barrel, already has a picatanny rail mounted on it, 12 3/4" length of pull. But I have only seen it in the Mossy Oak Greenleaf Pattern

https://www.mossberg.com/sa-20-tactical-turkey-75799.html

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Title: Re: Where to start 20ga semi
Post by: 357MAGNOLE on April 27, 2023, 08:14:57 AM
Quote from: rakkin6 on April 26, 2023, 11:51:06 PM
Quote from: strum on April 26, 2023, 07:45:06 PM
Ive used 870s for years . pretty much been my go to turkey guns. I decided I want a semi auto but my want is specific.
May be hunting a ghost gun lol.
   20ga -20-21 inch barrel - youth  (or short LOP)- new bottomland camo- drilled and tapped for optics. most likely an 11-87 but open to other brands.

  Any Ideas of where to start?
Mossberg SA-20 comes with a 22 inch barrel, already has a picatanny rail mounted on it, 12 3/4" length of pull. But I have only seen it in the Mossy Oak Greenleaf Pattern

https://www.mossberg.com/sa-20-tactical-turkey-75799.html

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That looks like a solid option for OP.  Could always get it dipped. I got my 870 dipped and then clear coated with cerakote for $250 locally. Of course it would be ideal to come as youd like it.
Title: Re: Where to start 20ga semi
Post by: strum on April 27, 2023, 09:58:49 AM
Quote from: 357MAGNOLE on April 26, 2023, 08:11:56 PM
It identifies as a semi-auto.

On the serious. I'm following this closely because that's exactly what I want.


(https://i.ibb.co/XFz91C5/PXL-20230402-175443240.jpg) (https://ibb.co/5s5dmRj)

this is the twin to my 20ga.   Its been my favorite gun ever.
Title: Re: Where to start 20ga semi
Post by: 357MAGNOLE on April 27, 2023, 10:54:23 AM
Quote from: strum on April 27, 2023, 09:58:49 AM
Quote from: 357MAGNOLE on April 26, 2023, 08:11:56 PM
It identifies as a semi-auto.

On the serious. I'm following this closely because that's exactly what I want.


(https://i.ibb.co/XFz91C5/PXL-20230402-175443240.jpg) (https://ibb.co/5s5dmRj)

this is the twin to my 20ga.   Its been my favorite gun ever.
You have good taste sir.
Title: Re: Where to start 20ga semi
Post by: strum on April 27, 2023, 12:28:03 PM
 We both do   :funnyturkey:
Title: Re: Where to start 20ga semi
Post by: Lcmacd 58 on April 29, 2023, 01:33:48 PM
I like it ... 
Title: Re: Where to start 20ga semi
Post by: xxmagnum on May 02, 2023, 02:25:34 PM
You can get a black one and get it camo dipped,  Remington 11-87 Compact 20 ga
Title: Re: Where to start 20ga semi
Post by: Lcmacd 58 on May 02, 2023, 06:58:11 PM
Those are some sweet guns ...
Title: Re: Where to start 20ga semi
Post by: strum on May 02, 2023, 09:29:35 PM
Heartbreak Kid thats exactly the gun I want . Bring it to me dangit.
Truthfully I love my 870 just want to mix it up. By the way . My wife dont get it at all.
Title: Re: Where to start 20ga semi
Post by: Ranman on May 03, 2023, 08:10:27 AM
I just bought a Mossberg SA28 turkey and love it. There is a 20 ga version. Franchi Affinity is another great option, although the barrel is 24".
Title: Re: Where to start 20ga semi
Post by: strum on May 03, 2023, 08:24:29 PM
 I wonder.. what parts from a 870 will fit the 11-87?    barrel ?  stock?  i know the forearm wont.