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Turkey Guns & Shooting => 20 Gauge Turkey Guns => Topic started by: owlhoot on July 14, 2013, 11:42:20 AM

Title: Is the M2 really the one to have or others just as good? opinions please.
Post by: owlhoot on July 14, 2013, 11:42:20 AM
or are others like the franchi affinity and the like just as good. THANK YOU .
Title: Re: Is the M2 really the one to have or others just as good? opinions please.
Post by: IowaGobblers on July 15, 2013, 12:30:42 AM
I think it depends on what you are willing to spend, and what features you are looking for such as semi auto or pump etc.
Title: Re: Is the M2 really the one to have or others just as good? opinions please.
Post by: hookedspur on July 15, 2013, 01:17:51 AM
Quote from: owlhoot on July 14, 2013, 11:42:20 AM
or are others like the franchi affinity and the like just as good. THANK YOU .


Yes !!!!
Title: Re: Is the M2 really the one to have or others just as good? opinions please.
Post by: vaturkey on July 15, 2013, 07:49:15 AM


IMO The M2 is really the one to have !  If you can afford one you will never ever regret it.




   vaturkey   :newmascot:
Title: Re: Is the M2 really the one to have or others just as good? opinions please.
Post by: huntmaster80 on July 15, 2013, 11:35:42 AM
I would say the m2 is the one to have, I just got mine a few months ago and love it!!!
Title: Re: Is the M2 really the one to have or others just as good? opinions please.
Post by: kwild835 on July 15, 2013, 01:17:31 PM
I think the M2 is a great gun.  I don't think you will find and auto that is lighter or feels better in your hands.  That being said I sold mine this summer, to get a SX3.  The bolt came disengaged several times while I was hunting, and it cost me a coyote because of it. Only a matter of time before it cost me a turkey.  I fixed the problem with a stronger wolf spring.  Then the gun wouldn't cycle light dove/skeet loads.  I didn't want a 20 i couldnt shoot light/cheap loads with, so I sold it.   Strictly as turkey gun with the stiffer  recoil spring, I think you will be more than pleased with the M2.  I also think the 20 sx3 deserves a look if you are looking for an auto.
Title: Re: Is the M2 really the one to have or others just as good? opinions please.
Post by: vaturkey on July 15, 2013, 01:42:06 PM
Quote from: kwild835 on July 15, 2013, 01:17:31 PM
I think the M2 is a great gun.  I don't think you will find and auto that is lighter or feels better in your hands.  That being said I sold mine this summer, to get a SX3.  The bolt came disengaged several times while I was hunting, and it cost me a coyote because of it. Only a matter of time before it cost me a turkey.  I fixed the problem with a stronger wolf spring.  Then the gun wouldn't cycle light dove/skeet loads.  I didn't want a 20 i couldnt shoot light/cheap loads with, so I sold it.   Strictly as turkey gun with the stiffer  recoil spring, I think you will be more than pleased with the M2.  I also think the 20 sx3 deserves a look if you are looking for an auto.
:newmascot: kwild

Did you install the wolf spring on your M2 ? How much trouble was it ? That's the only drawback I have with mine. The bolt comes back easy. . Thanks for any advice or info . Ricky
Title: Re: Is the M2 really the one to have or others just as good? opinions please.
Post by: savduck on July 15, 2013, 02:54:01 PM
Its all a matter of opinion. The buddies of mine that own them all like them. The buddies that own berettas 3901 love them, the buddies that own weatherby sa08 love them. I dont think they are any better or worse than any other quality semi auto. Check them out. Specifically sit down and see how they feel while in a sitting position. Id recommend buying what fits and feels best.

You can turn just about ANY gun into a shooter these days with all the science and quality loads and chokes.
Title: Re: Is the M2 really the one to have or others just as good? opinions please.
Post by: kwild835 on July 15, 2013, 04:14:38 PM
Quote from: savduck on July 15, 2013, 02:54:01 PM
You can turn just about ANY gun into a shooter these days with allthe science and quality loads and chokes.

True that!
Title: Re: Is the M2 really the one to have or others just as good? opinions please.
Post by: beagler on July 15, 2013, 07:37:51 PM
Another vote for the M2.
Title: Re: Is the M2 really the one to have or others just as good? opinions please.
Post by: chris30br on July 18, 2013, 10:35:29 AM
M2 all the way!!!!
Title: Re: Is the M2 really the one to have or others just as good? opinions please.
Post by: Kates on July 21, 2013, 05:59:56 AM
I had one and it was very reliable and had a great feel.  Bought a Weatherby SA-08 and sold the Benelli.  My opinion, just as nice in a much more affordable package.
Title: Re: Is the M2 really the one to have or others just as good? opinions please.
Post by: savduck on July 21, 2013, 09:11:25 AM
Quote from: Kates on July 21, 2013, 05:59:56 AM
I had one and it was very reliable and had a great feel.  Bought a Weatherby SA-08 and sold the Benelli.  My opinion, just as nice in a much more affordable package.

Ive gottnen rid of every benelli ive owned. I love my weatherby