Good all Around Shotgun for Ducks and Turkeys?

[U.S.ArmyRetired]

Looking for recommendations on a good shotgun for ducks and turkeys. What actions do you like (pump or semi-auto), guage, less than $1000? Also, I know there are specific choke tubes for turkeys, but can you kill turkeys with Full, modified or IC?

[jordan]

Personally, I would look for a old used 870 super mag. Won't ever need another shotgun. I've used mine over 20 years for dove, duck, and turkeys. Been dropped in water/mud several times and never had a single issue with it. Might check on Texasguntrader.com
Also I've used just the regular remington full choke on turkeys with no issues.

[U.S.ArmyRetired]

Personally, I would look for a old used 870 super mag. Won't ever need another shotgun. I've used mine over 20 years for dove, duck, and turkeys. Been dropped in water/mud several times and never had a single issue with it. Might check on Texasguntrader.com
Also I've used just the regular remington full choke on turkeys with no issues.

Glad to hear can use regular full choke.

[retrieverman]

I’ve had a Benelli M1 Super 90 12 ga since 1994, and it’s still serving me well as an all around shotgun. Last year, I found a deal on a Beretta A300 12 ga “turkey model”, and I like it really well.
I think you’ll have a hard time finding a Benelli for under a grand, but if you keep an eye on TGT, I’m confident you can find an A300 for under a grand. I paid $600 for mine, and it was in great shape.

[mikemorvan]

Personally, I would look for a old used 870 super mag. Won't ever need another shotgun. I've used mine over 20 years for dove, duck, and turkeys. Been dropped in water/mud several times and never had a single issue with it. Might check on Texasguntrader.com
Also I've used just the regular remington full choke on turkeys with no issues.

This. Find a nice clean 70’s model and never look back. I would try to find one w/ changeable chokes. They are hard to find. Or, maybe a couple of different barrels. But if push comes to shove, just get a good 870 and learn how it shoots. Good luck.

[Smart]

Beretta A300 Ultima. 12 ga 3" chamber. 3 chokes. Soft shooter and quality gun. Great bang for your buck. $899. cheaper in some places.

You don't need 3.5" shells for anything.

[DUKFVR]

Beretta A300 Ultima. 12 ga 3" chamber. 3 chokes. Soft shooter and quality gun. Great bang for your buck. $899. cheaper in some places.

You don't need 3.5" shells for anything.

This 100%

[Greenheadless]

Up your budget a little, you wont regret it. Also, if the brand starts with a ‘B’, and is 12ga and chambered in at least 3”. Rest is up to what fits you best, is most comfortable for you, and compliments your natural point of aim.

I have both Beretta’s and Benelli’s both end enjoy both equally. Brownings just don’t fit me as well (out of the box), but I do like shooting my A5.

[U.S.ArmyRetired]

I have an old 870 Express Mag. Awesome gun. I'm looking to update a little.Or, maybe i'm just overthinking it.

[Smart]

I have an old 870 Express Mag. Awesome gun. I'm looking to update a little.Or, maybe i'm just overthinking it.

Upgrades are always nice. Especially moving from say an old pump to a new semi-auto. They are just more pleasurable to shoot with those duck and turkey loads.

I mean the 870 is tried and true and will certainly get the job done all day every day, but hell, you only live once. Who doesn't love a new gun?!..

[TacticalCowboy]

I’d look for a used Benelli m2. Or a Franchi affinity.

[TKP1991]

I have had my Beretta A300 for 2 years now and have thoroughly enjoyed it.

[Leverhunter]

Nothing wrong with what you have but always nice to try something different. I have a Benelli M2 that has never missed a beat. Haven't tried a Beretta, everything I hear about them is good and they shoot a little softer.

[U.S.ArmyRetired]

While I'm gun shopping, and I use either my Remington Express or I have a Mossberg 20 guage youth model also which I was told is a another good option because it is shorter and easier to carry, should I shoot full, modified or improved cylinder and what shells should I shoot?

[Smart]

While I'm gun shopping, and I use either my Remington Express or I have a Mossberg 20 guage youth model also which I was told is a another good option because it is shorter and easier to carry, should I shoot full, modified or improved cylinder and what shells should I shoot?

For turkey shooting lead? Full.....

Ducks....modified with steel or other non-tox....you could get away with IC shooting over decoys.