Which autoloader to buy?, 1187, Browning or Weatherby

shotcalla · September 28, 2002, 09:50 PM

The gun will be used mostly for casual trapshooting, maybe some bird hunting, I will shoot probably 2500 rounds per year (no reloads, usually the Wal-Mart 100 packs) and I clean my guns religiously. I like to buy stuff new and keep it forever so resale is not a factor. I also like wood guns so the Wally AL390 is not in the list.

I've got it down to 2 choices that both fit me:
1187 premier: $530 Wal-Mart less 50 rebate=480
Pro: Price, Parts won't be a problem
Con: Will I need lots of parts? Will it handle 2.75 and 3 dram shells despite that the website says it won't?

Browning Gold: $800 at Wal-Mart less 100 rebate =$700
Pro: Its a Browning, maybe better with light loads
Con:Price

Then I saw at CDNN they had the Weatherby SAS for $480, is this the best deal on the planet, I've searched TFL and not found much, I wonder if parts or service could be a problem and if they are reliable.

Is the Browning worth all the extra money, will the 1187 shoot the cheap loads and should I gamble on the Weatherby.

Your thoughts are appreciated!

S.F.S · September 29, 2002, 07:09 AM

Possibly look for a used Remington 1100 at the local gunshops, can usually find them for under $400.00. I just put an 1100 Special Field on lay-away and it cost me $300.00.

The problem with the 1187 at Wal-mart is thats its the Light Contour version and regular 1187 barrels wont interchange with it. I have "heard" that alot of auto's will not cycle Wal-marts 100 pack Federal's and Winchesters.
I have never seen anything on Remingtons website about the Dram usage.

Scott

retiredsquid · September 29, 2002, 08:40 PM

You also left off the Winchester Super X2. It is a very nice shotgun and the "economy" version of the Browning Gold. Lots of accessories and will take any round you put in it.
Rich

Kingcreek · October 2, 2002, 12:22 AM

I would suggest you check around for the Winchester Super X (up to 3"). Nice gun, great balance and function is flawless.
The Super X2 is a great choice if you might want the 3.5" option but the increased weight and cost over the SuperX might be a factor to consider.
I bought a synthetic SX2 for duck/goose hunting and I like it just fine,

bamf · October 2, 2002, 01:47 AM

Well if you get away from Walmart, I'm sure you can find a Beretta 391 with a woodstock. I find among autoloaders, the 391 and Rem 1100 tend to dominate the clay fields.

September 28, 2002, 09:50 PM	#1
shotcalla Junior Member Join Date: September 20, 2002 Posts: 7	Which autoloader to buy?, 1187, Browning or Weatherby The gun will be used mostly for casual trapshooting, maybe some bird hunting, I will shoot probably 2500 rounds per year (no reloads, usually the Wal-Mart 100 packs) and I clean my guns religiously. I like to buy stuff new and keep it forever so resale is not a factor. I also like wood guns so the Wally AL390 is not in the list. I've got it down to 2 choices that both fit me: 1187 premier: $530 Wal-Mart less 50 rebate=480 Pro: Price, Parts won't be a problem Con: Will I need lots of parts? Will it handle 2.75 and 3 dram shells despite that the website says it won't? Browning Gold: $800 at Wal-Mart less 100 rebate =$700 Pro: Its a Browning, maybe better with light loads Con:Price Then I saw at CDNN they had the Weatherby SAS for $480, is this the best deal on the planet, I've searched TFL and not found much, I wonder if parts or service could be a problem and if they are reliable. Is the Browning worth all the extra money, will the 1187 shoot the cheap loads and should I gamble on the Weatherby. Your thoughts are appreciated!

September 29, 2002, 07:09 AM	#2
S.F.S Senior Member Join Date: April 24, 2001 Location: Delaware, USA Posts: 469	Another Suggestion Possibly look for a used Remington 1100 at the local gunshops, can usually find them for under $400.00. I just put an 1100 Special Field on lay-away and it cost me $300.00. The problem with the 1187 at Wal-mart is thats its the Light Contour version and regular 1187 barrels wont interchange with it. I have "heard" that alot of auto's will not cycle Wal-marts 100 pack Federal's and Winchesters. I have never seen anything on Remingtons website about the Dram usage. Scott __________________ My Wife Yes, My Dog Maybe, My Guns NEVER!!! Last edited by S.F.S; September 30, 2002 at 06:02 PM.

September 29, 2002, 08:40 PM	#3
retiredsquid Member Join Date: July 28, 2002 Location: Northwest Arkansas Posts: 83	You also left off the Winchester Super X2. It is a very nice shotgun and the "economy" version of the Browning Gold. Lots of accessories and will take any round you put in it. Rich

October 2, 2002, 12:22 AM	#4
Kingcreek Senior Member Join Date: October 29, 1999 Location: rural Illinois Posts: 590	I would suggest you check around for the Winchester Super X (up to 3"). Nice gun, great balance and function is flawless. The Super X2 is a great choice if you might want the 3.5" option but the increased weight and cost over the SuperX might be a factor to consider. I bought a synthetic SX2 for duck/goose hunting and I like it just fine,

October 2, 2002, 01:47 AM	#5
bamf Senior Member Join Date: May 16, 2000 Location: Davis, CA US Posts: 268	Well if you get away from Walmart, I'm sure you can find a Beretta 391 with a woodstock. I find among autoloaders, the 391 and Rem 1100 tend to dominate the clay fields.