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Old July 6, 2014, 01:00 AM   #1
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Full size 20 gauge pump in the $200-$300 range

I am looking for a new 20 gauge pump. I have a mossberg 500 bantam but I outgrew the stock. I've looked on budsgunshop and at my local gander mtn but all the 20s I find are youth sized. Any suggestions? Will mainly be used for hunting and target shooting.
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Old July 6, 2014, 05:23 PM   #2
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Academy sells a full size 20 gauge pump, the Mossberg Maverick 88.

It comes in both youth and full-size. This is the full-size:

http://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/moss...verick&Ntk=All
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Old July 6, 2014, 06:01 PM   #3
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How about just replacing the stock? A lot cheaper than a new gun. Try eBay. Or even Boyd's.
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Old July 6, 2014, 07:29 PM   #4
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Will mainly be used for hunting and target shooting.
Comparing apples and Studebakers, so decide what your main intended use will be and go accordingly
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Old July 6, 2014, 11:38 PM   #5
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Take a look at the standard size 20ga Pardner pump.

Last time I checked Dick's Sporting Goods had them in stock for $199.
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Old July 7, 2014, 03:47 AM   #6
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check out Midway USA and get yourself a new stock, no need to get a new gun.
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Old July 7, 2014, 04:20 PM   #7
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I vote for a different stock as well.
But instead of buying a cheap imported pump, why not a cheap American made single shot? You can't go wrong with a NEF. The last I checked they start out at around $130 new. If you are willing to get a used a gun, you can get a Mossberg for under $200.
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Old July 10, 2014, 01:47 AM   #8
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Remington 870 express, or trade in the Bantam when you purchase.
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Old July 10, 2014, 01:46 PM   #9
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12 Gauge Stock Not a Perfect Fit

But will work. See http://thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=278319
stating that the 12 gauge receiver is slightly thicker, but you might get by with it on a 20.
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Old July 10, 2014, 05:53 PM   #10
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For chrissakes....go to Numrich and get a 20 gauge stock. They have them for $25.00 + shipping.

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Old August 23, 2014, 08:22 AM   #11
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How about just replacing the stock? A lot cheaper than a new gun. Try eBay. Or even Boyd's.

I thought about that. The gun is in mossy oak and I can't find any adult sized stocks for a 20 in mossy oak. I know a wood or black stock will still work, I'm just a little bit OCD.
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Old August 24, 2014, 08:44 AM   #12
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There's always paint or wraps. For $25 it's your call but if you buy from numrich they usually have a $6.50 off shipping code on wednesdays on facebook.

Or sell it and buy something else. I'm currently looking for one in 20 youth with the option of adding a full length rear or rear spacer.
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Old August 26, 2014, 06:36 AM   #13
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Move up to QUALITY, Benelli Nova!
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Old August 26, 2014, 09:21 PM   #14
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Used Wingmaster, nuff said
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