Community Q&A
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Beretta A400 Xcel Sporting - what's a good all-around choke setup for sporting clays?
Just picked up a used A400 Xcel Sporting with 30" barrels. I've been shooting it with the factory flush chokes (IC and M) for a few months, mostly at my local club's sporting clays course. I'm hitt...
Beretta 692 vs Browning 725 for sporting clays - anyone else struggle with this choice?
I've been shooting a Beretta 686 for years but want to upgrade to something more competition-focused. I'm torn between the Beretta 692 and Browning 725 - both feel great when I shoulder them. My lo...
Just bought my first shotgun - a used Browning Citori - and the stock feels too long
I'm brand new to sporting clays and picked up a used Browning Citori 12 gauge for a good deal. I'm 5'8" and when I mount it, I feel like I'm really stretching to get my cheek down on the stock. I'm...
Looking at a used Browning Citori for sporting clays - what should I check?
Found a Browning Citori 625 Sporting at my local shop for what seems like a decent price. It's about 5 years old with maybe 5,000 rounds through it according to the seller. I've been shooting a Ber...
Beretta 686 vs Browning 725 for Sporting Clays - which handles better on long crossers?
I've been shooting a Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon for years and love it, but I'm considering a Browning 725 for my next gun. I shoot mostly sporting clays, and I struggle a bit with those long, fast c...
Beretta A400 Xcel Sporting vs Browning Maxus Sporting for sporting clays?
I've been shooting a Browning Citori for about two years now and want to try a semi-auto for sporting clays to reduce recoil on longer practice days. I'm torn between the Beretta A400 Xcel Sporting...
What is the correct position of finger on the trigger?
I got a new gun stock and I am looking to have it fit for me. Is there a correct position or is it whatever feels right?
What is a slide release for a shotgun?
I was reading a review for a Remington 870 and came across this term.
What do you look for when buying a shooting vest?
My old vest has outgrown me and I'm looking for a new one. Also, do you have a favorite brand?
Beretta vs. Fabarm
I'm looking at purchasing a semi-auto for general clay shooting. I'm between an A400 and an XLR5. Any thoughts?