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I just started to get into trap shooting and I'm having fun with it. I think it is something my boys would like (they want to do it) and my wife has said she would love to do it also.
My question is: I have a 12 gauge Mossberg and think it will kick too much for them. I know a 20 gauge is a little lighter kick but would that work for trap and skeet??? what about 410, I never shot one. are they any better for what I need. my sons are 13 and 17.
thanks for the help
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20 ga will actually kick more given equal charge weights due to same amount of shot through smaller bore and the typical smaller frame of the 20. Gun weight is a good thing in a trap or skeet gun within reason.
My preference in your position would be a 12ga with a shorter/ properly fit stock and 7/8oz or 1 oz loads. Skip the heavier "super handicap loads.
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Thank, I didn't realize that. So a smaller, light load with a properly fit gun is what you think is better?
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Yes mallardaddict is correct. A 20 ga. is easier for some people to handle though. A gas operated 20ga with a shorter length of pull is a good first gun for younger kids and smaller women cause the weight is easier to deal with, as long as you shoot lighter loads to keep recoil down. If they can handle the weight of a 12ga then the 12 with a light load will feel like it kicks less. Stay away from a 410, shells are expencive and patterns aren't as forgiving as a 20 or 12. In my opinion a 410 is the most usless cartridge ever made.
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Yes mallardaddict is correct. A 20 ga. is easier for some people to handle though. A gas operated 20ga with a shorter length of pull is a good first gun for younger kids and smaller women cause the weight is easier to deal with, as long as you shoot lighter loads to keep recoil down. If they can handle the weight of a 12ga then the 12 with a light load will feel like it kicks less. Stay away from a 410, shells are expencive and patterns aren't as forgiving as a 20 or 12. In my opinion a 410 is the most usless cartridge ever made. In the .410s defense, they work great for a nine year old when hunting squirrels and building confidence with a gun.
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Any of the gas operated semi-auto's should work good. Like was said above, just buy(or reload) 1oz or 7/8. A 390/391 Beretta would be a good place to start...
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