Most Compact Shotgun for Camping

[NapalmCheese]

The OP did not say where he was but for anyone the old standard Survival Over and under is a good choice. Several combinations to pick from but I had one 40 years ago that was a .22 for the top barrel and .410 for the bottom. I think it was a Savage but old men forget stuff. Late a friend bought one that was .223 on top and 20ga on bottom.

Does anyone know of these still being made?

Savage still makes a .22/.410 combo gun called the model 42. Can be had in .22lr or .22 wmr over a .410 bore shotgun.

[Champagne-N-Beer]

aippi - where in Michigan (generally)? Me from dah UP eh.

Me - I would go easy to maintain, fix, clean and shoot over the most compact model (or built like a tank). Deep backcountry, you trip and break something on your gun, no matter how small it is, if you can't run it - it aint worth having...

Sure, an extra pound sucks, but it's the back woods, so doubt it needs to be uber-concealable.

[Tanner68]

Additionally...you can even cut down an H&R 1871 shotgun to 18-1/2" and still be legal with a full stock:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vyGGicU7mw

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZCW_38iuNLY

Yes, those are a 10ga single shot shotgun. Yes, they do kick a bit. I know someone who could cut & crown the barrel for you (plus install a bead sight):

R&D Custom Barrel Service
(562) 923-3608
americhoke@gmail.com

http://www.americhoke.com/

That'd be about the most compact and heaviest hitting shotgun I could imagine that's legal in CA (not counting the SERBU Super Shorty, Saiga 12 Tromix, or the AA-12).
--1911ShooterPhil

Little off topic, but I am curious - what on earth are you encountering in the wild that is giving you too many close calls?

I have a youth H&R, 20G, 20" barrel and 12.5" stock. I've considered cutting down the barrel and sanding the stock to see how light I could make it. It's a great gun for backpacking, or hiking with a gun. It kicks really hard though. Not sure what kind of youth gun it really is.

And yeah, what's up with the close calls?

And what's to really think about, just get any pump with a short barrel and call it done. What do you need the pistol grip and folding stock for? Those features are not enhancements in my book, even for woods carrying.

[shansei arsenal]

one of my favorites.

http://www.icollector.com/High-Standard-Model-10-Series-B-Semi-Automatic-Shotgun-with-Flashlight_i12745672

[CandG]

Serbu super shorty?

My favorite part of that gun is that there are no sights. We don't need no stinkin' sights!

[NightHawk]

My favorite part of that gun is that there are no sights. We don't need no stinkin' sights!

Well, I cant figure out any possible hold where you could use sights and retain your front teeth

[powderedtoastman]

Not sure if you want a complete shotgun at the ready that's compact, or if you want it compact just for transport. Here is what I carry hiking:
My 30" arrow is for reference. Westernfield SB30A in 16 gauge. I intend on finding a Stevens 520 in 12 gauge someday. I have an 18-3/8" barrel assembly and a 30" barrel for hunting. It's surprisingly light for an old Browning designed gun, but I wish the LOP was shorter on the stock. I wonder, are there any take-down shotguns in current production?

[CK_32]

Ck ~ always there to tell folks their stuff it crap!

As are you to put attention on my comments.

It's just conversation. I'm sure tons of guys on here would think some of he stuff I like is "crap" too. Big deal.

The butt hurt is always so strong in this forum.

That's a KSG, not you old school shotgun, but 14 rounds in a compact design is hard to beat.

I wouldn't want to go head to head with it with my Stoeger, thats a fact. Lol

Just "different" looking. Not my flavor.

[NapalmCheese]

That is a FANTASTIC shotgun to have. As a 16 gauge aficionado any takedown 16 gauge is a wonderful thing

Westernfield SB30A in 16 gauge. I intend on finding a Stevens 520 in 12 gauge someday. I have an 18-3/8" barrel assembly and a 30" barrel for hunting.

[deadcoyote]

Not sure if you want a complete shotgun at the ready that's compact, or if you want it compact just for transport. Here is what I carry hiking:
My 30" arrow is for reference. Westernfield SB30A in 16 gauge. I intend on finding a Stevens 520 in 12 gauge someday. I have an 18-3/8" barrel assembly and a 30" barrel for hunting. It's surprisingly light for an old Browning designed gun, but I wish the LOP was shorter on the stock. I wonder, are there any take-down shotguns in current production?

I happen to have a stevens 520 in 12 gauge.... trade options ?

[CSACANNONEER]

A M6 with 18" barrels is the most compact, non NFA shotgun that you can get.

Too nice to be legal here in ca.

They are just as legal in CA as any other state that allows AOWs. Of course, all NFA regulations apply and, now, getting one from out of state will require some sort of interesting roster exemption.

[kcjr1125]

i will also recommend the stoeger SXS. i have one and they are SEXY. i have the supreme version in nickel i bought it on sale for 349.00 with a 50.00 dollar rebate so i got it for 300 before taxes. it also comes with chokes.

Theres just something about a SxS 12G that really says "this is all ill ever need" to me.

[Reecek]

Stevens .22 on top and .410 on the bottom. Very cool little rifle.

[SirBoomsalot]

Ck 32 I have no problem with you liking or disliking anything....what I can't believe is how often I see you on cal guns and you didn't know what a ksg was???
That marine and a ksg are on my short list! Very nice!

[Champagne-N-Beer]

kcjr115 - hahaha, I agree... Or, get off my lawn (with bad Clint Eastwood accent).

I completely agree on having a stock - but I guess it depends on what you are using it for. From some peeps posts you would think they only want a shotty to scare folks off their weed farm in the forest