Who enjoys a side by side?

[hcbr]

I love my stoeger sxs coach gun 20" hehe

[$nake-Eye$]

Never had one, never shot one, but if a SxS is good enough for Elmer Fudd, why not?

[runway1]

Never had one, never shot one, but if a SxS is good enough for Elmer Fudd, why not?

Don't forget Jethro, Grandma and my childhood favorite - Ellie Mae

[runway1]

Stoeger Industries has a good selection of affordable SXS shotguns. My brother has one of their coach guns and they are absolutely a riot to shoot.

Coach Guns:

http://www.stoegerindustries.com/firearms/stoeger_coach_guns.php

Bird/Trap Guns:

http://www.stoegerindustries.com/firearms/stoeger_uplander.php

Even Home Defense!!:

http://www.stoegerindustries.com/firearms/stoeger_double_defense.php

I believe all of those are under $600, and they seem to be very well made. Plenty of finish options too if you care what they look like.

I like those, very nice. I would look at the 28", single triggers myself. Thanks!

[pyro3k2]

My 20ga SxS runs and shoots like a champ and its awesome at clays.

[BigDogatPlay]

I think the better title for the thread would be who doesn't enjoy a SxS.

A treasured place in my safe is held by my dad's L.C. Smith double, choked Modified and Full. It's probably closer to a hundred years old than it is fifty and it'll shoot low base shells all day long, but I rarely can bring myself to shoot it anymore. It means too much to me to take out and knock around.

A CZ SxS or a Stoeger are both very appealing to me.

[gobler]

What is the function/reason for the single vs double trigger on the SxS coach?

[BigDogatPlay]

What is the function/reason for the single vs double trigger on the SxS coach?

If the gun is choked differently between the two barrels, such as one Modified and one IC, and if the single trigger is not selective as to which barrel goes first, then a double trigger allows the shooter to choose which barrel to shoot first. Match the constriction to the requirement of the shot.

Probably less of an issue on a coach gun than it would be on a fowling piece. A single trigger also eliminates the ability to discharge both barrels simultaneously, something everyone with a double trigger gun always seems to want to do at least once.

The rest of it is, IMO, style. My Stoeger had a double trigger and it worked just fine for me.

[Wildeman_13]

I have a Norinco Model 99 Coach gun in 18" barrel that I have used for clays for fun. Out past about 50 feet it is pretty much pointless so you have to jump on em fast. They do make a 22" (maybe 24" I don't recall off hand) barrel for them that includes a full-choke.

Double trigger on these guys and some people report that you can get a double fire with heavy loads. Basically the recoil/force of the first shell going off causes the hammer to drop on the second barrel/shell. I have yet to have mine do this, but it is a possibility according to some.

Overall I like my Model 99 for what it is and I didn't spend a whole lot on it and don't expect a whole lot from it, and I am never let down.

[POWG]

POWG cannot resist ...Who does not remember fondly Ellie Mae.

Blond, blue eyes ...better stop at "not too bright".

The good ol` days Ellie Mae, Jeannie, Samantha & MaryAnn!

Eye candy for POWG in his early years.

OUT!

[jimmykan]

I'm selling my TTN Model 1878 SxS Exposed-Hammer Coach Shotgun.
I've shot clays with it, but it's not great for that. The drop in comb and heel is too much, and it kicks hard and hurts due to the steel buttplate.
Check out the links in my signature line!

[bjl333]

What model do you shoot and what are they used for these days? Any good for clay shooting?

I just love their look and was considering picking up a lower end model (<$600) so inputs would be appreciated! What's the best SXS for about $600 or less?

I'll try to remember to bring a 20ga SxS for your clinic.

[runway1]

I'll try to remember to bring a 20ga SxS for your clinic.

Whoooa, cool. That would be a treat!

[runway1]

I'm selling my TTN Model 1878 SxS Exposed-Hammer Coach Shotgun.
I've shot clays with it, but it's not great for that. The drop in comb and heel is too much, and it kicks hard and hurts due to the steel buttplate.
Check out the links in my signature line!

That's a very interesting looking gun. Seems more along the collector lines. Very nice to have. I'd keep it myself.

[mif_slim]

I been itching to get a SxS, bore the chamber, remove the extractor and go claim some steel plates at the cowboy shoots!!