Newbie Thread?

[matt79d]

Does there happen to be a newbie thread?? I am new into firearms, recently purchases a .22 hand gun and a Marlin 795. My next purchase will either be an upgrade to my hand gun or a hot gun.. Was looking for info on decent/cheaper home defense shotguns..

Any info is appreciated.

-Matt

[Junbuster]

maverick 88...interstate arms 982.......

[badolescent]

Maverick 88 is $229 at Turners right now...

[Jet Setter]

The next step up from he Maverick would be a combo deal like the Rem 870 or Mossberg 500. These give you both a 28" barrel for fun/hunting and a 18.5" barrel for HD. I believe they are $400 new at places like Big 5 (before a sale). Definitely shop around.

[DUARTE1911]

Can't go wrong with a 870 or 500 combo.

[epic1856]

^ Does it need a bullet button?

[sffred]

^^ since its a select fire between low and high, I think it's illegal?!? Lol

[paratroop]

you just need to make sure it doesn't blow heat past 10 feet, and you are good to go.

[Socalman]

Welcome to an enjoyable sport. The .22 is an excellent platform to learn with and, in the past, the least expensive way. I would suggest you find an instructor and take at least a basic intro course so you don't start out with bad habits.

Regarding a shotgun for home defense, my choice was the Mossberg 500 series, though the Remington 870 was a very close second. For me it all came down to where the safety was located.

Enjoy, have fun. Post questions around here and don't be put off by the experts who want to mock you. Remember the definition of an expert: An ex is a has-been and a spurt is a drip under pressure.