Shotgun or Rifle???

[a1yola]

I'm looking to purchase my 2nd gun and looking for feedback on what to get. I currently have a Sig P226 and I love it, but I'm looking for something new. I was thinking a shotgun or rifle since I have a handgun already.

I dont know much about shotguns or rifles, so please enlighten me. I plan to use it for occassional range shooting and home defense. I definitely want something with stopping power. I also want something that uses ammo that is not too difficult to find at local stores (ie: Walmart, Big 5, etc.)

Please let me know what you guys think...shotgun or rifle, what model to look for, and why. Thanks!!!

[Quiet]

A 12 gauge pump-action shotgun will fit all your critiera.

[ghost]

A 12 gauge pump-action shotgun will fit all your critiera.

+1 remington 870,mossberg 590.if you have enough $$$ get a benelli.

[Glock Fan]

Stopping power + Remmington 870! Also, there are a buuuucnh of mods you can do to the 870 also! They are a lot of fun to shoot!

[acorn]

Shotgun for sure!

[Z ME FLY]

Shotgun... mossberg or remmington are great to start off with. If you want more info use the search button please We have A TON of threads about WHAT SHOTGUN IS THE BEST.

[lorax3]

A great starter shotgun is a Mossberg 500. Big 5 usually has the best deal on them. Around $249.99 sometimes a bit less.

[stphnman20]

Why not get both?

Yeah the Big 5 special is a great beginner.. Mossy or a Remmy will do just fine..

[hkusp9c]

you are probably gonna end up buying both eventually and some more. Trust me. I've been on that road before.

[Black Majik]

Shotgun.

You can shoot it right away, ammo is plentiful.

[G-Man WC]

Yep, I'd go 12ga Rem 870 or Moss 500. Find a friend or someone at a range where you can get the feel before you buy. A 22LR rifle ..10/22 is a good start if you want semi auto. -g

[mydogsmonkey]

shotgun, clays are fun too

[djslik408]

You cant go wrong with an 870 shottie.

[Crusader]

Well, since HD is one of your criteria and it is likely you live in a poplated area, my vote is for the shotgun.

Rifles are a lot more fun though.

[Sunwolf]

Ya gotta have all 3 in multiples!