Andy, from all the reading and hands on experience there is one thing to remember when comparing American guns with Eurotrash and that is American shooters always wanted to shoot heavy/hot loads at their game whereas the Brits opted for much lighter shooting shells. Our hunting was walk up with or without dogs. The Brits did some walk up but mostly driven. Two completely different styles of hunting and two different styles of guns, for the most part. Along with that, reread Stan's post. :)

I do not claim to be a great shot. I have become somewhat competitive in trap. What I have found is, that above all else, the fit of the gun is what makes the real difference. If the gun fits you, then you are going to consistently hit targets. If it doesn't fit, you are going to struggle. Weight, choke, length of barrels, etc. only apply to the specific game you are pursuing or playing. If it don't fit, it won't hit.

Stan is spot on about fit. I have a horrible ugly Winchester 1400, make a man cry to look at. It's been my salt marsh duck killer for many years. I shoot it well because it just fits me and I have shot it for years, it has become a body part extension. Doesn't matter how polished a shot you are, how nice or expensive a gun is, if it doesn't fit you well you won't shoot it like one that does.

Thanks Mike. Maybe I'll just drive down and borrow a truckload of guns from you to see what I like :rotf: Hi to Sam!

BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!! Now you're diggin' where the taters are!!