Shotguns for under £1,000

Shotguns for under £1,000
The idea of owning a new gun, unsullied by the hands of others, is an attractive one – imagine something straight out of the box, brand spanking new and factory fresh without a scratch or a blemish and complete with guarantee and dealer back-up.

The stumbling block is often the small matter of cost, especially in these times of retrenchment, when money is tight and there are likely to be cutbacks for some years to come.

Needless to say, when times are hard, the second-hand market thrives, but for those who still yearn for a new gun, a surprising choice of competitively priced models can be found.

There is a wide choice in the £1,250 to £1,850 price range, and these guns can often be found on special offer.

However, for this article, we will stick with the recommended retail price.

On that basis, the guns listed will be £1,000 or less, though deals might be made to save a bit more.

The 12-bore double has to be the most commonly used gun for game shooting and the over-under is immensely popular.

On some shoots, the side-by-side is now in the minority.

In our price range, there is a greater choice of over-unders and sometimes there is the option of 20-bore or even a 28 for the small-bore enthusiast at little or no extra cost.

BAIKAL
Turning up on a shoot day with a Baikal will at least bring a smile to your companions? faces as they anticipate the opportunity to pull your leg.