20G O/U for upland & trap?

[SurfNHuntSD]

Looking for some input from shotgunners on using a 20 gauge over/under to pull double duty as an upland gun and occasional trap/5-stand gun. I’m thinking of picking up an entry level model (CZ Upland Ultralight, Franchi Instinct, Stevens 555, etc.) as a lightweight field gun that I can use for dove, quail and rabbits, but also shoot at the range. I realize 20 gauge is somewhat silly as a trap gun, but I won’t be shooting competitions or anything. So my question is, am I better off going 12G in a lightweight gun despite the added recoil (knowing I can also load it down) or would a 20G actually be a fun alternative that wouldn’t be too bad for trap? For ducks and turkey I’ll still be using my 12G autoloader, so there’s no issue there… just thought it might be fun to have a light shooting 20G in my arsenal too. Thanks for the advice.

 

[Gspman]

For years my wife shot a 20g for field and range. It wasn’t a competition gun but you already said just for fun. I know a lot of guys that shoot 20g for everything. I say go for it. The only difference is number of pellets. Not speed so it’s just the pattern that won’t be as dense. Let your aim be true and enjoy a lighter gun with slightly less recoil. I do however have one friend that swears 20s recoil way more the 12s and he will not shoot one. But hell if my little wife can shoot it anyone can.

 

[PyroTekRob]

We have a Stevens 555 amd love it. Shoot mostly skeet with it. Haven't been able to get it into the field yet. I do wish it had ejectors sometimes like my Weatherby. But in the field extractors are better.

She does think the 555 in 20 kicks more than my Weatherby in 12. Personally I dont really notice it. And its not bad enough that she doesnt shoot it. I also have a Weatherby 20g autoloader.

If you ever head out to Chino, let me know. I'll bring them out you can try them if youd like.

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