sjlund Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 I'm considering an Ultralight 20 gauge for a new grouse/pheasant gun. After doing some reading, a number of people say the recoil is harsh, but they don't give any basis for comparison. I have a Supernova 12 gauge, and its recoil is quite manageable for me. Is anyone that has fired both guns willing to give me a subjective comparison of the recoil between the two? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chf8500 Posted July 2, 2009 Share Posted July 2, 2009 I shoot a 12 ultralite, could not ask for a sweeter gun recoil using 3" is about like an 870 or 1100 remington with 23/4 heavy loads, my poinion very hard to do any better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjlund Posted July 6, 2009 Author Share Posted July 6, 2009 Thanks for the opinion! Anyone else? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WVBenelli Posted July 6, 2009 Share Posted July 6, 2009 Can't go wrong with an ultra light 20! They are sweet shooting & the recoil is similiar to a monty. Just remember the ultra light will only hold 2 +1 while the monty will give you an extra couple of shells. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjlund Posted July 6, 2009 Author Share Posted July 6, 2009 Well, I figure if the grouse flies away after 3 shots, it gets a pass! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unobtanium Posted July 6, 2009 Share Posted July 6, 2009 Well, I figure if the grouse flies away after 3 shots, it gets a pass! The problem occurs when one encounters grouses and not just a grouse. It will leave you grousing over your failure to have adequate firepower to go grousing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Novaking Posted July 6, 2009 Share Posted July 6, 2009 The problem occurs when one encounters grouses and not just a grouse. It will leave you grousing over your failure to have adequate firepower to go grousing. Or maybe become a better shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjlund Posted July 7, 2009 Author Share Posted July 7, 2009 That fourth and fifth shot are desparation shots anyway, I havn't taken the plug out of my supernova in a few years. Thanks for the advice on the ultralight! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WVBenelli Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 The problem occurs when one encounters grouses and not just a grouse. It will leave you grousing over your failure to have adequate firepower to go grousing. My point exactly. It's not about being a better shot, I looked at it from the standpoint of flushing more than 1 bird Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M1014 Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 here,,use my 20,,,,,,,,, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkjedi351 Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 There is a 3-round restriction that covers migratory game birds (waterfowl and some others) & is a federal restriction. It's not worth the trouble or expense to hunt w/o the plugs installed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjlund Posted July 8, 2009 Author Share Posted July 8, 2009 I won't be using the 20 for waterfowl, I'll keep the supernova 12 for that. It is legal here to load 5 shells for grouse here. I'm starting to lean toward the monte because it's quite a bit less expensive than the ultralight and is nearly the same weight. The 4+1 wouldbe a bonus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chf8500 Posted July 9, 2009 Share Posted July 9, 2009 darn that pair is enough to make my lab jealous, nice shooters Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WVBenelli Posted July 9, 2009 Share Posted July 9, 2009 I won't be using the 20 for waterfowl, I'll keep the supernova 12 for that. It is legal here to load 5 shells for grouse here. I'm starting to lean toward the monte because it's quite a bit less expensive than the ultralight and is nearly the same weight. The 4+1 wouldbe a bonus. You won't be disappointed with the Monte! Honestly, just having the "option" for the 4+1 would be the only "plus" over the ultra light. Otherewise, IMO they are pretty much equal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjlund Posted July 10, 2009 Author Share Posted July 10, 2009 You won't be disappointed with the Monte! Honestly, just having the "option" for the 4+1 would be the only "plus" over the ultra light. Otherewise, IMO they are pretty much equal The several hundred dollar price difference helps make the decision easier too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TokenWhiteMale Posted July 16, 2009 Share Posted July 16, 2009 here,,use my 20,,,,,,,,, sjlund, I shoot one of the recoil operated 20's shown above and it checks in at about 6.5lbs loaded and it not at all unpleasant to shoot. I considered at the ultra light also & had originally settled on the Monte (until a NIB 20gs millenium edtion was brought to my attention). I would at least handle the Legacy & Montefeltro as they are so close in weight to the UL, but a bit more generous with the wood (& magazine capacity as mentioned). I am still surprised how light these guns are with 5 rounds in them... I also picked up one of the Browning Reactar pads for the vest and there recoil is totally negligible when I am wearing a vest (1oz loads). Hard to go wrong with a nice light recoild operated 20ga for what you want & the Benelli's are exceptional. Good luck choosing one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjlund Posted January 26, 2010 Author Share Posted January 26, 2010 Just thought I'd update the thread. I ended up going with the 20ga Monte. Awesome gun. It fired in the area of 500 rounds throughout the fall, including everything from heavy pheasant to light target loads. With the exception of the first shot out of the box (empty shell jammed while ejecting, and was a target load), it has been flawless. The first bird I pointed it at fell from the sky, can't argue with a start like that. It's easy to carry in the woods, looks great, fits me well, and is no doubt my favorite shotgun I've owned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackDogs3 Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 (edited) Take a look at the Montefeltro and SuperSport 20 ga. I have used both for pheasant and they are both great guns that can hold 5 shells (4+1). Sold my Monte to a friend (who loves it) to get the SuperSport which is now my favorite gun for birds. Both guns have the extended Crio chokes which pattern lead and steel very very well. (I wrote this before reading your final comment, the Monte 20 ga IS a great gun. You made a wise decision) Edited January 27, 2010 by BlackDogs3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAL33 Posted January 28, 2010 Share Posted January 28, 2010 What barrel length on the Monte feels more balanced to you? 24" or 26"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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