Hey guys, My D.H old man screwed my son out of his .410 that was given to him by my uncle..Not getting into it BUT, I want to replace it, Possibly for Christmas. Any suggestions on where in NJ, I could find a VERY reasonably priced .410 for the kid? The wife probably isn't gonna be very excited so I need to find maybe a small mom and pop shop that sells guns at really good prices..Thanks in advance. (I'm in Burlington county BTW but can travel)
Advice on a .410
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Hey guys, My D.H old man screwed my son out of his .410 that was given to him by my uncle..Not getting into it BUT, I want to replace it, Possibly for Christmas. Any suggestions on where in NJ, I could find a VERY reasonably priced .410 for the kid? The wife probably isn't gonna be very excited so I need to find maybe a small mom and pop shop that sells guns at really good prices..Thanks in advance. (I'm in Burlington county BTW but can travel)
While I'm not one to give a plug to Dick's, they do sell a "matched pair" gun that's a single shot .410 with an interchangeable barrel that you can swap out to either a .22 Long or a .243. Dirt cheap at like $99. I think its a Rossi. But if you want it get it quick. Their gun counter gets overrun in the weeks leading up to Xmas
I don't have advice where to get them down there but having taught very many people to shoot I can assure you I don't believe a 410 is the best choice.
It's choked too tight n either rat holes something or makes you miss.
I'd advise if possible a 28ga though on a limited price scale they're hard to find, same for shells but they both can be had.
Good luck bud
It's choked too tight n either rat holes something or makes you miss.
I'd advise if possible a 28ga though on a limited price scale they're hard to find, same for shells but they both can be had.
Good luck bud
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That's amazing!!..I avoid dick's like the plague but I might have to stop in for that!! Thanks MTH.
Bowguy, Thanks for the advice and you probably are right but, My budget has once again taken a landslide and he really did enjoy the .410 when he shot it. Plus shells are cheap and very easy for me to get...Thanks again.
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I always try to buy local but when that dose not work out I will check Buds Guns on line. They have USSG 410 single shot for $128.00. There are also sites like Guns America and others that list new and used guns.
In my area I use Lincoln Park True Value Hardware to have the gun shipped to. The last one I did they charged me a total of $35.00 for nix and transfer.
In my area I use Lincoln Park True Value Hardware to have the gun shipped to. The last one I did they charged me a total of $35.00 for nix and transfer.
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I'm in a similiar circumstance with my daughter but she is only 9 and doesn't have the frame to hold a 20 guage like she can a .410 and to be honest, it is going to be a transition gun to the 20 gauge eventually. SHe has a 7 year old sister so in my circumstance, it will get use out of it.
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The .410 on market have shorter sizes and lighter weights. Length of stock and what not comes into play more often with girls then boys. believe me, if I though that she could handle it I would buy one. I'd rather make a mistake with the .410 for my older daughter because she could pass it off to the younger one and I would still get use out of it. I'm never going to push a gauge or caliber on her ow anyone that couldn't handle it. Draw weight and overall bow size/weight is another example of where you need those baby steps....especially with kids.
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Your in Burlington try Sportsmans Center on Rt. 130 . New England Arms makes an inexpensive single shot same style as the H&Rs (may even be the same co.)
Guys I'm not sure how many have shot a 28. It's only my opinion but a great starter. Shot spread equal size to a 20 at just slightly closer range. My very small framed daughter can barely hold up a 20 but the 28 works for her. It's been a common thing to start kids with 410s . I just believe it's harder to learn on them initially. My kids are very young n will shoot for hours with 28s. To each his own but if you have a chance n the gun is stocked short enough it's a great starter.
Bear in mind 20 semis can be heavy for kids, pumps pound them n single shots usually have no safeties besides the hammer.
We want them to learn the safety aspect n mechanical safeties are part of it.
More important is the fit of the gun n shooting w dominant eye.
If they can't hit with it though they may decide game boy is more fun
Bear in mind 20 semis can be heavy for kids, pumps pound them n single shots usually have no safeties besides the hammer.
We want them to learn the safety aspect n mechanical safeties are part of it.
More important is the fit of the gun n shooting w dominant eye.
If they can't hit with it though they may decide game boy is more fun
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Weight is an issue you need to consider. The heavier .410's kick less. I have the Rossi .410/.22 combo. There are 2 models. One weighs about 5# and the other 3#. I have the 3# and it kicks like a mule, BUT spend the $35 on a Limbsaver and you're good to go. My 7 year old uses both the .22 and .410. BTW The front sights on the .22 were off by 3/8"![eek] so I mounted a cheap scope instead. (it's a cheap made gun but a real beater)
The ten year old uses a 20 gauge semi-auto and it has virtually no kick.
The ten year old uses a 20 gauge semi-auto and it has virtually no kick.
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not sure how far it is from you but , give Heritage Guild of Rahway a call # 732 382 4066
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Jim Flynn/ Hunterdon county GREAT PRICE Will order anything legal you want
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All great advice. My first gun was a 410 mossburg bolt action that my Dad bought at an auto parts store(can't remember the name). I recall coming home after school everyday during hunting season and a box of shells on the kitchen table. Gun shot a tight pattern but back then I sold many a rabbit to earn my shells. Some states even allow slugs for deer hunting. Little light IMO.
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I have a nice .410 sxs on here for sale now. Not a cheap one though. $375.00. Its a late 50's Stevens. My grandpop cut 3/4 of an inch off the stock when I was a kid. Very nice gun.
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contrary to popular belief, a .410 is not a kids gun, it is more a "gentleman's gun" for the sportsman looking for a bit more challenge. A much better choice for a youth's first gun would be a 20 ga, or even a 28. It gives a much larger pattern and throws much more shot, giving a lot more room for error. A .410 requires a lot more pinpoint accuracy and timing, and a beginner or kid just starting should have more freedom of error. They have to be able to hit something and not just become frustrated and loose interest.
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