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< 16ga. General Discussion ~ new to 16s |
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Mon Jun 12, 2006 6:00 pm
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Joined: 12 Jun 2006
Posts: 23
Location: Ohio
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I recently purchased a 1950 16 GA model 37 and finally got to take it out and shoot some clays . This is the first 16 GA I have ever owned or shot and right away it became my favorite gun .
so I just wanted to say hi since I found this site and you now have another 16 GA fan .
great site you have here also
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Mon Jun 12, 2006 6:51 pm
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Joined: 08 Nov 2005
Posts: 3438
Location: Illinois
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WELCOME--Don't forget to save the empty hulls.You'll soon want to start loading this great gauge |
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Mon Jun 12, 2006 8:40 pm
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Joined: 13 Feb 2006
Posts: 110
Location: California
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Welcome to you! My first 16 was also a Model 37, made in 1956 - same year I was born. Just got it in early Jan, and think it is a great gun. Be careful, not only can the reloading bug hit you, you may find that one 16 ga is not enough |
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Mon Jun 12, 2006 9:24 pm
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Joined: 13 Jul 2004
Posts: 272
Location: Northeast Ohio
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Congratulations on obtaining a vintage Ithaca Model 37 in 16 gauge. I also just this year acquired a Model 37R (solid rib) in 16 gauge made in 1952, within a couple of months of my birth. I've had many pumps, but never in 16 gauge before this one. I was truly amazed at the sweet feel, swing, and slick action this gun has. I initially bought it as a rain gun backup to my 16 gauge O/U, but after having it restored, and seeing how wonderfully it points and swings, I may have to buy another "rain gun". Welcome to 16ga.com and good luck with your new old gun. |
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Mon Jun 12, 2006 9:26 pm
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Joined: 13 Jul 2004
Posts: 272
Location: Northeast Ohio
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P.S. I forgot to ask, what part of Ohio are you from, and what part of the state do you do most of your bird hunting in? |
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Tue Jun 13, 2006 2:45 am
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Joined: 12 Jun 2006
Posts: 23
Location: Ohio
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I live south east of Columbus . so most of my hunting, shooting fishing is in Fairfield and Hockin counties .I dont get to hunt a lot now days . mostly shoot clays when I can
I kind of have a thing for the model 37's this is my 4th one but first 16 .
so yes you can bet I will be getting more than one in 16 GA
next I will be putting it in the hands of my sons and telling them .. just try a 16 once and see how you like it . I figure that is about all it will take |
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Tue Jun 13, 2006 4:48 am
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Joined: 12 Mar 2005
Posts: 6535
Location: massachusetts
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The 16 ga. Model 37 is one of those guns where everything just comes together nicely to make up a fine shooting piece. The weight, and size all match the gauge. The gun is light enough to be easy to carry, and quick to the shoulder yet not so light as to be whippy. It also has about the smoothest, easiest, and quickest pump stroke of any hand shucker going
(regardless of the Winchester folks' opinion to the contrary). I'd say you are off to a good start. Good luck with this gun and welcome aboard this whacky little ship. |
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