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< 16ga. General Discussion ~ HELP----16 ga. VERONA 501---IS IT ON ACTUAL ON A 16 FRAME? |
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Thu Mar 16, 2006 11:43 am
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Joined: 12 May 2005
Posts: 10
Location: South Central Pennsylvania
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Hello Everyone,
I own a 16 ga. Citori and I am seriously considering adding a Verona Model 501 16 ga. to the stable.
Can anyone objectively verify whether or not the 501 is on an actual 16 gauge frame? I am looking for a yes or no answer. Is it possible, in this case, to determine once and for all if the gun is on a properly scaled receiver?
I would like to purchase the gun if it would be light enough to carry in the field all day. I once purchased an 870 in 16 and while I shot it well, it wasn't a lot of fun to carry for a full day in the field.
I just want to make an informed purchase.
Southern PA. |
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Thu Mar 16, 2006 3:31 pm
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Joined: 18 Nov 2005
Posts: 87
Location: Middle TN
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Yes, it is on a properly scaled frame. I have the Model 503 with 28" barrels and it tips the scales at a very well balanced 6 lbs 12 ounces. Personally, I would not want to go much lighter than this. Remington Game loads generate a decent amount of recoil with this weight of gun.
flytier |
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Thu Mar 16, 2006 5:32 pm
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Joined: 24 Jan 2005
Posts: 57
Location: Atlanta, Ga.
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I have the 501 in 16 gauge and it weighs approximately 7lbs. on my digital fish scale. I also have a Citori 16 that is 6 3/4 lbs. I bought the Verona for my rough shooting. I have handled both the 12 and 20 gauge in the 501 series. The twenty was a little slimmer in the pistol grip than the 12 or 16. The twelve was thick and clubby feeling compared to the 16. I believe the 16 is on its own frame. I can also tell you that you don't want it any lighter than 7lbs. It does seem to kick more than my Citori. It actually feels lighter than it actullay is. I really like it for the money. |
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Thu Mar 16, 2006 8:18 pm
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Joined: 12 May 2005
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Location: South Central Pennsylvania
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Thanks Flytier and Bird Buster. I think that I may be just about convinced. I will make up my mind this weekend and quite possibly aggange to order one next week.
Thanks again.
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Sun Mar 19, 2006 9:47 am
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Joined: 24 Aug 2004
Posts: 225
Location: San Rafael, CA
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Sold lots of Verona's [tho' mostly 20ga] when I worked in a gunshop; I think they represent a great value for the money and what few problems there were with the guns were quickly resolved at no cost to the consumer. I even sold one to my pheasant partner who shoots a Webley and Scott as a spare gun and as a light gun for his sons. |
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Sun Mar 19, 2006 4:06 pm
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Joined: 12 Aug 2005
Posts: 54
Location: San Francisco
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Who sells Verona 16 ga over unders? Is there a website where I can get a look at a photo? |
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Sun Mar 19, 2006 4:40 pm
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Joined: 24 Aug 2004
Posts: 225
Location: San Rafael, CA
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Larry: The first time I saw Verona's was at the Shot Show in Vegas six years ago; they were being distributed by the PMC ammo people and shipping and repair was out of the Reno area. Of late they have been operating out of Vegas but with the return of the last small repair, we were informed that they were no longer inporting that brand. There is still one at Western that you can look at. Parker |
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Sun Mar 19, 2006 8:57 pm
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Joined: 12 Aug 2005
Posts: 54
Location: San Francisco
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Parker: Thanks. I don't know whether to be pleased or dismayed at the thought of another affordable 16 ga o/u only 15 miles away. Guess I'd better check it out though ....... |
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Mon Mar 20, 2006 10:42 am
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Joined: 18 Nov 2005
Posts: 87
Location: Middle TN
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The Verona's are currently being closed out via CDNN. They were selling them for $649 with three chokes, but I do not know how many they have left. I believe the website is www.cdnninvestments.com and then download the catalog.
flytier |
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Mon Mar 20, 2006 12:20 pm
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Joined: 02 Mar 2006
Posts: 12
Location: Lubbock TX
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I ordered a pair of 16's from them earlier this month & after my order they only had 9 left in stock.
I am real pleased with the fit & finish of my guns for the price. Only complaint I have is how stiff they are. But from what I hear from other Verona owners will improve after running some ammo through it.
Haven't shot them yet but hope to get out this weekend...MIKE |
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Tue Mar 21, 2006 6:01 pm
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Joined: 12 May 2005
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Location: South Central Pennsylvania
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I called today anf they have four left. I made up my mind and I will be ordering one tomorrow.
Lookin forward to shootin her.
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