Youth model?

[kkina]

I'm thinking of purchasing my first shotgun (either a Moss 500 or a Rem 870, but THAT's another thread!). My question is, I'm a smaller gentleman at 5'4" and 160 pounds. Should I consider a youth model with its smaller dimensions? Or just go full-size? Thxx

[stengun315]

If I were you I would handle 1 of each if possible and buy the 1 that comes to my shoulder best. I know thats not much help but there are to many variables for someone to give you a definative answer, arm lenth etc. I am just under 6 foot with fairly long arms but actually like the shorter stocks like the SKS and AK or my wifes NEF 410 youth model.

[kkina]

OK, that's some help anyway. The only shotgun I've actually handled (or shot, for that matter) was a Mossberg 500. It did feel perfect! Trouble is, I don't know if it was a regular sized gun or not. I did notice it was noticeably shorter than all the other shotguns around. Well, I'll see what they have lying around at the next gunshow.

[adaman04]

Yeah, I would try both and see what you like. I have a Mossberg 500 Youth that is a great shooter. BUT, I'm about 6'1" and when I go to shoulder it, it passes me right up and the but sits on top of my shoulder. I think I'm going to get a full size stock and a longer barrel and make it my main bird gun. Who knows, we'll see. Good luck to you.

[blzn69]

I havent posted here for quite some time. However, I have a Mossi 590 with full size stock and have been thinking about buying a youth stock to shorten length of pull. I would trade straight across if it would fit and if you are willing?

drop me a line at
counslr14@yahoo.com if you are interested.

[Gunfighter45]

I use a standard 870 xpress model. I'm 5'3'. 112lbs.
I have been useing them for years now, for both work and play.
The only one that is too long for me is the Police Magnum.
Give them both a try and see how they fit.


Good Luck
Gunfighter45 :2guns: