Maverick 88 a good first gun?

[MuscleCarMan]

Im want to buy a gun but im only 18, so I cant get a handgun. I did some research, and the maverick kept coming up. Would it be too cheap and break the next day or is it a good gun. I read that the pins can get messed up and jam the gun if you drop it. Would this be a problem also?

 

[Mikewood]

If think you will find the Maverick 88 to be a fine shotgun that will offer you many decades of service with little to no trouble. If there is an issue you can always send it in for repair. I would buy a box of low recoil buckshot for home defense and a few boxes of target, skeet or trap loads. Get the gun out and wring it out by shooting 100 or so shells. Learn to clean it and maintain it. Usually the guys at the local gun range are more than happy to show you how to use it safely.


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[easy rider]

If you plan on buying a shotgun just for what it is, the Maverick 88 is a good, low cost shotgun. If you want to upgrade to a more tactical shotgun you would get more options with a Mossberg 500, but it is about $100+ more expensive. Of course if money is not an issue there are even better choices.

Maverick 88 will do what it is designed for.

 

[jrbfishn]

I sell them at the store I work at, my son has one and I have shot several others. They are basic low cost shotguns, but they tend to work. Any gun can malfunction ir dropped on a hard surface.
On a plus side, Mossberg 500 barrels will work on the 88.

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[MuscleCarMan]

I sell them at the store I work at, my son has one and I have shot several others. They are basic low cost shotguns, but they tend to work. Any gun can malfunction ir dropped on a hard surface.
On a plus side, Mossberg 500 barrels will work on the 88.

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If you plan on buying a shotgun just for what it is, the Maverick 88 is a good, low cost shotgun. If you want to upgrade to a more tactical shotgun you would get more options with a Mossberg 500, but it is about $100+ more expensive. Of course if money is not an issue there are even better choices.

Maverick 88 will do what it is designed for.

If think you will find the Maverick 88 to be a fine shotgun that will offer you many decades of service with little to no trouble. If there is an issue you can always send it in for repair. I would buy a box of low recoil buckshot for home defense and a few boxes of target, skeet or trap loads. Get the gun out and wring it out by shooting 100 or so shells. Learn to clean it and maintain it. Usually the guys at the local gun range are more than happy to show you how to use it safely.


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Thanks for the info yall. I like having a second opinion

 

[Dawico]

Good choice for a budget shotgun.

 

[MuscleCarMan]

Whats a good price for one?

 

[jrbfishn]

Defender or regular. A hunting barrel model is about $188. I've seen the defenders for twice that. Get the hunting model, order a Mossberg 500 18 1/4 inch barrel and you have both for about $300.

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[jrbfishn]

Oh, take the plug out for 5 rounds. You only need it for migratory birds.

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[AustinN4]

Whats a good price for one?

https://gun.deals/search/apachesolr_search/Maverick 88

 

[topduarte]

It is a great first shotgun. I got mine for under $200

 

[TheDan]

I'd recommend getting a .22 rifle as a first gun, but yeah the Maverick 88 is a good enough shotgun. I've got one; works fine, and made in Texas!

My favorite pumps are the Winchesters, however... You can find used Winchesters for the price of new Maverick 88s.

 

[AustinN4]

I'd recommend getting a .22 rifle as a first gun, but yeah the Maverick 88 is a good enough shotgun. I've got one; works fine, and made in Texas!

My favorite pumps are the Winchesters, however... You can find used Winchesters for the price of new Maverick 88s.

Agree with Dan (world shakes) on first gun except you should get both - a .22 rifle or pistol and a shotgun. Also agree on the Winchester over the Maverick.

 

[Lunyfringe]

But y'all don't say why.... it does depend on a few things- if you're looking for home protection, then by all means a 12ga is great first gun- very versatile using different loads, and plenty of power in a relatively small package (with a 18.5" barrel)... it can also be used to hunt a variety of game, from birds to medium game.

But for learning fundmentals, imho a .22 rifle is better for your first gun for a couple reasons that I think on right of the top of my head...
1) marksmanship fundamentals- any shotgun isn't going to be very accurate to 100yds (regardless of craftsmanship, smoothbore isn't stabilized like a rifle bullet. 20yds it will be great, but if you want to learn the fundamentals of marksmanship, closing your groups and getting rounds on target, then a simple .22lr will better help due to inherently better accuracy at 100yds... plus you can get more practice due to:
2) lower cost ammo... now that the greatest gun salesman of all time is out of office, you can get .22lr for .05/rd... and more practice is not only more fun, it also will help you become a better shooter.

So depending on your goals, a .22lr MAY be a better first gun... but we don't know your situation or goals.

Whatever your first choice is, the other is likely your best second choice... when you start shooting handguns, you'll find they are very different from long guns.

 

[easy rider]

Ruger 10/22 is fun gun at the range.

 

[black_ice]

Im want to buy a gun but im only 18, so I cant get a handgun. I did some research, and the maverick kept coming up. Would it be too cheap and break the next day or is it a good gun. I read that the pins can get messed up and jam the gun if you drop it. Would this be a problem also?

First what is your budget? Second question is do you have any other guns that your parents have bought you? 3rd question is do you have any experience shooting any particular guns?


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[MuscleCarMan]

First what is your budget? Second question is do you have any other guns that your parents have bought you? 3rd question is do you have any experience shooting any particular guns?


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I don't really want to spend more than $300. And no my parents don't own any guns, they never have. Im the only one that likes guns in my family. I want one for home defense and just to enjoy(we have 2 acres) Once I have my own house I will get an ar15 if they aren't banned by then. *~* And no I've never shot a gun before, although I did get to hold a cheap handgun for a couple of seconds. I am probably going to buy myself a gun for Christmas.

 

[MuscleCarMan]

But y'all don't say why.... it does depend on a few things- if you're looking for home protection, then by all means a 12ga is great first gun- very versatile using different loads, and plenty of power in a relatively small package (with a 18.5" barrel)... it can also be used to hunt a variety of game, from birds to medium game.

But for learning fundmentals, imho a .22 rifle is better for your first gun for a couple reasons that I think on right of the top of my head...
1) marksmanship fundamentals- any shotgun isn't going to be very accurate to 100yds (regardless of craftsmanship, smoothbore isn't stabilized like a rifle bullet. 20yds it will be great, but if you want to learn the fundamentals of marksmanship, closing your groups and getting rounds on target, then a simple .22lr will better help due to inherently better accuracy at 100yds... plus you can get more practice due to:
2) lower cost ammo... now that the greatest gun salesman of all time is out of office, you can get .22lr for .05/rd... and more practice is not only more fun, it also will help you become a better shooter.

So depending on your goals, a .22lr MAY be a better first gun... but we don't know your situation or goals.

Whatever your first choice is, the other is likely your best second choice... when you start shooting handguns, you'll find they are very different from long guns.

Yes, I would like to know about ammo... Is it going to cost a fortune? I don't have that much money saved up.

 

[Charlie Primero]

I've never shot a gun before

This fact makes it difficult to recommend for you a 12 gauge shotgun.

You need experience operating these machines. I am a self-defense instructor. High numbers of repetitions is far better than low. Guns are like motorcycles. You don't just jump on one for the first time and dive into city traffic without training and practice in a safe environment first.

A .22 rifle will provide you with far more self-defense training repetitions because the ammunition is so much cheaper than for a shotgun. (loading, unloading, safety on/off, sight use, safe shooting, etc.)

I swear if you put an ad on your local Craigslist farm and ranch section saying "I am 18 and need someone to show me how to operate my new .22. Please help.", someone will step up to help you.

You can buy a shotgun later.

 

[Darkpriest667]

I agree with most of what's said here. .22 would be my recommendation as well.. You can get a Ruger 10/22 or SW MP15-22 for less than 300 dollars if you know where to look.