semi-auto 20 gauge recommendations

[belizejet]

I want to buy a semi-auto 20 gauge for a youth female to do 3-gun with and possibly hunt. It has to be able to get a tube extension for it and have different chokes. Ive seen a few that would work but I'm having trouble finding ANY tube extensions for 20 gauge shot guns. Any input is greatly appreciated.

[laportecharlie]

If the choice of a 20 gauge is for reduced recoil you might want to rethink. A 12 gauge semi auto shooting 7/8 oz loads will recoil less than just about any 20 gauge. Once you settle on a 12 gauge your choices are almost unlimited. A Berretta 391 would be a very good choice with more after-market options than you can imagine. Many others would work well also.

[belizejet]

A lot of semi autos are finicky with low recoil ammo. I own two semi auto 12 gauge guns already. They are both too heavy for her. I need a light gun also.

[Irving]

What about that AK variant semi-auto? The name escapes me currently.

[belizejet]

I like the tristar youth model 20 gauge. It's crazy light but I have no idea about a tube extension. The Franchi is also very light but expensive. Do any of the regular makers have anything like this? Does anyone make tube extensions for 20 gauge shotguns?

[gta_spec]

My vote would be for a Saiga 20

[belizejet]

I'll look into it.

[Irving]

Saiga was the one I was thinking of.
I know it's for 3-gun, but is the mag extension make or break if it means not competing at all? I guess that is assuming this is for a youth who may be able to grow into a 12 gauge.

[belizejet]

I just want to get her into it while she is interested. Growing into a 12 is a distinct possibility in the next few years.

[Great-Kazoo]

Buy a 12ga , install one of those recoil management systems in the butt stock. I'd buy / cry once and go with a Benelli or Versamax. Good aftermarket support for both , with lots of options. I have a basic 20ga for the spouse. Without a lot of tinkering there's minimal aftermarket support, especially when it comes to "tactical / defensive" . There's also a wider range of ammo, selection wise for the 12 over the 20.