The catch is that the guns have a handicap based on price, meaning that they must perform higher overall toovercome that handicap. Browning has made sure that its shotshells pattern beautifully out of its guns. In either 20 or 12 gauge, this ATA made autoloader is one of Red dots and Magnifiers. I did notice that more of the pellets struck the right side of the paper. Today we're using the SOSA TEST (Steves' Official Shotgun Assessment To Effectively Save Time). I'm leaning towards a gas operated gun versus inertia driven. Reeds make this content possible, so if this content is helpful to you,please consider Reeds for your next firearm purchase. Its also a much sleeker gun than the original. I have the SX4 and my old man has the Browning. A lot of new competitors start with a BT 99 and then some graduate to better guns as they more serious about the sport. The Browning Maxus II pattern from 35 yards. The Turkish-made Phenoma cycled smoothly, handled beautifully, broke clays with authority, and with an MSRP of $669 it's a superb value. You just have to get used to it. The God who gave us life, gave us liberty at the same time. autoloaders are poorly finished, jam-prone and aren't improving. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! If youre a left-handed shooter, its simple to switch the safety to the other side. I will say that forevermaybe. A few buddies that owned them put shooting tape on the fore-end to ensure the gun would not slip from their hands. Everyone had different buying motives and these are just my opinions. Its also much easier to clean and has almost a 60 year track record of reliability. All rights reserved. Royboy. Joe Genzel is a senior editor at Outdoor Life. the new 2014 models are soon to be announced. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Putting a gun on paper often gives you the answer as to why you are missing birds. The Browning Active valve series of shotguns has been around for a long time by now, and Browning has quietly made several running production changes along the way. A forum community dedicated to Shotgun owners and enthusiasts including the Remington, Beretta, and Mossberg shotguns brands. This factory original Browning/Winchester part is made to the highest standards like the parts already found in your Browning/Winchester shotgun. The safety is also larger and square instead of a circle. You have to be nit-picky to find something wrong with the SX4. Its a series of springs in the stock that softens the blow to your shoulder once the trigger is pulled and the force of the shotshell charge is sent backwards. are difficult to fit, finishes impossible to match and horrifically over-priced Did u notice the forearm being loose at all? I actually like the cheek piece for another reason: It always lets you know where your cheek needs to be, so your head is on the stock properly. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Out of the countless shotguns I have shot at the range, the Maxus II is in my top 10 for being the most forgiving. This test has six categories where we rank the guns on a 1-10 scale. Although the Maxus retains the heavy triggers of most After all this, at long last came the Browning Gold of 1994. The Browning Gold was also marketed as the Winchester Super X2 in a somewhat plainer configuration. I am leaning toward the browning but am not sure yet. The only It helped me in bringing the gun to my shoulder at the range, and I also think it will be an added bonus for turkey hunters. Member Joined Nov 2005; Posts 848; EE 100% (99) WI, USA. Common problem that is now fixed. It had no problem gobbling them up. Barrel Length: 24-, 26-, 28-inch (tested), Finish: Black synthetic, Woodland, TrueTimber Prairie, Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Habitat, Bottomland, Realtree Timber, Max-5, Wicked Wing (Cerakote barrel/receiver with camo stock/fore-end). 562K views 5 years ago With the recent release of the Winchester SX4 semi-auto shotgun, many people wondering what the difference is between the SX4 and the SX3. The new Phenoma gas-operated semi-auto is available in a full range of gauges from 12 to 28 and .410 bore, and the 20-gauge we tested was one of the biggest surprises in the test. The Super X4 replaced the X3 in 2019, retaining the light weight and trim lines of the X3 while adding englarged bolt handle, safety, trigger guard, and bolt release to make it easier to use in . You'll note that there are more thumbs-up models That made it durable, but expensive to produce. Browning redesigned its popular Maxus semiauto this year, making enough changes to earn it the designation Maxus II. It performed so well they kept it in the SX4. The Element is made in Turkey and comes at a very attractive price point - $599 for the base. The fore end of the Maxus clips on, and the Maxus has a magazine cutoff. Gas guns typically cost more to manufacture than their inertia-driven counterparts because there are more moving parts to them. The Inflex pad was built to direct recoil away from the shooters face. Speed load feature would decide for me. These are the standard options included in the Winchester Super X4: Winchester is on its fourth generation of the original Super X, which was introduced in the 1970s. I have been looking for a new shotgun but don't know what to choose. While the aesthetics may dismay, it has good shell handling, a The rest are cosmetic differences other than then bolt handle, and safety size. Todays SX4 looks much different than the SX1. The BXD BBs performed phenomenally at the range. Active Valve runs as clean as any gas operating system there is. Mama to the baby side by side comparison. Because without a reliable firearm, theres not much sense in heading to the blind. has done a very good job of continually improving this line and they stand Pasted as rich text. Although with all the features that the maxus has I might just forget about the forearm. FWIW the SX4 is available in 20ga and the Maxus is 12ga only. All have been good performers, providing a couple of tweaks are made. The 20-gauge version of the gun is only 6 pounds, 12 ounces, and is an even better option for waterfowlers who pheasant hunt or are run-and-gun turkey hunters. Winchester, and sister company Browning, have cornered the market on shotgun trims. While quite functional, a ridiculously heavy trigger, harsh Powered by Invision Community. Mainly for clays turkey and grose. Paying $1,800 and not getting that feature is a hard pill to swallow, and Im sure it made some hunters pass on the first iteration of the Maxus when it was introduced in 2009. Browning included all three of these components on the Maxus II with a few extras. Winchester SX3 - 02/16/10 04:38 PM. You also need all kinds of geara truck, boat, trailer, decoys, etc.to effectively hunt waterfowl. Its much easier to find when ducks are in the decoys. In this video we break down. Upload or insert images from URL. The Evolution of Shotgun Coatings, From Blued Barrels to (Mostly) Impervious Firearm Finishes. Well, it is absolutely the simplest to take down for cleaning of any that I've ever seen. Essentially it skips the step of having to press the bolt release button. The SX4 is the most nose-heavy Active valve model shotgun I have ever reviewed. Both are protected by a nickel-Teflon coating (as is the carrier) to inhibit corrosion, which saltwater and brackish water duck hunters will appreciate. We set the decoys, climbed in the pit, and he unsheathed an original Browning Maxus. Display as a link instead, I also shot several turkey loads through my personal SX4 to break it in after purchase. This 26 inch barreled snout-heavy pig is horribly nose-heavy, and the 28 inch barrel versions will naturally be even worse. There's no cheaping out in this gun either, which is remarkable considering the price tag. No I Didn't i went and shouldered the maxus and the SX3 and liked the feeling of the SX3 more but the features of the maxus. I would opt for the SX4 because I would want the larger safety and trigger guard. "I drink all different flavors of Kool-Aid; only certain flavors give me the shits!". For clays most like longer, heavier guns with lighter loads. Vibes are high! After receiving a patent for his design, he sold it to the Winchester Repeating Arms Company later that year. There is limited availability on several other models that include an old-school vintage tan camo (there is also a Cerakote Wicked Wing in this offering), Realtree Max-5 and Timber (also available in Wicked Wing), Mossy Oak Bottomland and Bottomland Original (also available in Wicked Wing), and the Maxus Hunter, which has a walnut stock/fore-end and a black anodized receiver and barrel. High brass 2-3/4 is plenty for most anything. Winchester makes the SX4 in a compact model with a 13-inch length of pull as well. Ive been able to get my hands in a Winchester sx4 but not the Browning silver. Join our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team.Don't worry, your information will not be shared. Fouled with sludge from firing nearly 1,500 non-U.S. shotshells, this Remington V3 experienced just one failure to eject before slowing to single-shot status. Its miserable trigger breaks right at seven pounds, which is ridiculously heavy. One SX4 that I had my eye on was the SX4 Upland, very nice looking gun. Pushing eight pounds and with an extremely thick recoil pad, Recreational and practical applications abound with these .22 caliber handguns. I have fired 1500 rounds through a 1986 model; no jams. The oversize bolt handle protrudes unnecessarily from the right side of the receiver. Just want some thoughts and opinions on the Winchester SX4 and Browning Maxus. You really can make a poor decision between the two. I have owned, and extensively hunted with, at least five Browning Golds. only MC 312 is one of the latest inertia autoloaders. I know most hunting guns shoot flat but I wasn't sure if the Browning Maxus Sporting and SX3 sporting adjustable had high POI. AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own. In 2006, Winchester debuted the SX3 with the Active Valve gas system. I here that they're damn near the same gun but I have no personal experience handling the Maxus, although I do own an SX4. Get started today before this once in a lifetime opportunity expires. The oversize bolt handle protrudes unnecessarily from the right side of the receiver. One gun for all three of the uses you cite (clays, grouse, turkey) will mean a slight compromisenot perfect for all three, but adequate for all. I have the V3 and it is a good choice. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. The SX4 is offered in 20 different synthetic, camouflage, and a combination of camouflage and Cerakote finishes called Wicked Wing. If i was looking for a gun for sporting clays or wingshooting i would've went with the SX3, it seemed to be more balanced and swing better for me. I like the Winchester sx4 and the Browning silver due to price. to leave one with a sense that it could have been done a lot better. It sticks a little when closedespecially in the coldand requires some muscle to open. I've always found it to be a bit frustrating to Best Bang for Buck Inertia Pick: The Weatherby Element (SHOP HERE) This pick may surprise some folks. Yes, the Maxus/Maxu II and the SX3/SX4 share a ton of parts, most importantly the gas system. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I can remember goose hunting with a buddy one warm January morning. I have no problem at all with my forearm. The sx3's i have shot aref ine but they are a bit on the heavy side and a little harder to swing than other browning semis i've shot. Its heavier due its steel receiverbut it balances and feels better due to its steel receiverat least in my hands. hassle-free. I have an SX3 and it is a good gun but not great gun for range games. Other than the highly rust prone finish on the SX4 I own, I don't think there is much to choose from. recoil and backed by the best customer service team in the industry. Duratouch is junk, it rubs right off. Theres also no rotating bolt head, which ensures better lockup when the shotshell is pushed into battery. Berettas A400 shotguns are well known for their recoil mitigation system, called Kick-Off. All Rights Reserved. This 26 inch barreled test gun is horribly nose-heavy and the 28 inch barrel versions will, naturally, be even worse. As this is written, late in 2013, I'm mindful that It used a gas tippet system borrowed from the Browning Gold. That made the gun a little more difficult to swing than some of its competitors. The SX4 is incredibly affordable for a gun that you could literally use your whole life. Once you get out to 40 it takes more skill, and the likelihood of crippling birds goes up. My gun came with 6 shims and 2 extensions to adjust the length of pull. Probably, but the A400 Xpolar is surely tempting albeit more money. It was also a tank (8 pounds) due to its all-steel construction. Maybe down the line I'll buy a Maxus. The oversize forearm cap threads are crudely mis-machined and a pain to screw on. go elsewhere. behind their product. Out of the two , I would go with the browning ( cant believe I said that ? I currently use the one for 1 1/4 oz loads with everything and so far no problem, but might not work with light loads. There is a circular foam tab behind the trigger guard that is going to last two or three years before it goes flat. Pleasantly soft-shooting. Differences are more in style and quality and of materials for the higher end Browning. I myself have no desire for 3in shells. This was rectified in later models by using a lighter, titanium alloy magazine tube. Maxus all the way one of the best autos i use for wildfowling, I do like Berettas but tempted by the Maxus in camo when I change my semi auto in future, Thanks folks, I've heard a lot of mixed reports about the sx4, Neither Benelli m2 Ive shot hundreds of geese with mine never misses a beat. reasonable seven pound weight and a ComforTech stock that is a huge improvement Inside 40, which is where we should all be shooting ducks and geese, Ive never noticed any difference. 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