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< 16ga. Guns ~ Stevens 555E 16ga |
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Sat Apr 10, 2021 12:30 pm
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Joined: 14 Feb 2021
Posts: 5
Location: British Columbia
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What’s everyone’s honest opinion on the Stevens 555E 16ga? Looking to pick up a O/U. I had a Browning citori 16ga and shot it horribly plus it also had a problem of not firing the one barrel on occasion so I sold it. Any info is much appreciated thanks |
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Sat Apr 10, 2021 3:10 pm
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Joined: 13 Oct 2014
Posts: 253
Location: North Shore of Boston
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The model 555 is a well made, low cost, Turkish manufactured, good quality gun.
It will give you many years of satisfactory service. |
_________________ Bill K
North of Boston
Browning New A5 Sweet Sixteen circa 2019
Browning Citori Upland 16 GA circa 2014
Darne R10 1962
Browning Sweet Sixteen 16 GA circa 1957
Savage Fox Sterlingworth 16 GA circa 1934 |
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Thu Apr 15, 2021 10:37 am
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Joined: 30 Sep 2008
Posts: 11
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I have the 555E in 16 Ga. The fit and finish is really nice, it handles well and hits what I’m shooting at. For the price, I don’t think you can beat it. |
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Sat Apr 17, 2021 5:23 am
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Joined: 16 Jul 2015
Posts: 2126
Location: Hudson,Wy
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I don't have the 555E, however it is the same gun as the ATI Cavalry with less decoration, made by KOFS of Turkey. I have owned those in 12 ga. and .410. I still have the .410. Recently sold the 12 ga. to recoup some funds used on something I use more.
My take is that they are definitely better guns than other offerings from Turkey at this price point. The only issue I foresee is that the lugs that stop the barrels when the the gun is opened all the way/ trip the ejectors, do wear. As long as you don't slam it habitually this should never become an issue in a field gun. My guns shoot/ shot point of impact, about 60/40, and pointed/ balanced nicely which says a lot considering the lightweight and affordable price.
My only gripe was the modern stock dimensions, the comb was just too high, so I refitted the stock for my own needs. Others may love the stock fit, but I need more drop, like the old classic guns used.
If you are looking for an inexpensive O/U in 16 ga. you are on the right track. I am anything but impressed with the TriStar alternative (had one of those in .410-thing was a disaster). |
_________________ Only catch snowflakes on your tongue AFTER the birds fly south for the winter... |
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