The gas system is almost the same except the Maxus is a bit heavier duty with an additional metal piece rather than polymer. Fair enough, the 20 bore sx3 does look like a purely rebadged fusion, Maxus all the way. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. The only performance advantage Ive seen in the field or at the clays course was when I needed to make a shot beyond 40 yards. have heard reports the forends come loose , but what truth is in that I dont know ? Thanks, I prefer the wood stock on the maxus it brings an aggressive look to the forearm, but that being said I haven't felt the duratouch yet. Browning has been using the speed loading function for decades (you will find it on the A5 line as well). I was skeptical Winchester could pull off a gun that cycled shotshells reliably at such a low price point. It's a nice light shotgun for what it is. I like the Winchester sx4 and the Browning silver due to price. I know most hunting guns shoot flat but I wasn't sure if the Browning Maxus Sporting and SX3 sporting adjustable had high POI. Your previous content has been restored. Sometimes I pull shots right and left, high and low. Why do you like the beretta? Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! Sign up for the ARFCOM weekly newsletter and be entered to win a free ARFCOM membership. Since this is so very rarely Unless you're trying to kill turkeys at 60 yards. And I think we accomplished that with the Maxus II.. Browning Maxus Grackle_killer. Duratouch is junk, it rubs right off. Although with all the features that the maxus has I might just forget about the forearm. MAXUS 2: This shotgun stands out to me. It is the worst, must unsatisfying Browning/Winchester family autoloader I have had the displeasure of using since the A500R. One SX4 that I had my eye on was the SX4 Upland, very nice looking gun. it has features you don't find very often: authentic walnut stock, decent Though reliable, the latter was one of the strangest fitting shotguns I have ever owned. ). Out of the two , I would go with the browning ( cant believe I said that ? 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. The SX4 bolt has the same simple two-piece design as the SX3. trigger, extremely light weight and a better than average recoil pad. I can remember goose hunting with a buddy one warm January morning. Worked ok . Because without a reliable firearm, theres not much sense in heading to the blind. I've been asked many, many times to give a brief thumbs are difficult to fit, finishes impossible to match and horrifically over-priced Each gun comes with a set of three chokes (full, modified, and improved cylinder), except the Sporting model, which has five (full, improved modified, modified, improved cylinder, and skeet). You also wont have any issues shooting different size loads through the SX4. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. The receiver, trigger guard and trigger are aluminum alloy. Browning BG MAXUS SPORTING GOLDEN CLAYS 12GA 3 28VR INV 5 WALNUT 11635301 for sale and auction. Fits 12 gauge Winchester SX3 & SX4 camo, and composite . trigger and a lower price than many would think possible. Pleasantly soft-shooting. The SX2 operated slightly different though. The SX4 is most poorly balanced, nose-heavy Active valve model shotgun I've ever tested. Its too bad it didn't. Personally, I'd go with a new old stock or slightly used SX3 over the SX4. For 2017, Winchester has introduced the SX4. 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. The other changes are puzzling as well. But for now, I must say that SX4 is a better deal for the money. I have done a LOT of research and narrowed my options down to the Browning Maxus and the Winchester SX3. It had no problem gobbling them up. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Cost me just under $1000. What is a IMP CYL choke? Im leaning towards a gas operated gun versus inertia driven. 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. I have the V3 and it is a good choice. read a product review in which no clear impression is ever arrived at. I think we saw one flock of honkers that day, so I spent a majority of the morning staring at his gun. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Mainly for clays turkey and grose. unmarred by progress and is over-priced. It has slowed down when dirty, which lets me know its time for a cleaning. Both the Winchester and Browning are very similar with the Browning being just a few ounces lighter. Beretta firearms are pretty good. Articles may contain affiliate links which enable us to share in the revenue of any purchases made. I bought mine for hunting in the field because it is light and seems to be a fine pheasant gun. The 20 did have it the 12 doesn't , I know because I owned a 20 and 12 bore SX3. After a very poor launch saddled with an instant recall, the I dont pattern shotguns from a rest because I dont feel it gives me an accurate representation of the guns capabilities. The BXD BBs performed phenomenally at the range. DEL123, Theres also no rotating bolt head, which ensures better lockup when the shotshell is pushed into battery. You have to be nit-picky to find something wrong with the SX4. A well-built inertia shotgun with a good trigger. The rest are cosmetic differences other than then bolt handle, and safety size. All rights reserved. I don't like plastic. The SX4 is the most nose-heavy Active valve model shotgun I have ever reviewed. You also need all kinds of geara truck, boat, trailer, decoys, etc.to effectively hunt waterfowl. The triggers are too heavy, as always, but . Just finding a place to hunt can be costly if you dont have access to good hunting on public land. The SX4 is about half the price (The Browning name warrants a huge markup). Clear editor. Royboy. I didn't like the benelli's at first because it seemed like everyone who shot them thought they were so amazing and that you were just buying the name. I do look after it though! The SX4 is lighter in weight and has a rounded receiver and the Silver is angled off. But then i shoudlered one and because of the inertia system instead of gas it allows the forearm to be much thinner and boy does it feel nice!! One of the cardinal rules of gunmaking is to not give the consumer a reason not to buy the gun. You pull it back to open the bolt and press the bolt-release button to shut it. I'm more a browning guy because they fit me well. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Its an ultra-reliable, gas-driven semi-auto for less than $900. 1100, its design has stood the test of time. Smartly, Browning has fixed that problem with the 12-gauge 3 -inch Maxus II (Winchester SX4 extension mags can be paired with the new Maxus). Skinny money roll out with the SX4, want to be a baller in the blind ain't no better answer than the Maxus 2 Wicked Wings. The gun's soft-shooting VersaPort gas system left the author unbruised and thoroughly charmed by Argentina's wingshooting. After receiving a patent for his design, he sold it to the Winchester Repeating Arms Company later that year. Theres never a feeding issue when you are shooting, but when loading and unloading the gun, it can take a few extra seconds to place the shotshell in the magazine or remove it. Easy on the eyes and shoulder alike, It has functioned flawlessly in all the SX4s I have shot. I have also killed some honkers with that at 40-plus yards using the A5. Good luck. Winchester makes the SX4 in a compact model with a 13-inch length of pull as well. But the recoil you experience with the Winchester is only slightly heavier than the Beretta, which is to say its incredibly manageable. Everyone had different buying motives and these are just my opinions. I have never actually shot the maxus, but I have only heard good stuff. I actually haven't held either of them yet but typically brownings feel good to me. Aftermarket support is things like bolt closers, magazine tube weight kits, chokes, recoil pads, etc. Its miserable trigger breaks right at seven pounds, which is ridiculously heavy. If you want to be competitive these days, your autoloader must have an oversized bolt handle, trigger guard, and loading port, because God forbid you pinch one of your little fingers where the shotshell lifter meets the magazine tube. in shooting comfort over a conventional stock. The malfunction rate could not exceed 1 percent for them to pass. 8.5/10, SX4: This is a fairly easy gun to take apart for a gas shotgun. The updates are all ergonomic. There were better shotguns in our test, but you will pay a premium for them. Its an awesome feature because these are both areas of the gun that can become worn over time. Versa-Max has been improved to the point where it merits serious consideration You really can make a poor decision between the two. The most noticeable change on this gun is the fore-end cap, says Browning product manager Tim Frampton. autoloader that is essentially maintenance-free. You could buy a 3-inch version of that gun and it was available in a synthetic model, just like the SX4. It is priced right and functions beautifully. This part will keep your shotgun in top shooting shape. It has an excellent trigger, 2000 round recommended gas piston cleaning intervals and is the softest shooting shotgun in its weight bracket, edging out the Winchester SX3 and Browning Maxus. And honestly, it was never a widely sought after-gun by waterfowlers or pheasant hunters (in part because the A5 and Citori are so popular). Smartly, Browning has fixed that problem with the 12-gauge 3 -inch Maxus II (Winchester SX4 extension mags can be paired with the new Maxus). The oversize bolt handle protrudes unnecessarily from the right side of the receiver. to leave one with a sense that it could have been done a lot better. Although Winchester literature says this gun comes with a "Hard Heel Insert" recoil pad, that is not the case. Please "Like", comment and subscribe to our channel. AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own. If you want a 20 gauge, go with the silver. 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. In either 20 or 12 gauge, this ATA made autoloader is one of No other mid-level shotgun challenged it for long. The SX4 is available with stock lengthening inserts. There is no grip cap. Banded Birds - Black Ducks - 6, Mallards 19 (3 Jack Miner) BW Teal - 2, Wood Ducks - 1, 1 Ross and 1 snow Goose (Both reward bands) , Canada Geese - 15 (2 neck collars), Morning . Yes, the Maxus/Maxu II and the SX3/SX4 share a ton of parts, most importantly the gas system. The SX4 is the most nose-heavy Active valve model shotgun I have ever reviewed. I have an Italian made 390. Light loads, magnums, dirty loads, rusted onesit had to cycle them all.. Although Winchester advertising claims it is lighter, it weighs the same (6-3/4 pounds) as the SX3 walnut previously tested. We set the decoys, climbed in the pit, and he unsheathed an original Browning Maxus. Been shooting Browning Golds since introduced in 1995. A few buddies that owned them put shooting tape on the fore-end to ensure the gun would not slip from their hands. I personally chose the SX4. 9/10. The gas system is almost the same except the Maxus is a bit heavier duty with an additional metal piece rather than polymer. This 26 inch barreled test gun is horribly nose-heavy and the 28 inch barrel versions will, naturally, be even worse. 2s with a muzzle velocity of 1,550 fps and a charge weight of 1 1/8 ounces. We all love old shotguns but that checkering on the grip isnt that great if the gun gets wet, Frampton says. Thomas Jefferson. I myself have no desire for 3in shells. Browning A5 and Maxus shotguns along with the new Super X4 are in on sale with special deals at presleys Outdoors. Want to make America great again? Hands get cold all the time when you are hunting and if you have that little extra grip it may be the difference between killing a bird or missing it.. The SX3 did not do that as well, because its Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad was not as advanced. I like the Winchester sx4 and the Browning silver due to price. 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. The SX4 shot 60 percent above and 40 percent below point-of-aim, an ideal gun for duck hunters who cover up the bird and fire. than thumbs-down offerings and a few companies managed to hit both categories. I have the SX4 and my old man has the Browning. 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. Just $1 per month , Brownings flagship gas-operated autoloader has slimmed down and become a more shooter-friendly shotgun, By Updated Dec 1, 2021 9:34 AM EST. I did have the forcing cones lengthened inside the .742-inch bore to increase pattern density. But Ive also patterned and shot a handful of other SX4s on ducks, snow geese, and clay birds. Active Valve runs as clean as any gas operating system there is. The generic Maxus is nice, but this wicked wing edition is fantastic: 9.5/10 One of the concerns I had about the SX4 before buying it was the quality of the bolt. JavaScript is disabled. Display as a link instead, So shotgun manufacturers have turned their focus to the outside of the gun. Maybe down the line I'll buy a Maxus. soft shooting gun and cycles 2 3/4, 3 & 3 1/2 all without any issues Weatherby has done a very good job of continually improving this line and they stand All rights reserved. 8/10. scheme) is not confidence inspiring, in particular when compared to the seven Joe Genzel is a senior editor at Outdoor Life. Red dots and Magnifiers. Overall I really like it. Today we're using the SOSA TEST (Steves' Official Shotgun Assessment To Effectively Save Time). Weatherby But its also a good indicator that you are on the gun.. For the same dollars, It is supplied with a matte (read unpolished) metal finish and a cheap, matte black, plastic stock with crudely textured grip panels and sling swivel studs. Side note: Go with the Old School Camo . Subscribe to OL+ for our best feature stories and photography. Common problem that is now fixed. 3s (1 -ounce charge weight, 1,450 fps) 166 pellets, Browning BXD Extra Distance 3-inch, BBs (1 -ounce charge weight, 1,450 fps) 90 pellets. The God who gave us life, gave us liberty at the same time. Muzzle heaviness is back, though, with the SX4 and it is worse than ever. It is an eyesore, but works as well as its predecessors. Looking at it, I noticed it looked very similar to the Winchester SX4 (barrel, stock, body, even the camo paint). another choke tube system that improves nothing, the A400 line is an advance to Other changes are also puzzling. But thats not the case with the Winchester. 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. You already know the SX3 and SX4 are similar guns. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. 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 exterior upgrades on this gun are exemplary and make it one of the best duck hunting shotguns on the market. I've always found it to be a bit frustrating to It is the overwhelming favorite of Sporting Clays shooters. Browning included all three of these components on the Maxus II with a few extras. I also shot several turkey loads through my personal SX4 to break it in after purchase. stick plastic kick-off, a shot counter by Nintendo (in the Xcel model) and The Fusion is a Maxus before the marketing department came up with the name Maxus and played with the fore-end shape. Royboy. I'd call it above average. the sx3 had the same action as the maxus but I believe the sx4 is cheaply made ? During our Texas shotgun test it was clear from the first mornings hunt that the SX4 was a favorite to win best buy. I would opt for the SX4 because I would want the larger safety and trigger guard. Would I buy it again? It is supplied with a garishly oversized pad without an insert. http://randywakeman.com/2011_Browning_Maxus_Sporting.htm. That would be number one on my list. only MC 312 is one of the latest inertia autoloaders. In the end I bought a used Browning Citori Trap Model. Differences are more in style and quality and of materials for the higher end Browning. The oversize bolt handle protrudes unnecessarily from the right side of the receiver. But it doesnt really do much for a duck hunter, unless he wants to turn his waterfowl gun into a race gun. Its there for 3-gun shooters so they can load multiple shells into the magazine at once with relative ease. It is Browning's best series of autoloaders and several models are in the best value category. Browning has made sure that its shotshells pattern beautifully out of its guns. It used a gas tippet system borrowed from the Browning Gold. If you love the Maxus 2 in your hands and all the added features, don't hesitate to go for it. I'm leaning towards a gas operated gun versus inertia driven. It sticks a little when closedespecially in the coldand requires some muscle to open. Here are the results from the range: Black Cloud Close Range 3-inch No. The fore end of the Maxus clips on, and the Maxus has a magazine cutoff. I've been taking apart the SX4 for a very long time. Pick the one that you like the best. That made it durable, but expensive to produce. | Theres a certain way to load the shell that ensures it will be lifted into the chamber. save you a few pesos compared the Maxus, if you like the raised rib (SX3) and The SX4 is lighter in weight and has a rounded receiver and the Silver is angled off. There is no button under the carrier to press before manually opening the bolt, like you would with a Beretta or Benelli. I am currently looking at purchasing a new semi-auto and saw Browning has remodeled the Maxus (now Maxus II). Browning supplies many of the same options in its A5 and Maxus II. I have fired 1500 rounds through a 1986 model; no jams. The SX4 only relies on Active Valve and an Inflex recoil pad (a piece of rubber that is 2 inches thick). 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. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service. I have been looking for a new shotgun but don't know what to choose. We put all kinds of ammo through them. The 2017 Winchester SX4 Puzzler First Look: 2017 Benelli Super Black Eagle 3, the Best Ever? Adjustability, reliability, amount of aftermarket support, resale, reputation of Beretta brand. But the SX4 has an upgraded trigger guard that is larger than the older version, so you can shoot it more easily with gloves on. FABARM XLR5 VELOCITY This 26 inch barreled test gun is horribly nose-heavy and the 28 inch barrel versions will, naturally, be even worse. This factory original Browning/Winchester part is made to the highest standards like the parts already found in your Browning/Winchester shotgun. Description: Browning Maxus/Winchester SX3 & SX4 Action Spring Tube. Im just wondering how the 2 compare and what would give 1 an edge over the other from someone that has handled both. I am leaning toward the browning but am not sure yet. reasonable seven pound weight and a ComforTech stock that is a huge improvement I also like the wood they put on it a LOT. extra barrels ($799) all combine to make the A400 series one that has caused makes many wish they had gone elsewhere, to the Franchi Affinity, Girsan or If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. The SX4 is every bit as functional as higher priced duck guns. Apparently, Browning/Winchester has done away with any appearance of Belgium manufacture, for the barrel is stamped, "Made in Portugal by Browning Viana." Ive never had that issue with any SX4 (some of those have been the guns of friends who hunt 100 days a year and put thousands of rounds through their SX4s). Thats why the Winchester SX4 is such a great choice. warranty (three years with a peculiar "within 30 days" registration Speed load feature would decide for me. The same tube extensions that fit Winchester SX3 and SX4 guns fit the Maxus II. While CZ-USA is a fine company, their Huglo (of Turkey) made The pistol grip is truly dinky, another change in the negative category, as far as my hand is concerned. But I think that will change with the Maxus II, particularly for duck hunters who are loyal to gas-operated autoloaders. Here's one of the better reviews to date of the Maxus Sporting: I have already bought myself a trap gun, a lightly used 1985 citori trap model(very lightly used considering age). All Rights Reserved. Lastly, if you are serious about trap, get yourself a real trap gun. Thats why the Super X4 won the great buy award in our recent review on the best duck hunting shotguns. less together in 2010, the Vinci has proved to be one of the most innovative and This 26 inch barreled test gun is horribly nose-heavy and the 28 inch barrel versions will, naturally, be even worse. SX4: This is a solid-looking gun. Joe Genzel A moderately heavy The SX4 is merely an updated SX3, using the same old gas system as the Browning Gold/Silver, and the Winchester SX2 and SX3. That soft comb is fixed in place, and it does make recoil more manageable, Frampton says. Imo, it is hard to beat a Browning shotguns. go elsewhere. Sure, you have to change valves to switch from low brass to high, but hey, that's a lot of versatility for the money. Don't leave out the Beretta A300, or even the A400, if you have the funds. I did notice that more of the pellets struck the right side of the paper. This 26 inch barreled snout-heavy pig is horribly nose-heavy, and the 28 inch barrel versions will naturally be even worse. The other changes are puzzling as well. AR15.COM is the world's largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types. So does this mean that the Maxus 2 isn't worth the extra money? Whether you like Hunting, Skeet, Clay Pigeon, Home Defense BROWNING MAXUS Although the Maxus retains the heavy triggers of most current Browning autoloaders, it is one of the softest-shooting seven pound autoloaders out there. I have heard that the sporting addition of the maxus also comes with a case and I think just one extra shim and two extra chokes. The cheek piece on the stock does soften the blow of recoil, which was very manageable on the Maxus II. I've been able to get my hands in a Winchester sx4 but not the Browning silver. And just like that, we have a surprising winner from this long-awaited shotgun showdown! But it also cushions the sting your shoulder feels when shooting magnum 3- or 3-inch duck loads by spreading the force over a larger area. I would not have any interest in a Franchi. Since we tested so many guns (17) in Texas, we picked one distance (35 yards) to pattern each gun from. The front "bead" is a fiber optic tube. How do you put an extension magazine on that for snow goose hunting, I inquired. The Element is made in Turkey and comes at a very attractive price point - $599 for the base. A group of Outdoor Life and Field & Stream editors (myself included) tested this gun in Sept. 2021, at Pintail Hunting Club in Texas. can do without the speed loading feature. Other changes are also puzzling. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Member Joined Nov 2005; Posts 848; EE 100% (99) WI, USA. I made the same errors with the Maxus (I shot the gun with each load at each distance until I felt I made the best shot possible, which you will see in the data below). Theres also an oversized bolt handle on the Winchester Super X4 so you can load and unload it with cold fingers or gloved hands. My gun came with 6 shims and 2 extensions to adjust the length of pull. The Maxus II is capped by a grooved, triangular screw cap. I'd recommend it. Which is the Better Gun: Maxus II 12 gauge shotgun compared to the Winchester SX4 12 gauge shotgun. Inside 40, which is where we should all be shooting ducks and geese, Ive never noticed any difference. I cannot comment on the Browning. It feels like a downgrade from the sx3. Winchester SX4 Upland 12ga | Shotgun Review Target Focused Life 94K views 1 year ago Beretta 686 Siver Pigeon vs Browning Citori Hunter | Shotgun Showdown Target Focused Life 95K views 9. The SX4 and Silver are pretty much the same gun. years from Franchi and the ten years from Benelli. The receiver on my original gun developed a hairline crack at 200K+ rounds. Copyright 2017 by Randy Wakeman. Was looking at the sx4 and the browning maxus, what's everyone's thoughtson these guns Quote; Link to comment Share on other sites. The Browning Gold was also marketed as the Winchester Super X2 in a somewhat plainer configuration. It took It was invented by John Brownings son, Val, and patented in 1952. Theres also a checkered texture so you have something to hold onto. The Browning Maxus II pattern from 35 yards. Both have the Active Valve gas system and the same stock design, which comes with two -inch spacers to adjust length of pull. Posted March 10, 2018. The oversize bolt handle protrudes unnecessarily from the right side of the receiver. There is a cut out on each side of the fore-end your thumb and fingers will naturally find. 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. Whatwe're really looking to find out today is whether or not the Maxus 2 is worth the extra money when the SX4 shares many of the same internal parts as the Maxus. 95 Briley Browning Maxus 2, Winchester SX3 and SX4 Carbon Fiber Shotgun Magazine Extension - plus 8 shots Price: $179. Ive said it before: Theres not much left to upgrade on the inside of a shotgun. 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