Generally, 16 gauge repeaters are a drug on the market because they are usually built on a 12 gauge frame so as the repeater gained ascendency in the shotgun market the 16 gauge waned.

Regarding side by sides, 20 years ago the resale price of a 16 was lowest for a given gun between 12 and 410. Today that is no longer true. As an example a 16 gauge model 21 Winchester will bring more $$ than a 12, all other aspects being equal. The 16s with chambers shorter than 2.75" though might not be as popular in the US because we can't get shells as easily as in the UK and Europe.

My absolute favorite upland bird gun is a 16 gauge German piece with 2.75" chambers.

RB

Last edited by C. Roger Bleile; 06/26/12 06:51 PM.
C. Roger Bleile
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