Less plastic and MIM parts. It was also a tank (8 pounds) due to its all-steel construction. Joe Genzel is a senior editor at Outdoor Life. Common problem that is now fixed. It is the worst, must unsatisfying Browning/Winchester family autoloader I have had the displeasure of using since the A500R. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Winchester, and sister company Browning, have cornered the market on shotgun trims. It performed so well they kept it in the SX4. The pellets did shade slightly to the left side of the target, but there were no holes in the patternboard large enough for a duck to fly through. I used my Maxus for a duck hunt in January and have shot 6 rounds of skeet with it. autoloader that is essentially maintenance-free. It's a nice light shotgun for what it is. Other than the highly rust prone finish on the SX4 I own, I don't think there is much to choose from. The other three are all very good models. Im looking at a new autoloader for bird hunting and skeet shooting. Both have the Active Valve gas system and the same stock design, which comes with two -inch spacers to adjust length of pull. Upload or insert images from URL. All three uses require very different guns for the purest. Paste as plain text instead, Was looking at the sx4 and the browning maxus, what's everyone's thoughtson these guns Quote; Link to comment Share on other sites. Different guns shoot differently. cause for lament is the goofy notched recoil pad that makes aftermarket The Mossberg 930 is a value-priced model that has a better 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. Just $1 per month , Brownings flagship gas-operated autoloader has slimmed down and become a more shooter-friendly shotgun, By Muzzle heaviness is back, though, with the SX4 and it is worse than ever. As this is written, late in 2013, I'm mindful that Browning has been using the speed loading function for decades (you will find it on the A5 line as well). others that offer a clearly better-built product. 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 . The malfunction rate could not exceed 1 percent for them to pass. The speed feed is only offered on 20 gauge models and it is invaluable to me. Browning included all three of these components on the Maxus II with a few extras. . Whether our targets in the field or our targets in life, we will only hit what we are focused on so live the #targetfocusedlife. Now, what I don't like about it: the plastic plunger behind the gas cylinder is plastic. Ive shot the SX3 plenty and was impressed with its functionality, but Winchester lowered the price on the SX4 by $200, and my thought was: that cost cutting had to come from somewhere. (Just a side note: I was impressed the SX4 cycled as well as the SX3, and it has better ergonomics and overall fit and feel). Imo, it is hard to beat a Browning shotguns. The front "bead" is a fiber optic tube. Winchester SX3 - 02/16/10 04:38 PM. I believe theyre both made at Browning Portugal. There is no grip cap. I thought it was odd-looking. The SX4 is offered in 20 different synthetic, camouflage, and a combination of camouflage and Cerakote finishes called Wicked Wing. While not Even their websites are very similar. makes many wish they had gone elsewhere, to the Franchi Affinity, Girsan or Let's get into this showdown! recoil and backed by the best customer service team in the industry. A lot of new competitors start with a BT 99 and then some graduate to better guns as they more serious about the sport. A complaint about the early Browning Gold and SX2 12 gauge autoloaders was that they were muzzle heavy. The firing pin has been reliable as well. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Duck hunting is an expensive pursuit. There is a circular foam tab behind the trigger guard that is going to last two or three years before it goes flat. Did u notice the forearm being loose at all? Its almost 1 pounds lighter than the SX1 and sleeker than its predecessor. 9.5/10, SX4: I am so used to this gunthat it basically form fits my hands. The catch is that the guns have a handicap based on price, meaning that they must perform higher overall toovercome that handicap. It is priced right and functions beautifully. The only difference I can tell between them is mostly the price and a few small things like the trigger guard and slightly different internal reciever. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! I have also killed some honkers with that at 40-plus yards using the A5. Subscribe to OL+ for our best feature stories and photography. Well, it is absolutely the simplest to take down for cleaning of any that I've ever seen. Gas guns typically cost more to manufacture than their inertia-driven counterparts because there are more moving parts to them. It had no problem gobbling them up. I'm leaning towards a gas operated gun versus inertia driven. There is now a reversible, rectangular cross-bolt safety. This is Euro-trash styling at its worst. The SX4 is lighter in weight and has a rounded receiver and the Silver is angled off. The SX4 is about half the price (The Browning name warrants a huge markup). Since then, I have reviewed dozens of examples under the Browning and Winchester nameplates. Overall I really like it. has done a very good job of continually improving this line and they stand The gun's soft-shooting VersaPort gas system left the author unbruised and thoroughly charmed by Argentina's wingshooting. Do you happen to know about what the sporting models are selling for? Personally, I'd go with a new old stock or slightly used SX3 over the SX4. soft shooting gun and cycles 2 3/4, 3 & 3 1/2 all without any issues 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). But its also a good indicator that you are on the gun.. MAXUS 2: This shotgun stands out to me. http://randywakeman.com/2011_Browning_Maxus_Sporting.htm. This gun gave me little issues too. It is well-finished in the Hunter and other walnut stocked than thumbs-down offerings and a few companies managed to hit both categories. Very second nature. The SX4 has also been incredibly reliable throughout my career. It shoulders well, recoil isn't bad and weight is also nice. Differences are more in style and quality and of materials for the higher end Browning. And there are turkey- and deer-specific models too. In your price range, except fit and finish, excellent new design gas system, JMHO, superior to the rest. While you can shoot trap with it , it is not a trap gun. Cost me just under $1000. Copyright 2013 by Randy Wakeman. If you want a 20 gauge, go with the silver. The SX4 bolt has the same simple two-piece design as the SX3. . Your previous content has been restored. We will never sell your information, for any reason. Subscribe to OL+ for our best feature stories and photography. The gun feels more like an extension of you because its not sliding around in your hands like a steel and wood gun might. Posted By: BOBO the Clown. While CZ-USA is a fine company, their Huglo (of Turkey) made One new winner* is announced every week! The Turkish-made Phenoma cycled smoothly, handled beautifully, broke clays with authority, and with an MSRP of $669 it's a superb value. Winchester SX4: https://www.winchesterguns.com/products/shotguns/super-x4/current/sx4-waterfowl-hunter-woodland.html, Browning Maxus II: https://www.browning.com/products/firearms/shotguns/maxus-2/limited/maxus-2-camo-realtree-timber.html, https://www.winchesterguns.com/products/shotguns/super-x4/current/sx4-waterfowl-hunter-woodland.html, https://www.browning.com/products/firearms/shotguns/maxus-2/limited/maxus-2-camo-realtree-timber.html. If you want a price point gun that doesnt cut any corners, its tough to pass on the SX4. felt like a proper bit of kit to be honest, good weight and wellbalanced , very smooth cycleing. Mainly for clays turkey and grose. My current pair is still running strong; together pushing 150K rounds. 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. We have them in stock now! Sign up for the ARFCOM weekly newsletter and be entered to win a free ARFCOM membership. Whether you like Hunting, Skeet, Clay Pigeon, Home Defense Would I buy it again? I would also like to know if anyone has shot both hunter and sporting models and if you think the extra $$ for the sporting models will be worth it. I have an Italian made 390. , very light andvery skinny , was like shouldering a broom handle , very short in the stock . the best imports I've used in some time. warranty (three years with a peculiar "within 30 days" registration Lines are molded into the butt stock and the recoil pad does not follow the toe line of the stock. Ive been able to get my hands in a Winchester sx4 but not the Browning silver. But since the only thing left to hunt in Illinois besides whitetails are grays and foxtails, he now spends most of the fall and winter searching for oak and black walnut trees, and walking behind a crazy Russian squirrel dog named Vladimir. 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. The SX3 did not offer that on its waterfowl models. The SX4 is the most nose-heavy Active valve model shotgun I have ever reviewed. Never seen a 20 sx3 but would be surprised if browning allowed Winchester to use it? There is also a new, peculiar looking, parallelogram-shaped bolt release and a trapezoid shaped trigger guard. As you can probably tell by the custom Cerakote finish on this test gun (which is my personal SX4) there have been some aftermarket modifications made that you wont find on a factory SX4. Subscribe to OL+ for our best feature stories and photography. behind their product. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. Weatherby scheme) is not confidence inspiring, in particular when compared to the seven With very poor balance and handling, retina-scalding styling, an unacceptable trigger and an overall low-quality build, this is a shotgun model I will be delighted to never handle or shoot again. I was skeptical Winchester could pull off a gun that cycled shotshells reliably at such a low price point. A very good auto the maxus - nearly as good as a beretta A400 Xplor ??? A later one went ~80K rounds and cracked in a different spot. The SX4 is most poorly balanced, nose-heavy Active valve model shotgun I've ever tested. Of the crop of new autoloaders that hit the market more or I hadnt seen the Maxus up close yet. A forum community dedicated to Shotgun owners and enthusiasts including the Remington, Beretta, and Mossberg shotguns brands. Thats why the Winchester SX4 is such a great choice. Probably, but the A400 Xpolar is surely tempting albeit more money. That is a decision that you must make for yourself! years from Franchi and the ten years from Benelli. The majority of those rounds were for Sporting Clays but probably 100 of them were slugs after I converted it to fully rifled cantilever slug gun. Its much easier to find when ducks are in the decoys. The Maxus II is capped by a grooved, triangular screw cap. The Maxus II weighs around 7 pounds, and is available in 26- or 28-inch barrel options (except the Sporting model). | Joe Genzel Description: Browning Maxus/Winchester SX3 & SX4 Action Spring Tube. If you want a higher point of impact with this gun you will need to build up the comb with an aftermarket device of some sort. Where the SX4 Came Up Short We all love old shotguns but that checkering on the grip isnt that great if the gun gets wet, Frampton says. 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). It is the best working man's autoloader Remington has ever created and it is a very good gun. stick plastic kick-off, a shot counter by Nintendo (in the Xcel model) and autoloaders are poorly finished, jam-prone and aren't improving. This 26 inch barreled test gun is horribly nose-heavy and the 28 inch barrel versions will, naturally, be even worse. If you are going to use on clay targets, stay with Beretta. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. I do look after it though! That made the gun a little more difficult to swing than some of its competitors. You have to see what feels better in your hands. 8/10, SX4: I know I can shoot this shotgun well. Articles may contain affiliate links which enable us to share in the revenue of any purchases made. Mines been grand only issue it wont cycleHull compx. The SX4 is merely an updated SX3, using the same old gas system as the Browning Gold/Silver, and the Winchester SX2 and SX3. The SX2 operated slightly different though. Since we tested so many guns (17) in Texas, we picked one distance (35 yards) to pattern each gun from. Although the Maxus retains the heavy triggers of most After receiving a patent for his design, he sold it to the Winchester Repeating Arms Company later that year. I'd call it above average. But since the only thing left to hunt in Illinois besides whitetails are grays and foxtails, he now spends most of the fall and winter searching for oak and black walnut trees, and walking behind a crazy Russian squirrel dog named Vladimir. category, in alphabetical order. Essentially it skips the step of having to press the bolt release button. More sharing options. By Specifially trap. I have been looking for a new shotgun but don't know what to choose. Browning upgraded the fore-end and pistol grip with rubber over molds. Join our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team.Don't worry, your information will not be shared. I like the Winchester sx4 and the Browning silver due to price. model, it defines the all-around gas autoloader. Browning has made sure that its shotshells pattern beautifully out of its guns. I believe they're both made at Browning Portugal. It has functioned flawlessly in all the SX4s I have shot. In either 20 or 12 gauge, this ATA made autoloader is one of The weak one year Beretta limited It also gives you better control of the Maxus II. It used a gas tippet system borrowed from the Browning Gold. Its there for 3-gun shooters so they can load multiple shells into the magazine at once with relative ease. For clays most like longer, heavier guns with lighter loads. I have fired 1500 rounds through a 1986 model; no jams. The guns to look at are the Maxus sporting and Sx3 sporting, both having some nice features that set them apart like wider ribs, different stocks (the SX3 has an adjustable cheek, the sporting Maxus is dimentionally different the the standard), and other things. The SX4 is the most nose-heavy Active valve model shotgun I have ever reviewed. Ive had similar experiences with the SX3 and SX4 paired with Winchester Xpert. A price-point gun with a generally dismal track record that How do you put an extension magazine on that for snow goose hunting, I inquired. There is also a carbon-fiber sporting model with 28- and 30-inch barrel options. Thanks, I have the SX4 Waterfowl in Max 5 (3" version). Its an ultra-reliable, gas-driven semi-auto for less than $900. Putting a gun on paper often gives you the answer as to why you are missing birds. The SX4 is light (7.1 pounds), making it a fine choice for walk-in duck hunters. 1100, its design has stood the test of time. or anything that involves a Shotgun Full of gimmicks, including fake plasta-wood finishes, pogo The SX4 is available with stock lengthening inserts. It is Browning's best series of autoloaders and several models are in the best value category. The flagship model remains the Browning Maxus, introduced 18 years ago in 2009. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Easy on the eyes and shoulder alike, So, if youre interested in a durable duck gun that wont drain your bank account, but will function when you need it to, heres is a more in-depth look at waterfowls best value in an auto-loader: the Winchester Super X4. I have the V3 and it is a good choice. Its an awesome feature because these are both areas of the gun that can become worn over time. The bolt-release button is larger on the SX4 as well. Plus, your average hunter should keep shooting distances inside 35 yards. 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. 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. The exterior is not on par with more expensive auto-loaders, but again, youre not paying as high a price for this gun. I have the SX4 and my old man has the Browning. Rubber would have been better, and finally, two gas cylinders. a disaster, the new A5 is a very hard shotgun to love. This 26 inch barreled snout-heavy pig is horribly nose-heavy, and the 28 inch barrel versions will naturally be even worse. A forum community dedicated to Shotgun owners and enthusiasts including the Remington, Beretta, and Mossberg shotguns brands. have heard reports the forends come loose , but what truth is in that I dont know ? Although saying that browning didn't produce a . The gas system is almost the same except the Maxus is a bit heavier duty with an additional metal piece rather than polymer. No they don't have the speed load feature. for the goose pit. Articles may contain affiliate links which enable us to share in the revenue of any purchases made. I know most hunting guns shoot flat but I wasn't sure if the Browning Maxus Sporting and SX3 sporting adjustable had high POI. Nor the 12 bore SX3, the 20 bore SX3 does. I have owned, and extensively hunted with, at least five Browning Golds. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Pleasantly soft-shooting. A few buddies that owned them put shooting tape on the fore-end to ensure the gun would not slip from their hands. The gun cycled flawlessly on a brisk 20-degree day in late February. Since you seem to favor a gas gun I would add the Fabarm auto's. 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. FWIW the SX4 is available in 20ga and the Maxus is 12ga only. Once you get out to 40 it takes more skill, and the likelihood of crippling birds goes up. I prefer a shotgun with a high POI because I don't break any clays with a flat 50/50 gun. Posted: 11/29/2020 9:42:53 AM EST [#5] I . By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. dedicated 391 and 390 Beretta aficionados to shake their collective heads and 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. Members; 1.9k . 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. The SX4 is lighter in weight and has a rounded receiver and the Silver is angled off. SX4: I gave the SX4 a bonus point for being an absolute workhorse and serving me well in my career as a professional shooter and in every test I throw at it. of product you'll have to buy twice and that is no bargain. Never seen a 20 sx3 but would be surprised if browning allowed Winchester to use it? Remington's gas gun is a very soft shooter and is now available in a Sportsman it has features you don't find very often: authentic walnut stock, decent Adjustability, reliability, amount of aftermarket support, resale, reputation of Beretta brand. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. But the recoil you experience with the Winchester is only slightly heavier than the Beretta, which is to say its incredibly manageable. The Maxus Hunter is as well, but I ended up going with the Benelli M1 Super 90, couldnt beat the price to value ratio. Generally, the lighter the gun, the worse the recoil. Im leaning towards a gas operated gun versus inertia driven. Just want some thoughts and opinions on the Winchester SX4 and Browning Maxus. It has served me well in trap and I don't regret it. overly heavy guns are part and parcel of the Stoeger line. Apparently, Browning/Winchester has done away with any appearance of Belgium manufacture, for the barrel is stamped, "Made in Portugal by Browning Viana." I shot at a 30-inch target. Ive used an SX4 for my main duck gun the last two seasons and shot it on spring snow geese with a seven-round magazine extension affixed. It took a long time for Browning to replace the Auto-5 with a successful shotgun and I have gone through the previous attempts: the gas-operated B-2000 (a sales flop, but I really enjoy my 20 gauge), the B-80 (essentially a Beretta 302-1/2), the A500R nee A500 recoil operated disaster (initially recalled) and the A500G gas-operated version, which was offered only briefly. High brass 2-3/4 is plenty for most anything. But I think that will change with the Maxus II, particularly for duck hunters who are loyal to gas-operated autoloaders. 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 other changes are puzzling as well. There were better shotguns in our test, but you will pay a premium for them. I like that. 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). Both are protected by a nickel-Teflon coating (as is the carrier) to inhibit corrosion, which saltwater and brackish water duck hunters will appreciate. Genzel grew up chasing mallards and Canada geese in the Illinois River Valley. Browning Maxus 2 Worth the Money? 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). 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. Winchester, and sister company Browning, have cornered the market on shotgun trims. Introduced in 2008, the SA-08's dual-valve gas system has demonstrated excellent reliability in cycling 12-gauge shells from ultra-light 7/8-ounce target loads to 3-inch magnums. Browning A5 and Maxus shotguns along with the new Super X4 are in on sale with special deals at presleys Outdoors. I am currently looking at purchasing a new semi-auto and saw Browning has remodeled the Maxus (now Maxus II). Was looking at the sx4 and the browning maxus, what's everyone's thoughtson these guns. The same tube extensions that fit Winchester SX3 and SX4 guns fit the Maxus II. The fore end of the Maxus clips on, and the Maxus has a magazine cutoff. You also need all kinds of geara truck, boat, trailer, decoys, etc.to effectively hunt waterfowl. Below is the standard scorecard and guide for handicaps based on price. You really can make a poor decision between the two. The SX4 is the best value is a gas operated auto loader for the field. If you didn't know, these guns are manufactured byBrowning but the Maxus 2 is nearly double the price! 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. I know both are owned by the same parent company, so if the difference between the two guns is trivial, then the Winchester would be the better value yes? The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Todays SX4 looks much different than the SX1. To me, it is clearly a rapid advance to the rear, compared to the SX3. You have to be nit-picky to find something wrong with the SX4. I will say that forevermaybe. During our Texas shotgun test it was clear from the first mornings hunt that the SX4 was a favorite to win best buy. The generic Maxus is nice, but this wicked wing edition is fantastic: 9.5/10 the new 2014 models are soon to be announced. Recreational and practical applications abound with these .22 caliber handguns. The industry standard is 40 yards, but we wanted to showcase the patterns at a more realistic yardage for duck hunters. So does this mean that the Maxus 2 isn't worth the extra money? Most waterfowlers hunt snow geese, or like the idea of hunting snow geese, so they want a gun that accepts a magazine extension. I have no problem at all with my forearm. The maxus is an improvment on the SX3, an already great gun. You also wont have any issues shooting different size loads through the SX4. Best Bang for Buck Inertia Pick: The Weatherby Element (SHOP HERE) This pick may surprise some folks. Speed load feature would decide for me. The fore end of the Maxus clips on, and the Maxus has a magazine cutoff. The forearm is angular in shape for no functional reason. There is a cut out on each side of the fore-end your thumb and fingers will naturally find. Side note: Go with the Old School Camo . While quite functional, a ridiculously heavy trigger, harsh Its too bad it didn't. The 2017 Winchester SX4 Puzzler First Look: 2017 Benelli Super Black Eagle 3, the Best Ever? Ive found the system to be both handy and a pain in the ass. We shot light 1-ounce target loads and heavy 1 1/8-ounce duck ammo on bluewing teal with the SX4. Updated Nov 10, 2021 10:05 AM EST. AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own. Presumably, someone at the Herstal Group must have thought this gun doesn't scream cheap and ugly, but it does. Genzel grew up chasing mallards and Canada geese in the Illinois River Valley. Copyright 1996-2023 AR15.COM LLC. 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