Fabarm Autumn 20 Gauge Side-by-Side Review
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For 44 years I’ve had the good fortune to photograph and write about my passion - the outdoor life. Wild creatures and wild places have always stirred me - from the first flushing pheasant that frightened me out of my socks in grandpa’s cornfield to the last whitetail that dismissed me with a wag of its tail. In my attempts to connect with this natural wonder, to become an integral part of our ecosystem and capture a bit of its mystery, I’ve photographed, hiked, hunted, birded, and fished across much of this planet. I've seen the beauty that everyone should see, survived adventures that everyone should experience. I may not have climbed the highest mountains, canoed the wildest rivers, caught the largest fish or shot the biggest bucks, but I’ve tried. Perhaps you have, too. And that’s the essential thing. Being out there, an active participant in our outdoor world.
All loading, handloading, gunsmithing, shooting and associated activities and demonstrations depicted in our videos are conducted by trained, certified, professional gun handlers, instructors, and shooters for instructional and entertainment purposes only with emphasis on safety and responsible gun handling. Always check at least 3 industry handloading manuals for handloading data, 2 or 3 online ballistic calculators for ballistic data. Do not attempt to duplicate, mimic, or replicate anything you see in our videos. Firearms, ammunition, and constituent parts can be extremely dangerous if not used safely.
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All loading, handloading, gunsmithing, shooting and associated activities and demonstrations depicted in our videos are conducted by trained, certified, professional gun handlers, instructors, and shooters for instructional and entertainment purposes only with emphasis on safety and responsible gun handling. Always check at least 3 industry handloading manuals for handloading data, 2 or 3 online ballistic calculators for ballistic data. Do not modify any cartridge or firearm beyond what the manufacturer recommends. Do not attempt to duplicate, mimic, or replicate anything you see in our videos. Firearms, ammunition, and constituent parts can be extremely dangerous if not used safely.
@MEDGAR001 2 жыл бұрын
I'm sorry Ron, but your dog is the star of the show. I really want to see more of her and how she works the land. She seems like a really good friend to you.
@daveknowles3055 2 жыл бұрын
I'm starting to think that Covey needs his own channel, turning into the star of yours! Another great video.
@exothermal.sprocket 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic side by side piece. Just the right amount of elegance with ruggedness and function. Hearkens to the days of real craftsmanship, art, value. In a sea of plastic and extruded aluminum, it's beautiful.
@charlessmith4242 2 жыл бұрын
* Ron, you've proven to me with your statement about your preference for double triggers, that you are a true bird hunter that knows the value and can utilized the two chokes that are available on your double barreled shotgun. So refreshing to find someone that favors the double triggers. Tells me you're a hunter and not just a clay bird shooter.
@garrettforchrist2700 2 жыл бұрын
Those trees are really beautiful! I just love them!🇺🇸✝🇺🇸
@paststeve1 2 жыл бұрын
Great video Ron! It made me yearn for the Autum days in Lancaster County, PA hunting ringneck pheasants and ruffled grouse over my Weimararner hunting buddy, Chum. There is nothing as satisfying as hunting over a good bird dog. Thanks Ron.
@ronaldjohnson1474 28 күн бұрын
Your comparison of a long forcing cone to a venturi is brilliant! I don't remember anyone else saying that. Great review. Covey is beautiful.
@jelmo1057 2 жыл бұрын
As always, great video Ron, informative, entertaining and love you sharing Covey with us. Absolutely a beautiful gun, well made and I’m sure would make a great family heirloom for those that can afford it. Thanks for sharing.
@jerryjohnsonii4181 2 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love my Franchi Model Veloce Over and Under 20 gauge for pheasant hunting. It so light weight that i can carry it all day for bird hunting !!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for showing this gorgeous Fabarms SxS 20 gauge shotgun, Mr. Spomer
@mikeinlutz 2 жыл бұрын
I've owned a fox double 20 since the 60s. Taken many rabbits, pheasant, case hardened receiver. Still shoots
@waylonlegend4603 Жыл бұрын
The Cz bobwhite g2 is a quarter of the price and looks just as nice and well built.
@donwallace7354 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful and classic. Aspirational.
@wwbrock6727 2 жыл бұрын
Great show Ron. It reminds me of using an old side by side Iver Johnson when I was a kid many years ago.
@zechnarwilliams8019 2 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love side by side shotguns! I have borrowed and shot many, I have never owned one! I love the way they handle and wish I had one. I just do not find myself using a shotgun much anymore. I also would like to see the combination guns come back that are affordable. Savage make the .22lr/.410 combo. If you do not make it in .20gauge, I have no use for it. You always make my week when you post a video sir! Love your stuff. That is my favorite thing about the double barrel, two chokes.
@chevyon37s 2 жыл бұрын
Lengthened forcing cones. Browning has been doing that for years now and I really think it helps the patterns give a more even pattern with no holes/ gaps. You can really tell when cleaning the barrel how long they are
@Journeyman-Fixit 2 жыл бұрын
I love all the Gun world but shotguns really resonate, this is the best shotgun video I have seen yet on KZfaq since I started my channel in 2007. What a great shotgun, thanks again and keep them coming Ron! (Hi Covey). Liked and shared.
@paulsimmons5726 2 жыл бұрын
20ga, been using 'em since I was a kid. Ron, that's a nice looking shotgun; looks like they put a lot of thought into it. Good video!
@luvtahandload7692 2 жыл бұрын
Nice gun. I used to have a CZ Ringneck in 28 ga. Wish I still did. 🙄 Thanks Ron!
@mrbigntall1232 Жыл бұрын
Howdy Ron, I would love to see what you think about the CZ bobwhite G2 series of SxS. I've read some articles about them but have not seen anyone on KZfaq give them a proper field review. Always enjoy your videos, and excellent content.
@youcanthandlethetruth6976 2 жыл бұрын
Those old side-by-side and over-under rifles and shotguns are real nice to have when hunting. Having that second shot readily available will keep these rifles/shotguns in demand for a long time to come.
@timbell7893 2 жыл бұрын
This was a great review. Please do more firearms reviews, especially shotgun reviews.
@joeltowle2737 2 жыл бұрын
I love a side by side even if it's terrible! Lol I miss my 16ga! Academy Sports sells and inexpensive side by side! Great video
@mountainview540 2 жыл бұрын
I have a 20 gauge overlander Side-by-side I love it I have rabbit squirrel even deer hunted with it Twin hammers and 2 triggers
@marcusd2380 2 жыл бұрын
Great looking country side there place looks amazing. The gun is not too bad either.
@Abutado 2 жыл бұрын
The way that you described the stock is exactly how mine is on my side by side in the stock has split
@rsevp179 2 жыл бұрын
Great Colors!
@BigRooster616 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ron . What a Beautiful Lady
@lindenarden667 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! Am so impressed with videos! Just subscribed!
@brianklamer3328 2 жыл бұрын
When the chips are down, a dog like Covey is your best friend!
@jasoncastle4818 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful piece !
@RonSpomerOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
It really is!
@rudyelizondo1935 2 жыл бұрын
Nice vid, I’ll stick with my ol faithful n excellent beretta silver pigeon 20 ga 28” barrels. The perfect all around shotgun 🤩
@PresMonroe 2 жыл бұрын
Lovely gun, but out of my range. Maybe if I hit Powerball in my old age ! Lol
@bustabass9025 2 жыл бұрын
Just received my late brother-in-law's 20 Guage Remington 1100, circa 1970. Never owned a 20 Guage. Have always favored the heftier 12. What's your take on the 20v12 debate if there is one, and which do you deem preferable and in what situations and why? Thanks Ron! Your decades of outdoor writing, hunting, and shooting knowledge is just one of the reasons I subscribe, watch and read all of your content. I hold your opinion in very high regard. God bless!
@RonSpomerOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Busta
@joshbennett2762 2 жыл бұрын
I think a person with your ability to break down effectiveness of a cartridge could do a great video on the different chambering for a AR15 and big game hunting like the common 5.56 300blackout 350 legend, 6.5 grendal and I’m sure I missed a couple to help with the people that are building a AR for hunting purposes but can’t decide on what round to go with
@doghousedon1 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful shotgun Ron, thanks for sharing. Can one get aftermarket choke tube for them?
@ksetterman9788 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for ALL of your content. It’s most enjoyable. Is there another similar gun with a little more economical price?
@RonSpomerOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
Depends on how you define similar. But an inexpensive sxs worth a look is made by CZ.
@husseinshariff1518 2 жыл бұрын
What a great vid I know which shotgun to buy, thanks a lot Ron keep'em coming
@kentwilliams4152 Жыл бұрын
What beautiful shotgun! I am wondering if it can ordered with a shorter LOP such as 14" or 13.5"? Ron, there is a group of S/S shooters who have a match each year. They are called the something like "The Integers."
@go_tigers1527 2 жыл бұрын
You should do a video on 6.8 western rifles agin. And the different grains of ammo
@swishswish386 2 жыл бұрын
That’s a very good looking piece and it’s nice to see some more “love” going the way of the traditional shotgun…Being Italian the engineering, detail, engraving and finish will be superb. Big bucks sure, but man that is pretty sexy 👍
@R32R38 2 жыл бұрын
As of a year or two ago Savage was selling $5,000 doubles under the Fox name, but they're no longer on the company's site.
@colejustesen 10 ай бұрын
My main shotgun is a Fabarm L4S autoloader and it is fantastic! I liked it so much I picked up one of their STF-12 tactical shotguns. I have been wanting to add a break action to my collection. I have been looking at the Fabarm Elos D2, as I want an over/under. That being said, what is your take between SxS versus an O/U Ron?
@GeorgeSemel 2 жыл бұрын
Well, the gun is ok but you have such a cool dog! It's been a very very long time since I shot birds over a Setter. Britney Spaniels are very popular where I live. Not that we have all that much upland bird hunting here, we don't. To tell you how bad it is, I saw my last Ruffed Grouse on my property in 1974! Use to be pretty good, for some reason the population collapsed and never recovered. No turkeys back then now we got plenty and then some. Dittos for deer.
@sha6mm 2 жыл бұрын
Nice looking Gun. Great review and some beautiful color.
@WillyK51 2 жыл бұрын
Very prety gun, have my eyes on a CZ but U/O 26" in 20 Ga., Need a match for my Superposed 26" 12 Ga, but less pricy
@foxtrap8826 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful shotgun! I'm a long-time fan of side by side shotguns. I just love `em! Maybe I missed it, but did you mention, extractors, or ejectors?
@RonSpomerOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
Didn't state, but did yo s ee the ejection after I shot the bird in the beginning?
@219garry 2 жыл бұрын
Gotta have my double triggers.
@MrJonrocker 2 жыл бұрын
Side by sides are some of the most attractive shotguns on the market. And according to biden, they're great for warding off intruders by blasting off a couple shells.
@jaydunbar7538 2 жыл бұрын
Into the air!
@Mark-uq9km 2 жыл бұрын
@@jaydunbar7538 And where it goes, no one knows. Let's Go, Brandon. Let's Go, Brandon.
@georgewhitworth9742 2 жыл бұрын
Lets Go Brandon!
@bruceesterline3170 2 жыл бұрын
That’s what I use for rabbit hunting.
@jakelechner9855 2 жыл бұрын
Ron, do you have any experience with the .338 federal? I have a sako 85 I won years ago but haven’t even looked into it. Curious as to what your opinion is
@simonsaint-pierre525 2 жыл бұрын
I really have to ask your opinion on the 303 british. I heard so good and some bad but i can't find a middle ground...
@xcountry303 Жыл бұрын
Any idea if the barrel can handle steel loads? Lots of public lands are going to nom toxic shot now a days
@TommyboyGTP 2 жыл бұрын
That would be nice in 16 gauge, too
@hettro-cv6082 2 жыл бұрын
$4000 bucks! OUCH! Great looking gun.
@peterv1318 2 жыл бұрын
I thought more people would comment on this. I can’t believe how expensive this gun is. I wouldn’t want to take it into the woods.
@hettro-cv6082 2 жыл бұрын
@@peterv1318 I would be afraid I would scratch it! Nice if you got the bucks!
@thomaspinnick5796 2 жыл бұрын
Ron, recently while shopping online for ammunition I came across 24 and 32 gauge shot shells. Evidently I have been living under a rock. Maybe you could explain and expand on that.
@RonSpomerOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
Used to be 8 gauge, 4, 2, 14 too.
@vincegordon6830 2 жыл бұрын
👏👏👏
@kurtreinhardt6789 2 жыл бұрын
Nice shotgun- I'm partial to a side by side
@WillyK51 2 жыл бұрын
My Mom gave me my Browning Superposed when I was 19 about 50 yrs ago, and from the begining it broke by it's own weight, most break barrel shotguns I have handled need force to open them. Coment? Hate it when someone handles my shotgun and snaps it close
@Limp_Bizkiteer 2 жыл бұрын
It's beautiful, but $4,000? That's a bit too rich for my wallet. Have you ever looked at the CZ's Sharp Tail or Long Fowler?
@loganchappell6272 2 жыл бұрын
Dear Ron Would you consider taking a 45-70 to Africa? Just hypothetically. I know that many other cartridges are much better as far as range goes, but in the brush of Africa do you need long range capabilities? By the way I know not all of Africa is brush.
@RonSpomerOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
Depends on your load and bullet and the habitat. Many parts of southern Africa are as bushy as the plains of eastern Montana.
@Mark-uq9km 2 жыл бұрын
@@RonSpomerOutdoors Ron, you're being diplomatic with your answer about using a .45-70. I'm not saying a .45-70 wouldn't be an effective weapon in Africa. It could be. But, as you well know hunting in Africa is always subject to variables beyond anyone's control making the .45-70 more of a liability than asset. Why spend thousands of dollars on the hunt of a lifetime and take a weapon that is effective only in limited circumstances? I have two .45-70s and really enjoy shooting them and getting the snot kicked out of me. But for Africa my .375 H&H Magnum goes and even that is on the minimum size for dangerous game. I am a fan of the .416 Rigby and maybe someday I'll have one in my gun safe. The Fabarm side by side is an awesome little shotgun. Thanks for the video/post. All my best to you.
@cmr2988 2 жыл бұрын
Please a video about hunting big game with shotguns!!
@bobclouser450 2 жыл бұрын
Ron what part of the country are you in?
@gizmocarr3093 2 жыл бұрын
When you buy a gun like yours you pay more for less. Making a two barrel gun that weighs around 5 or 6 pounds is going to cost more especially it being a 20 gauge gun. And finding one you can shoot well is harder yet. However; when you do; it is like finding a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow. Lots of American guns tend to be made on the heavier side with exception to older ones not made anymore. I wish Ruger would make Red Label ones again. 🍁
@luvtahandload7692 2 жыл бұрын
You would love my Franchi Instinc SL 16 ga. Weighs like a 20, kills like a 12.
@georgesakellaropoulos8162 2 жыл бұрын
Very nice gun. Unfortunately, my budget would only allow for a CZ Bobwhite and I'm not kicking at all.
@coleslaw1000 2 жыл бұрын
That's a good looking sxs for $650
@georgesakellaropoulos8162 2 жыл бұрын
@@coleslaw1000 Decent wood. Decent finish. Some of the most vivid color case hardening I've seen. No frills, extractors only, two triggers, no automatic safety. Comes with 5 choke tubes and a hard case legal for air travel. It's a good gun.
@jcarry5214 2 жыл бұрын
They are great guns, the 20 especially. I have a 12 and it needed a little stock weight to balance just right but it's a nice, nice shooter. Factory chokes pattern great, and having 5 is awesome. Mine has especially nice wood, should be on a much more expensive gun. I prefer extractors (hate seeing shells out in the field). I also prefer double triggers. My only complaints are that the safety comes off a little too easy now that it's broken in and the laser checkering is just not the same gripwise even though it looks very clean. I found mine new for 475 so I shouldn't complain one single bit. CZ customer service is the best I've ever dealt with.
@georgesakellaropoulos8162 2 жыл бұрын
@@jcarry5214 With 2 pistols, 1 shotgun, and 1 rifle, I've never had to deal with customer service and that's how it's supposed to be. Still good to know that they stand behind their product.
@jcarry5214 2 жыл бұрын
@@georgesakellaropoulos8162 It wasn't their fault, not exactly. Not the guns fault. I got a choke tube stuck firing steel through it. Manual said IM was okay for "waterfowl" but it's not strong enough for steel. I told them that was a little confusing, they said yeah we get it and got the tube out for me.
@donniepowell7146 9 ай бұрын
Nice looking gun but a single trigger is a deal breaker for me.
@nathanhileman3848 Ай бұрын
One trigger on a side by side?
@peterv1318 2 жыл бұрын
The price is very expensive for a 20 gage. You never could hunt enough to make your money back.
@superdodo2005 2 жыл бұрын
Hello dudes Just a quick check up How is everyone:)
@stevenboggess9805 2 жыл бұрын
$4,500 is a lot for a shotgun
@wlong3868 2 жыл бұрын
Ouch
@tbjtbj4786 2 жыл бұрын
It reminds me alot of dads ah fox .
@erickelly5395 2 жыл бұрын
$4,500 for a 20G shotgun god damn!
@lindenarden667 2 жыл бұрын
"Cool stuff ain't cheap and cheap stuff ain't cool." Ted Turner BUT..... You ain't wrong! 😂🤣😂🤣🤢🤮🤧😅
@djalmafaranifigueira4512 2 жыл бұрын
Linda arma
@user-vf5xk1bf7y 2 жыл бұрын
Shooting with no hearing protection?
@bigjon576 2 жыл бұрын
Don't need hear protection for game load shotgun shells.
@jaydunbar7538 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful firearm, but if im spending that kinda money on a firearm it's not going to be a shotgun. My old 870 has been getting it done for over 20 years for me and I see no reason it won't keep on keeping on.
@peterv1318 2 жыл бұрын
I agree. 870 is a very good hunting gun can put a slug barrel on it also. Price is very good also.
@mainemade300 2 жыл бұрын
For $4000 ya it better shot good that's a truck
@kencleg7721 8 ай бұрын
I had a o/u fab arms they take the time alll the details. Stolen. Still have the chokes I like to get another s/s 3 plus K ? Make s c z look better
@richardstone5241 2 жыл бұрын
I have to disagree with you Ron on the price. The price can not be justified when you take into consideration the actual cost of materials, labor, machining etc. They command that kind of money because of some hunters stupid enough to pay the exorbitant price. Many times I have been shown a gun case full of expensive guns owned by a guy who couldn't shoot them any better than us poor country boy's with our cheap stuff.
@georgewhitworth9742 2 жыл бұрын
An items worth is whatever the buyer is willing to pay for it. 🤷🏻♂️
@richardstone5241 2 жыл бұрын
@@georgewhitworth9742 Well, you have a point there but I think you mean "whatever dumbass is willing to pay for it"!
@YakMotley 4 ай бұрын
No way for 4500 bucks lol
@mussersbowsboatsandscience6610 2 жыл бұрын
incredible gun, but beyond the amount I want to spend on a shotgun.
@Randyofthe42 2 жыл бұрын
Sorry stopped watching at the price.
@peterv1318 2 жыл бұрын
Same reading comments. Shocked more people aren’t talking about the price.
@jaydunbar7538 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful firearm, but if im spending that kinda money on a firearm it's not going to be a shotgun. My old 870 has been getting it done for over 20 years for me and I see no reason it won't keep on keeping on.
@jaydunbar7538 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful firearm, but if im spending that kinda money on a firearm it's not going to be a shotgun. My old 870 has been getting it done for over 20 years for me and I see no reason it won't keep on keeping on.