I shoot 1 ounce hunting loads in two different 20 gauge guns, AyA no.2 and Beretta 687, at 5 pounds 15 ounces and do not have a problem with recoil.
Why would a 12 bore with similar loading be a problem ? I might even try mild 1 1/8 ounce loads,but that would be about my limit in such a light gun.

Last edited by Saskbooknut; 08/19/17 08:43 PM.