Hello,

I am trying to get a better handle on what shotgun is for which purpose.

I understand the purpose of the LC Smith Field 12 SxS- field hunting- probably upland?

However, I picked up a neat JP Sauer & Sohn Model 60 Deluxe, which puts it early-mid 1960s. Eeavertail, with ejectors.

Both are full and modified choked.

The Sauer is a bit heavier, so I am trying to figure if it is for more dove/stand shooting than upland hunting, or what its' purpose was.

Can anyone give me any insight into the comparison between these two?

The LC Smith Field 12 has the same barrel length as the JP Sauer, both have 2.75" chambers. The LC was a late 1940s production FW frame.

Again, any insight to help me understand the best purposes to use them for would be great.

Also, anyone know if Sauer [boxlock] can handle 'normal' 1oz and 1 1/8 oz loads, or is the 1960s era shotgun best with those low noise light load loads?

Thanks in advance for any tips

Classic 'field' SxS's are what draw me in- that way I can have more than one!