While I have 20 gauge shotguns, I can't make up my mind on a 12 gauge beyond wanting to get a reliable, inexpensive pump-action that has customization options, the ability to get new barrels, etc. I don't want a gun with rust. I don't care whether there's a cross bolt or tang safety. It want a trunk gun for travel and possible HD gun.
I've narrowed to these options ...
1) Norinco clones of the Remington 870 for under $200, new, 5+1 capacity, 3-inch chamber
https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog...te_arms_hawk_12_ga_pump_defense_shotgun_wrail
https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog...terstate_arms_hawk_12_ga_pump_defense_shotgun
2) Used Remington 870 Police Magnum for $280 shipped, beat up in appearance but said to be in excellent working condition, synthetic stock, 5+1 capacity, 3-inch chamber
3) Used Remington 870 Wingmasters with 19/20-inch barrels for $350-400, very good to excellent condition, 5+1 capacity, 2.75-inch chamber -- saw one in this price range at a local store but had a bit of receiver rust
4) Mossberg 500 Scorpion 12 Ga 18" Barrel Flat Dark Earth TALO Special Edition for $450-500, new, 6+1 capacity, 3-inch chamber, easy to mount a flashlight, highly adjustable stock -- but maybe more than I want to spend
Of course, I've already started buying 12-gauge ammo (2.75-inch shells).
Help me decide! I see the virtues of each at their respective price points. I've enjoyed shooting both Remington and Mossberg pump-action 12 gauge guns in the past, and it's been bugging me for years that I don't have one.
I've narrowed to these options ...
1) Norinco clones of the Remington 870 for under $200, new, 5+1 capacity, 3-inch chamber
https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog...te_arms_hawk_12_ga_pump_defense_shotgun_wrail
https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog...terstate_arms_hawk_12_ga_pump_defense_shotgun
2) Used Remington 870 Police Magnum for $280 shipped, beat up in appearance but said to be in excellent working condition, synthetic stock, 5+1 capacity, 3-inch chamber
3) Used Remington 870 Wingmasters with 19/20-inch barrels for $350-400, very good to excellent condition, 5+1 capacity, 2.75-inch chamber -- saw one in this price range at a local store but had a bit of receiver rust
4) Mossberg 500 Scorpion 12 Ga 18" Barrel Flat Dark Earth TALO Special Edition for $450-500, new, 6+1 capacity, 3-inch chamber, easy to mount a flashlight, highly adjustable stock -- but maybe more than I want to spend
Of course, I've already started buying 12-gauge ammo (2.75-inch shells).
Help me decide! I see the virtues of each at their respective price points. I've enjoyed shooting both Remington and Mossberg pump-action 12 gauge guns in the past, and it's been bugging me for years that I don't have one.