Shotgun questions

[Gun-nut]

I'm planning on buying a tactical shotgun very soon, are the Benelli M1's the way to go?
Can I get the same performance from an 870?
What other options are comparable?
I know 870's are relatively cheap, what is a good used price on a M1?
Thanks for your input.

[nyeti]

For a general purpose 12ga. I have only one recomendation-Remington 870 and Hans Vang. Go with either a gun from Hans, or the 870 P-Max and send it to Hans.

[ChrisG19]

I'm of the opinion that everyone should own at least one 870, either a Police Magnum or Wingmaster. I haven't handled the P-Max so I have no opinion either way regarding that model. The Benelli M1 is a great autoloader with prices starting around $650. The only problem I had with the M1 was when using light loads; it would occasionally jam due to the lower pressure.

Multiple shots are a lot easier with the M1 being semi-auto and all.

Options would depend on your mission, but an extended mag tube at a minimum.

IMHO, I would pick up a used 870 Wingmaster (police trade-in or one with an 18" barrel), take the rest of the money you would spend for an M1, and invest it in quality training. Then you will be in a much better position in deciding which options you need.

[Gun-nut]

I'm of the opinion that everyone should own at least one 870, either a Police Magnum or Wingmaster. I haven't handled the P-Max so I have no opinion either way regarding that model. The Benelli M1 is a great autoloader with prices starting around $650. The only problem I had with the M1 was when using light loads; it would occasionally jam due to the lower pressure.

Multiple shots are a lot easier with the M1 being semi-auto and all.

Options would depend on your mission, but an extended mag tube at a minimum.

IMHO, I would pick up a used 870 Wingmaster (police trade-in or one with an 18" barrel), take the rest of the money you would spend for an M1, and invest it in quality training. Then you will be in a much better position in deciding which options you need.

Thanks for the info, it helps alot. I was already planning on taking a tactical shotgun class.

[Gun-nut]

Thanks for the info

[meh92]

You're welcome.