Hi all! My state recently passed an AWB and I’m unfortunately residing in a county that enthusiastically supports this nonsense. After some thought I decided I’d rather defend my home with 8 rounds of 00 buck than 10 rounds of 5.56.

I’m leaning towards a Beretta 1301 tactical, but also considering an 18.5” Mossberg 590a1. Either gun would receive a sling, light, and likely a red dot.

Cost differences aside, is there any reason to choose the Mossberg over the Beretta? I don’t foresee myself shooting anything besides slugs, buckshot, and birdshot for practice btw.