{"id":1248,"date":"2023-09-20T06:05:51","date_gmt":"2023-09-20T06:05:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1248"},"modified":"2023-09-20T06:05:51","modified_gmt":"2023-09-20T06:05:51","slug":"10-great-shotguns-the-ultimate-buyers-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1248","title":{"rendered":"10 Great Shotguns \u2014 The Ultimate Buyer&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/\">Home<\/a> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/category\/firearms\/\">Firearms<\/a> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/category\/firearms\/shotguns\/\">Shotguns<\/a> \u00bb <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\">10 Great Shotguns \u2014 The Ultimate Buyer\u2019s Guide<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p>Not long ago, we looked at 10 great handguns. The feature was well received with many comments. Today, we are looking at 10 great shotguns. Since I am a hunter, and interested in personal defense, I may not be able to cover some of the great sporting clay and competition shotguns. <\/p>\n<p>I have a hard and fast rule that may be rare in this business. I don\u2019t write about firearms that I have not personally handled and fired, and I don\u2019t cover experiences I don\u2019t have. With that being understood, let\u2019s look at 10 great <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/shotguns\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-great-shotguns-the-ultimate-buyers-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">shoguns<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"357\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting a Winchester '97 pump action 12 gauge shotgun\" class=\"wp-image-90360 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-1.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-1.jpg?resize=300%2C167&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-1.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-1.jpg?resize=640%2C357&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"357\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-1.jpg?resize=640%2C357&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting a Winchester '97 pump action 12 gauge shotgun\" class=\"wp-image-90360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-1.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-1.jpg?resize=300%2C167&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-1.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>This original Winchester 97 can take a beating! Slam firing is a lot of fun. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Winchester 1897<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/shotguns\/?fq=brand%3AWinchester&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-great-shotguns-the-ultimate-buyers-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Winchester<\/a> \u201997 is a rugged and reliable piece that was manufactured well into the 1950s. This is an exposed-hammer, pump-action shotgun. The 1897 shotgun looks like it is disgorging its guts as the action is worked but it is reliable. This shotgun was much appreciated in action against the Moros in the Philippines.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-2 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/bulk\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>Variants include the World War I Trench Gun that was also used as late as Vietnam. Even the Chinese copies are decent guns. It is great fun to \u2018machinegun\u2019 a target with the \u201997. Just hold the trigger down and pump the action. The shotgun will fire with every pump of the action.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<h2>Marlin 1898<\/h2>\n<p>A competitor to the Winchester the Marlin 1898 was regarded by some as an improvement over the Winchester. The Marlin was given several safety features and detail improvement. However, the Marlin isn\u2019t allowed in Cowboy Action Shooting (CAS) competition because of the bolt unlocking plunger.<\/p>\n<p>It seems that a shooter firing quickly enough could inadvertently unlock the breech and the shotgun would fire when unlocked. Just the same, the Marlin is an important piece. I have fired my example often \u2014 and very carefully.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"207\" alt=\"Marlin 1898 pump-action shotgun chambered for 12 gauge shotshells\" class=\"wp-image-90365 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-6.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-6.jpg?resize=300%2C97&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-6.jpg?resize=150%2C49&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-6.jpg?resize=640%2C207&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"207\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-6.jpg?resize=640%2C207&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Marlin 1898 pump-action shotgun chambered for 12 gauge shotshells\" class=\"wp-image-90365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-6.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-6.jpg?resize=300%2C97&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-6.jpg?resize=150%2C49&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The Marlin 1898 is an interesting piece of ordnance. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Ithaca 37<\/h2>\n<p>The Ithaca <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/shotguns\/pump\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-great-shotguns-the-ultimate-buyers-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pump-action shotgun<\/a> was introduced in 1937. By 1968, one million had been manufactured. The Ithaca was manufactured in sporting, military, and personal defense versions including the legendary Ithaca Deerslayer. The Deerslayer features good fitting and adds rifle sights to make the most of slug accuracy.<\/p>\n<p>Ithaca had fits and starts of production and is now back in manufacture. The major claim to fame of the Model 37 is that it ejects shells out the bottom of the receiver. While this makes the shotgun ambidextrous, clearing malfunctions or dropping a shell in the chamber is laborious. Ithaca shotguns are often found at a fair price in the used rack. Famously smooth, they are quite a piece of Americana.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"231\" alt=\"Ithaca Model 37 Deerslayer 12 gauge pump-action shotgun\" class=\"wp-image-90369 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-10.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-10.jpg?resize=300%2C108&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-10.jpg?resize=150%2C54&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-10.jpg?resize=640%2C231&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"231\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-10.jpg?resize=640%2C231&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Ithaca Model 37 Deerslayer 12 gauge pump-action shotgun\" class=\"wp-image-90369\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-10.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-10.jpg?resize=300%2C108&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-10.jpg?resize=150%2C54&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>This is Ithaca\u2019s famous Deerslayer version of the Model 37. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Remington 870<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/shotguns\/?fq=brand%3ARemington&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-great-shotguns-the-ultimate-buyers-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Remington<\/a> 870 set the pace for pump-action shotguns with its bottom loading, using dual action bars, enclosed hammer, and an easily removeable barrel. Introduced in 1951 and offered in every gauge available, the 12, 20, and .410 are the most popular. The Remington 870 replaced earlier Remington pump-action shotguns and quickly gained acceptance as a first-class hunting shotgun in the form of the Wingmaster.<\/p>\n<p>The Police Magnum receiver is legendary for its ability to withstand abuse. Wilson Combat bases its combat shotgun on the Remington 870. Pre-bankruptcy guns were sometimes not as smooth as they should have been. Modern production is back at the top. <\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"151\" alt=\"modern Remington 870 DM shotgun with detachable magazine\" class=\"wp-image-90370 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-12.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-12.jpg?resize=300%2C71&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-12.jpg?resize=150%2C35&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-12.jpg?resize=640%2C151&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"151\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-12.jpg?resize=640%2C151&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"modern Remington 870 DM shotgun with detachable magazine\" class=\"wp-image-90370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-12.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-12.jpg?resize=300%2C71&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-12.jpg?resize=150%2C35&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The modern Remington 870 DM detachable-magazine version is the latest 870. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Mossberg 500<\/h2>\n<p>Where you see the Remington 870, you\u2019ll also find the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/shotguns\/?fq=brand%3AMossberg&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-great-shotguns-the-ultimate-buyers-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mossberg<\/a> 500. Slightly lighter due to the Mossberg\u2019s aluminum receiver, the Mossberg holds one more shell in its standard configuration. Since 1961, the Mossberg 500 has been among the most popular pump-action shotguns of all time.<\/p>\n<p>The affordable Maverick is an economy-grade version. Heavy duty versions, such as the 535, handle 3.5-inch magnum shells. This is a great go-anywhere, do-anything shotgun, and the first pump-action shotgun I owned.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"175\" alt=\"Mossberg 500 .410 gauge pump-action shotgun\" class=\"wp-image-90375 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-17.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-17.jpg?resize=300%2C82&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-17.jpg?resize=150%2C41&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-17.jpg?resize=640%2C175&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"175\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-17.jpg?resize=640%2C175&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Mossberg 500 .410 gauge pump-action shotgun\" class=\"wp-image-90375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-17.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-17.jpg?resize=300%2C82&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-17.jpg?resize=150%2C41&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>A beautifully-fast-handling game taker! A Mossberg 500 in .410 bore. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Mossberg 590<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/mossberg-590-tactical-9-shot-12-gauge-pump-action-shotgun-20-barrel-with-heat-shield-3-chamber-8-rounds-synthetic-stock-and-pistol-grip-kit-matte-blued-finish\/FC-015813506946.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-great-shotguns-the-ultimate-buyers-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">590<\/a> is more than just a variant of the Model 500, it is a super-duty pump-action shotgun. There are none tougher. The 590 features a thicker heavy barrel, extended magazine, and heavy duty barrel attachment.<\/p>\n<p>For a while (during the pandemic) all good shotguns were tough to come by. The 590 was coming with a rough action and stiff safety. You can make them smooth with effort. As of July 2023, Mossberg is back on top of its game.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"223\" alt=\"Bob Campbell working the action of a Mossberg 590 pump shotgun\" class=\"wp-image-90377 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-19.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-19.jpg?resize=300%2C105&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-19.jpg?resize=150%2C52&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-19.jpg?resize=640%2C223&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"223\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-19.jpg?resize=640%2C223&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Bob Campbell working the action of a Mossberg 590 pump shotgun\" class=\"wp-image-90377\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-19.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-19.jpg?resize=300%2C105&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-19.jpg?resize=150%2C52&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The author keeping his hand in with the Mossberg 590. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Remington 1100 and 11-87<\/h2>\n<p>Introduced in 1963, the Remington 1100 replaced the little heralded 878. The 1100 is a gas-operated shotgun. This shotgun quickly earned status as one of the most reliable shotguns ever built.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/bulk\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/bulk\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>It was proven reliable with a wide range of loads. I have used these shotguns in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/shotguns\/?fq=CALIBER%3A12+Gauge&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-great-shotguns-the-ultimate-buyers-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">12 gauge<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/shotguns\/?fq=CALIBER%3A20+Gauge&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-great-shotguns-the-ultimate-buyers-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">20 gauge<\/a>, and cannot recall an unqualified malfunction. They are solid and reliable, and there seems to be no bad run or production era.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"216\" alt=\"Remington 11-87 12 gauge shotgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-image-90380 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-22.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-22.jpg?resize=300%2C101&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-22.jpg?resize=150%2C51&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-22.jpg?resize=640%2C216&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"216\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-22.jpg?resize=640%2C216&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Remington 11-87 12 gauge shotgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-image-90380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-22.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-22.jpg?resize=300%2C101&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-22.jpg?resize=150%2C51&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The author\u2019s well used and most trusted Remington 11-87. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Benelli M1 Super 90<\/h2>\n<p>Introduced in 1967, Benelli\u2019s Inertia-driven action is among the most reliable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/shotguns\/semi-automatic\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-great-shotguns-the-ultimate-buyers-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">semi-auto shotgun<\/a> actions. Forgiving of cold, heat, or dust, the Benelli system introduced space age reliability to shotgunning. One of my shotguns is a Heckler &amp; Koch marked Benelli M1.<\/p>\n<p>Benelli shotguns were once imported by HK. This is as reliable a shotgun as I have ever fired. Although I have excellent experience with other makes, including the Remington V3, nothing gives me the confidence of this old warrior.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"178\" alt=\"Benelli Super 90 12 gauge shotgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-image-90381 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-23.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-23.jpg?resize=300%2C83&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-23.jpg?resize=150%2C42&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-23.jpg?resize=640%2C178&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"178\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-23.jpg?resize=640%2C178&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Benelli Super 90 12 gauge shotgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-image-90381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-23.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-23.jpg?resize=300%2C83&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-23.jpg?resize=150%2C42&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>It is difficult to mark one as a favorite shotgun but the Benelli Super 90 is in the running! <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Remington V3<\/h2>\n<p>The Remington V3 is a gas-operated shotgun similar in many ways to the Benelli M4 \u2014 Benelli\u2019s gas-operated military variant. The pandemic and Remington\u2019s bankruptcy curtailed the Versa Max shotgun\u2019s acceptance. The V3 Tactical has proven reliable, effective, and fast handling. An extended bolt release, extended cocking handle, and express-type <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/shotgun-sights-important-rifle-sights-understood\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sights<\/a> are modern features lacking on my older Benelli. The rub is\u2026 Will Remington make the V3 available in the near future?<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"133\" alt=\"Remington V3 shotgun with green receiver\" class=\"wp-image-90385 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-27.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-27.jpg?resize=300%2C63&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-27.jpg?resize=150%2C31&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-27.jpg?resize=640%2C133&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"133\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-27.jpg?resize=640%2C133&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Remington V3 shotgun with green receiver\" class=\"wp-image-90385\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-27.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-27.jpg?resize=300%2C63&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-27.jpg?resize=150%2C31&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>If you own one of these V3 Tactical shotguns, you are lucky! <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Mossberg 940 Pro<\/h2>\n<p>This shotgun is affordable but offers reliability and fast handling in shotgun competition. I love my Mossberg 930, and I am getting into the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/mossberg-940-jm-pro-12-gauge-semi-auto-shotgun-24-barrel-9-rounds-fiber-optic-sight-black-synthetic-furniture-matte-blued-finish\/FC-015813851114.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-great-shotguns-the-ultimate-buyers-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">940<\/a>. The two are comparable while the 940 demands less cleaning in the long run.<\/p>\n<p>While I\u2019ll tell you that these are excellent shotguns, don\u2019t ask me. Jerry Miculek, and his daughter Lena, have won many matches with these shotguns. Ordinary mortals (such as I) also put the Mossberg automatic to good use.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"151\" alt=\"Mossberg 940 Pro 12 gauge shotgun\" class=\"wp-image-90387 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-29.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-29.jpg?resize=300%2C71&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-29.jpg?resize=150%2C35&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-29.jpg?resize=640%2C151&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"151\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-29.jpg?resize=640%2C151&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Mossberg 940 Pro 12 gauge shotgun\" class=\"wp-image-90387\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-29.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-29.jpg?resize=300%2C71&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-29.jpg?resize=150%2C35&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Rugged, reliable, and completely modern, the Mossberg 940 is a great shotgun. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>These are my 10 greatest shotguns. A trap shooter or a duck hunter will naturally have different choices, and I would love to hear from you!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Did your favorite shotgun make the author\u2019s list? Which shotguns would have added to the 10 greatest list? Share your answers in the Comment section.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\" data-effect=\"slide\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper-container\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Wilson Combat custom shotguns based on the Remington 870 design\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90372 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90372\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-14.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-14.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-14.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-14.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Wilson Combat custom shotguns based on the Remington 870 design\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90372\" data-id=\"90372\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-14.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-14.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-14.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-14.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Custom makers base their shotguns on the proven 870. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"389\" alt=\"Winchester Model 97 pump-action shotgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90363 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90363\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-4.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-4.jpg?resize=300%2C182&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-4.jpg?resize=150%2C91&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-4.jpg?resize=640%2C389&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"389\" alt=\"Winchester Model 97 pump-action shotgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90363\" data-id=\"90363\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-4.jpg?resize=640%2C389&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-4.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-4.jpg?resize=300%2C182&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-4.jpg?resize=150%2C91&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Winchester\u2019s \u201997 pump has proven reliable in all types of weather.  <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"359\" alt=\"The Winchester action is exposed as the pump is operated.\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90362 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90362\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-3.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-3.jpg?resize=300%2C168&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-3.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-3.jpg?resize=640%2C359&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"359\" alt=\"The Winchester action is exposed as the pump is operated.\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90362\" data-id=\"90362\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-3.jpg?resize=640%2C359&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-3.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-3.jpg?resize=300%2C168&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-3.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The Winchester action is exposed as the pump is operated. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"189\" alt=\"Chinese copy of the Winchester 1897\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90361 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90361\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-2.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-2.jpg?resize=300%2C88&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-2.jpg?resize=150%2C44&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-2.jpg?resize=640%2C189&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"189\" alt=\"Chinese copy of the Winchester 1897\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90361\" data-id=\"90361\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-2.jpg?resize=640%2C189&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-2.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-2.jpg?resize=300%2C88&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-2.jpg?resize=150%2C44&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">This is a Chinese copy of the Winchester 1897. They are smooth with use. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"357\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting a Winchester '97 pump action 12 gauge shotgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90360 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90360\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-1.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-1.jpg?resize=300%2C167&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-1.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-1.jpg?resize=640%2C357&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"357\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting a Winchester '97 pump action 12 gauge shotgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90360\" data-id=\"90360\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-1.jpg?resize=640%2C357&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-1.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-1.jpg?resize=300%2C167&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-1.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">This original Winchester 97 can take a beating! Slam firing is a lot of fun. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"231\" alt=\"Ithaca Model 37 Deerslayer 12 gauge pump-action shotgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90369 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90369\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-10.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-10.jpg?resize=300%2C108&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-10.jpg?resize=150%2C54&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-10.jpg?resize=640%2C231&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"231\" alt=\"Ithaca Model 37 Deerslayer 12 gauge pump-action shotgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90369\" data-id=\"90369\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-10.jpg?resize=640%2C231&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-10.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-10.jpg?resize=300%2C108&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-10.jpg?resize=150%2C54&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">This is Ithaca\u2019s famous Deerslayer version of the Model 37. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"138\" alt=\"Ithaca 37 12 gauge pump action shotgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90368 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90368\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-9.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-9.jpg?resize=300%2C65&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-9.jpg?resize=150%2C32&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-9.jpg?resize=640%2C138&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"138\" alt=\"Ithaca 37 12 gauge pump action shotgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90368\" data-id=\"90368\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-9.jpg?resize=640%2C138&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-9.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-9.jpg?resize=300%2C65&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-9.jpg?resize=150%2C32&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The Ithaca 37 is seldom seen but a good shotgun, nonetheless. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"441\" alt=\"Bolt release on a Marlin pump action shotgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90367 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90367\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-8.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-8.jpg?resize=300%2C207&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-8.jpg?resize=150%2C103&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-8.jpg?resize=640%2C441&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"441\" alt=\"Bolt release on a Marlin pump action shotgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90367\" data-id=\"90367\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-8.jpg?resize=640%2C441&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-8.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-8.jpg?resize=300%2C207&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-8.jpg?resize=150%2C103&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">While it was smart to add a bolt release to the pump-action shotgun, the location has caused problems. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"397\" alt=\"Marlin pump-action 12 gauge shotgun action with the hammer to the rear\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90366 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90366\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-7.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-7.jpg?resize=300%2C186&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-7.jpg?resize=150%2C93&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-7.jpg?resize=640%2C397&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"397\" alt=\"Marlin pump-action 12 gauge shotgun action with the hammer to the rear\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90366\" data-id=\"90366\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-7.jpg?resize=640%2C397&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-7.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-7.jpg?resize=300%2C186&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-7.jpg?resize=150%2C93&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Maybe the Marlin isn\u2019t as slick as the Winchester, but\u2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"207\" alt=\"Marlin 1898 pump-action shotgun chambered for 12 gauge shotshells\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90365 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90365\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-6.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-6.jpg?resize=300%2C97&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-6.jpg?resize=150%2C49&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-6.jpg?resize=640%2C207&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"207\" alt=\"Marlin 1898 pump-action shotgun chambered for 12 gauge shotshells\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90365\" data-id=\"90365\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-6.jpg?resize=640%2C207&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-6.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-6.jpg?resize=300%2C97&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-6.jpg?resize=150%2C49&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The Marlin 1898 is an interesting piece of ordnance. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"614\" height=\"425\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting a pump-action 12 gauge shotgun from behind a barrel\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90364 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90364\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-5.jpg?w=614&amp;ssl=1 614w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-5.jpg?resize=300%2C208&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-5.jpg?resize=150%2C104&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 614px) 100vw, 614px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-5.jpg?resize=614%2C425&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"614\" height=\"425\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting a pump-action 12 gauge shotgun from behind a barrel\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90364\" data-id=\"90364\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-5.jpg?resize=614%2C425&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-5.jpg?w=614&amp;ssl=1 614w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-5.jpg?resize=300%2C208&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-5.jpg?resize=150%2C104&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 614px) 100vw, 614px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">You can still raise hell with an antique shotgun! <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"175\" alt=\"Mossberg 500 .410 gauge pump-action shotgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90375 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90375\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-17.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-17.jpg?resize=300%2C82&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-17.jpg?resize=150%2C41&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-17.jpg?resize=640%2C175&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"175\" alt=\"Mossberg 500 .410 gauge pump-action shotgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90375\" data-id=\"90375\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-17.jpg?resize=640%2C175&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-17.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-17.jpg?resize=300%2C82&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-17.jpg?resize=150%2C41&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">A beautifully-fast-handling game taker! A Mossberg 500 in .410 bore. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"184\" alt=\"Mossberg pump-action shotgun, left profile\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90374 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90374\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-16.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-16.jpg?resize=300%2C86&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-16.jpg?resize=150%2C43&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-16.jpg?resize=640%2C184&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"184\" alt=\"Mossberg pump-action shotgun, left profile\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90374\" data-id=\"90374\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-16.jpg?resize=640%2C184&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-16.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-16.jpg?resize=300%2C86&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-16.jpg?resize=150%2C43&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">This is a high grade, bright blue finish Mossberg. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"235\" alt=\"Mossberg 500 12 gauge shotgun (top), Remington 870 pump shotgun (bottom)\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90373 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90373\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-15.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-15.jpg?resize=300%2C110&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-15.jpg?resize=150%2C55&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-15.jpg?resize=640%2C235&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"235\" alt=\"Mossberg 500 12 gauge shotgun (top), Remington 870 pump shotgun (bottom)\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90373\" data-id=\"90373\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-15.jpg?resize=640%2C235&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-15.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-15.jpg?resize=300%2C110&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-15.jpg?resize=150%2C55&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The giants in the pump-action shotgun field- Mossberg, top, Remington, below. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"491\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting a Remington 870 pump-action shotgun with detachable magazine using a car for cover\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90371 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90371\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-13.jpg?w=491&amp;ssl=1 491w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-13.jpg?resize=256%2C300&amp;ssl=1 256w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-13.jpg?resize=150%2C176&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 491px) 100vw, 491px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-13.jpg?resize=491%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"491\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting a Remington 870 pump-action shotgun with detachable magazine using a car for cover\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90371\" data-id=\"90371\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-13.jpg?resize=491%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-13.jpg?w=491&amp;ssl=1 491w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-13.jpg?resize=256%2C300&amp;ssl=1 256w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-13.jpg?resize=150%2C176&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 491px) 100vw, 491px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">A Remington 870 is a great tactical shotgun. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"151\" alt=\"modern Remington 870 DM shotgun with detachable magazine\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90370 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90370\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-12.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-12.jpg?resize=300%2C71&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-12.jpg?resize=150%2C35&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-12.jpg?resize=640%2C151&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"151\" alt=\"modern Remington 870 DM shotgun with detachable magazine\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90370\" data-id=\"90370\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-12.jpg?resize=640%2C151&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-12.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-12.jpg?resize=300%2C71&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-12.jpg?resize=150%2C35&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The modern Remington 870 DM detachable-magazine version is the latest 870. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"178\" alt=\"Benelli Super 90 12 gauge shotgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90381 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90381\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-23.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-23.jpg?resize=300%2C83&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-23.jpg?resize=150%2C42&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-23.jpg?resize=640%2C178&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"178\" alt=\"Benelli Super 90 12 gauge shotgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90381\" data-id=\"90381\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-23.jpg?resize=640%2C178&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-23.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-23.jpg?resize=300%2C83&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-23.jpg?resize=150%2C42&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">It is difficult to mark one as a favorite shotgun but the Benelli Super 90 is in the running! <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"216\" alt=\"Remington 11-87 12 gauge shotgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90380 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90380\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-22.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-22.jpg?resize=300%2C101&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-22.jpg?resize=150%2C51&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-22.jpg?resize=640%2C216&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"216\" alt=\"Remington 11-87 12 gauge shotgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90380\" data-id=\"90380\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-22.jpg?resize=640%2C216&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-22.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-22.jpg?resize=300%2C101&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-22.jpg?resize=150%2C51&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The author\u2019s well used and most trusted Remington 11-87. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"162\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90379 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90379\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-21.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-21.jpg?resize=300%2C76&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-21.jpg?resize=150%2C38&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-21.jpg?resize=640%2C162&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"162\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90379\" data-id=\"90379\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-21.jpg?resize=640%2C162&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-21.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-21.jpg?resize=300%2C76&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-21.jpg?resize=150%2C38&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Will these shotguns be available again soon? Only, time will tell. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"609\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Remington shotgun action\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90378 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90378\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-20.jpg?w=609&amp;ssl=1 609w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-20.jpg?resize=300%2C284&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-20.jpg?resize=150%2C142&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 609px) 100vw, 609px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-20.jpg?resize=609%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"609\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Remington shotgun action\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90378\" data-id=\"90378\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-20.jpg?resize=609%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-20.jpg?w=609&amp;ssl=1 609w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-20.jpg?resize=300%2C284&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-20.jpg?resize=150%2C142&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 609px) 100vw, 609px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Remington\u2019s affordable automatic shotguns have given good service for decades. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"223\" alt=\"Bob Campbell working the action of a Mossberg 590 pump shotgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90377 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90377\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-19.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-19.jpg?resize=300%2C105&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-19.jpg?resize=150%2C52&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-19.jpg?resize=640%2C223&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"223\" alt=\"Bob Campbell working the action of a Mossberg 590 pump shotgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90377\" data-id=\"90377\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-19.jpg?resize=640%2C223&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-19.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-19.jpg?resize=300%2C105&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-19.jpg?resize=150%2C52&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The author keeping his hand in with the Mossberg 590. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"150\" alt=\"Mossberg 590 pump-action shotgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90376 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90376\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-18.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-18.jpg?resize=300%2C70&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-18.jpg?resize=150%2C35&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-18.jpg?resize=640%2C150&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"150\" alt=\"Mossberg 590 pump-action shotgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90376\" data-id=\"90376\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-18.jpg?resize=640%2C150&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-18.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-18.jpg?resize=300%2C70&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-18.jpg?resize=150%2C35&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Mossberg\u2019s legendary 590 is a rugged and reliable shotgun. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"151\" alt=\"Mossberg 940 Pro 12 gauge shotgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90387 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90387\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-29.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-29.jpg?resize=300%2C71&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-29.jpg?resize=150%2C35&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-29.jpg?resize=640%2C151&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"151\" alt=\"Mossberg 940 Pro 12 gauge shotgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90387\" data-id=\"90387\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-29.jpg?resize=640%2C151&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-29.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-29.jpg?resize=300%2C71&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-29.jpg?resize=150%2C35&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Rugged, reliable, and completely modern, the Mossberg 940 is a great shotgun. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Jerry Miculek running the Mossberg 940\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90386 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90386\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-28.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-28.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-28.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-28.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Jerry Miculek running the Mossberg 940\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90386\" data-id=\"90386\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-28.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-28.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-28.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-28.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Jerry Miculek homing in with his Mossberg 940. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"133\" alt=\"Remington V3 shotgun with green receiver\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90385 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90385\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-27.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-27.jpg?resize=300%2C63&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-27.jpg?resize=150%2C31&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-27.jpg?resize=640%2C133&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"133\" alt=\"Remington V3 shotgun with green receiver\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90385\" data-id=\"90385\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-27.jpg?resize=640%2C133&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-27.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-27.jpg?resize=300%2C63&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-27.jpg?resize=150%2C31&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">If you own one of these V3 Tactical shotguns, you are lucky! <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"286\" alt=\"Remington V3 Tactical 12 gauge shotgun expelling a shotshell\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90384 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90384\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-26.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-26.jpg?resize=300%2C134&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-26.jpg?resize=150%2C67&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-26.jpg?resize=640%2C286&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"286\" alt=\"Remington V3 Tactical 12 gauge shotgun expelling a shotshell\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90384\" data-id=\"90384\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-26.jpg?resize=640%2C286&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-26.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-26.jpg?resize=300%2C134&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-26.jpg?resize=150%2C67&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Doing what it does best, spitting out shells without complaint! The V3 Tactical is a great shotgun. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"134\" alt=\"Remington Versa Max shotgun, 12 gauge, right profile\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90383 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90383\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-25.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-25.jpg?resize=300%2C63&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-25.jpg?resize=150%2C31&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-25.jpg?resize=640%2C134&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"134\" alt=\"Remington Versa Max shotgun, 12 gauge, right profile\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90383\" data-id=\"90383\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-25.jpg?resize=640%2C134&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-25.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-25.jpg?resize=300%2C63&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-25.jpg?resize=150%2C31&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Remington\u2019s Versa Max shotgun enjoys a spotless reputation for reliability. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"376\" alt=\"Benelli Mod.1 Super 90 receiver markings\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90382 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"90382\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-24.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-24.jpg?resize=300%2C176&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-24.jpg?resize=150%2C88&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-24.jpg?resize=640%2C376&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"376\" alt=\"Benelli Mod.1 Super 90 receiver markings\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-90382\" data-id=\"90382\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-24.jpg?resize=640%2C376&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-24.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-24.jpg?resize=300%2C176&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/10-Shotguns-24.jpg?resize=150%2C88&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">A legendary shotgun! <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"\/><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"\/><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span id=\"tve_leads_end_content\" style=\"display: block; visibility: hidden; border: 1px solid transparent;\"\/><!-- AI CONTENT END 1 -->\n\t<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/10-great-shotguns-the-ultimate-buyers-guide\/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=10-great-shotguns-the-ultimate-buyers-guide\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Home \u00bb Firearms \u00bb Shotguns \u00bb 10 Great Shotguns \u2014 The Ultimate Buyer\u2019s Guide Not long ago, we looked at 10 great handguns. 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