I purchased a 12 gauge "Chuck D", thats what my friends call it, two years ago before a North Dakota Duck hunt. If you duck hunt you know the abuse a gun can take from the boat, dog, mud, etc so when I seen the price for this auto I din't think I could go wrong. I have used it for the past two years and it has worked flawlessly. I out-shoot guys with $1000 shotguns all the time in the field. I also put on a Tru glow front sight and it really helps. They also have a great warranty so if any thing does happen simply send it back. I really don't think you can go wrong with this shotgun for the price. If I were rich and money was not an option it would not be my first choice, but that is simply not the case.