I am suffering from the same dilema right now too. I currently own an 870 express, but it needs a new barrel. SO, do i buy a new barrel, or splurge and by either the SBE II, Beretta Xtrema 3.5, Gold 3.5, or 11-87 Super Mag???

I think I will get the barrel for now, and save for the Beretta for next year. Best comprimise I can come with.