Thank you for the information, this decision has been drawn out, but all the input has been very helpful. I called a larger sporting goods store a few cities away and they have the BPS NWTF for $549, after the $75 rebate that would only be $475. Looks like this is what I am now leaning towards. I might even look at the shotgun barrel to have the gun as a back up for an extra hunter. Blued & rifled with cant. is $300, (might just keep an eye out for a used one).

SwampCollie or others who might know,
Is the rain and moisture issue only with the duratouch or could that be with any camo gun? I'm sure the salt water had a lot to do with that instance, but I tend to stay out in poor weather so I would hate to have the same thing happen.

Thanks,

J