I like a pump for its reliability and ease of handing all sorts of shot shell loads.I have aNova, full cammo finished shotgunin 12 ga. that handles 2 3/4" to 3.5" shells. It has worked flawlessley. Doves, geese, ducks and turkey. As shot guns go, this is not an expensive gun. Around here about $350 US.I have owned Remiongton Wingmasters, a Ithaca Model 37 and a Browning BPS. Each of these worked great too.