RE: Slug Experts>>>Slug Gun Choice???
Hello, These are the exact two shotguns my brother and I have. I the 870 and he the NEF. I would never take him on in a bench rest shooting competition, and while he could probably push a clean shot to 150 yards instead of the 125 I am comfortable at, there are some disadvantages to the NEF. One is obviously the single shot and the second would be the weight. The NEF is a very heavy gun with the bull barrel. I think it depends on your style of hunting. If almost 100% of your hunting is from a stand over grain fields where 150-175 yrds is feasible with a good rest then the NEF might be your choice. If you are sitting in timbers,stalking, or doing some drives then the 870would be a better choice.