Another vote for the Stoeger 2000. Mine has never hiccuped a single time. Be SURE to get the model with the fiber optic front sight (easiest way to tell "older" model from latest). A short while ago (2-4 years-don't remember exactly) Benelli totally revamped the Stoeger facility with all new tooling. At that time they adopted the exact same inertia system (very small change) as Benelli, raised the vent rib slightly, and changed over to fiber optic front bead. The newer 1s are MUCH smoother inside, without all the rough machine marks of the older 1s, and being more reliable They also come with factory installed sling swivels & 5 choke tubes-including an extended turkey tube. The local store did have them for 400$ but I think they've went up since then. They DO recommend you break it in however.