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Old 03-08-2010, 02:40 PM
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Hurricanespg
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I have owned both, and will readily say that I would take the BPS before an 870 Express any day. A closer comparison to the BPS would be the 870 Wingmaster, and in the end I would still take the BPS.
The BPS will have excellent fit and finish, smooth action, durability to last a lifetime, and just plain look better. It will also be about 1/4lb or so heavier, more than likely will have a little bit longer reach (1/4"-1/2") to the forearm, and it will be more difficult to tear down all the way. On the plus side with the bottom eject feature you will not have to tear it down as much unless you just want to.

Having said all of that I would recommend a Ithaca 37 in whatever gauge you prefer. Points where you want, lightweight, smooth, bottom eject, durable, and 100% made in the USA (currently Ohio).
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