There was absolutly nothing wrong w/ the fit & finish on the 870s i handled at GM the other day that I could see, and ive owned a"few" shotguns.theyre not supposed to be sexy, nor should anyone expect that out of a 300$ pump, but I dont see why it couldnt wack as many duck and clays as a browning. I dont know why anyone would want reminton to build them a custom gun either. remington is an "off the rack" co. just like browning weatherby winchester ....