i've purchased 3 guns at galyans, a browning a bolt, benelli sbe and a marlin lever action 30-30. all three were reasonably priced, got a good deal on the benelli.

you have to have a general knowledge about the gun you want to purchase, the salesman at Galyans are hit and miss, a few of them really know what they're talking about while some of the others will try to sell you something they want you to buy vs what you really want.

what kind of shotgun are you looking for?