Browning Gold is a great gun! I know three guys that just can't do without them. Each guy has put two - three seasons on them and no complaints.

The other is the Benelli that get's rave reviews. Have not heard good/bad about the Beretta 3.5 yet (extreema?)

I only go duck/goose hunting 3-4 times per year so I picked up a EAA semiauto for $300 !! shoots 2 3/4 -- 3 1/2s works great with factory ammo, not with reloads. Quality is iffy but for $300 what did I expect.

Shot a 26lb gobbler this spring with it at 45 yards. Never had a single problem except for the reloads (which is more than likely my fault)