I have a few shotguns that I use for hunting. I suppose they would do just fine in a home defense situation. However, I have some sentimental value attached to them and would hate risking them in an investigation that would ultimately follow a home defense situation if it would ever arise. I've been thinking about getting an inexpensive (under $500) shotgun for home defense use. I refuse to buy something with a pistol grip. I prefer a shoulder stock because the gun tends to point where you look when it it is raised to your shoulder. When you have a pistol grip on your shotgun you run the risk of looking towards a threat but forgetting to point your shotgun in that general direction. Right now I'm leaning towards three different options.
1. Benelli Nova Tactical (gotta love a Benelli)
2. Mossberg 590 (like the manual safety location)
3. Winchester Defender (it's roughly in the same class and I've heard some good things about it)
Any comments on the three mentioned here? Any other suggestions? I'm not looking for a major tactical rig. My only requirements are a pump action, 7+ shot capacity, shoulder stock, and barrel length not greater than 20".
1. Benelli Nova Tactical (gotta love a Benelli)
2. Mossberg 590 (like the manual safety location)
3. Winchester Defender (it's roughly in the same class and I've heard some good things about it)
Any comments on the three mentioned here? Any other suggestions? I'm not looking for a major tactical rig. My only requirements are a pump action, 7+ shot capacity, shoulder stock, and barrel length not greater than 20".