[El Gato]

I think a 20 gauge semiauto would do just as well, if not better. Less recoil for the inexperienced shooter to deal with, and almost as much lead; also, the semiauto action eliminates the chance of stress-induced short stroking.

I've no problem with that analysis. But they are more expensive. I was trying to go for the the most power available at minimum cost.

[Chemist_Geek]

But they are more expensive. I was trying to go for the the most power available at minimum cost.

Sure, I understand. The problem with max power, IMHO, is that new shooters are often unable to control it for max effectiveness.

BTW, we need to talk about extended magazines for the shotgun, and maybe a SureFire flaslight forearm... :-)