new Stoeger Model 2000 or used Remington 1100?

[seattlefungus]

Guns are tools. No one has one socket in the tool box. Nor one size box wrench. Shotguns, rifles and pistols are the same. You wouldn't hunt rabbits with a 300 Mag. Some good points made here regarding improved CNC and a solid base design for the Benelli Inertia action. For the kind of shooting you are talking about. It's a good choice. The parts are readily available. The cost is not prohibitive and the new guns have a pretty solid reputation. It would be a good choice if the fit is right. Try the length of pull on both models and consider after market options you may want in the future. A solid tactical is not the same as a field gun in handling and taking to point. Shorter barrel and magazine capacity are important, as are the ability to modify the sighting system and possibly a sling. Good luck on your hunt for a good gun!

 

[oneounceload]

let us not forget the s2000 now has the inertia driving system so in essence it's a benelli m2 only a cheaper price

If was the same, then Benellis wouldn't be selling at all at their high prices.

There is a difference here - the 1100 is a GAS gun, which means it will dampen felt recoil more than an Inertia-Driven (or blowback) design. Equal load in equal weight gun, Remington feels softer shooting. Since 1100's are typically heavier than the others they should also have less actual recoil.

If you are going to shoot magnums and heavy loads, make sure you get the 1100 designed to handle it