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Honestly, I'm not looking to start a war here. Just personal opinion.I've always been big on the Winchester 1300's and 590s and 590a1's in particular, be it 20" standard or 18.5" with 2 shot extension with a sidesaddke. Basically high capacity pumps. For true all out combat that would probably be the pump of choice.
However last night I was putting the finishing touches on the 500 field I've converted. Right now it's wearing a Speedfeed stock with shell holders, a John Masen forend, a heat shield and nothing else. I must say this is the most comfortable, natural defensive shotgun I can think of that still addresses most of the shooter's possible needs. A light will be added, but that's all. Rather than put on a wretched, balance-killing sidesaddle I added the Speedfeed. That way you have the ability to carry 4 rds of different ammo should an ammo change or "select slug" ever need to be performed. The heatshield is equal parts looks and function. I've burned my hands many a time at the range, with the heatshield in place I do not. It looks cool, yes, but it really does serve a function for me.
I think at this point in time if someone asked me what MY personal ideal defensive pump shotgun setup, it'd be centered around the standard m500 platform without a sidesaddle and with a Speedfeed stock...it's just so natural...
However last night I was putting the finishing touches on the 500 field I've converted. Right now it's wearing a Speedfeed stock with shell holders, a John Masen forend, a heat shield and nothing else. I must say this is the most comfortable, natural defensive shotgun I can think of that still addresses most of the shooter's possible needs. A light will be added, but that's all. Rather than put on a wretched, balance-killing sidesaddle I added the Speedfeed. That way you have the ability to carry 4 rds of different ammo should an ammo change or "select slug" ever need to be performed. The heatshield is equal parts looks and function. I've burned my hands many a time at the range, with the heatshield in place I do not. It looks cool, yes, but it really does serve a function for me.
I think at this point in time if someone asked me what MY personal ideal defensive pump shotgun setup, it'd be centered around the standard m500 platform without a sidesaddle and with a Speedfeed stock...it's just so natural...