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Most of the guys I hunt with run Benelli SBE2 or SBE3. The ones that aren't running those run the Beretta A400. I see a few folks running the Maxus or A-5. A step down from the above mentioned would be a Winchester SX3/SX4 or a Franchi.I run all Benelli's. Easy to clean and tear down. Inertia system is pretty simple vs. a gas system. My current SBE2 that I run probably has close to 10k rounds through it and just shy of 3k birds with it. It will go to Rob Roberts in the off season for an overhaul.
I have the Beretta A400 extreme plus and it has been flawless - geese, ducks and Turkey
There are lots of good choices out there. A gun that fits you is the most important thing. Browning, Beretta, Benelli, Winchester, Franchi are all good choices. I love my Versamax but Remington doesn’t make it, anymore.