Originally Posted by
GJM
1) I agree on ditch the porting, especially on short barrels, as they increase the noise level to an uncomfortable amount.
2) I prefer the G,G&G fore end, with a bit of weaver base for a light, as that SF fore end is heavy!
3) I really like the Vang soft side saddle. A side saddle ruins the handling of a shotgun for me, but the only thing worse than poor handling is a shotgun without ammo. The Vang side saddle lets you quickly add or remove the side saddle. When hiking, I often remove the side saddle and put in a pocket, but put the side saddle back on when dismounting the shotgun.