ua1997

Aside from the obvious reasons of one being camo and one not, what are the advantages/disadvantages of camo vs black? I really don't care if I have camo or not. I'm more interested in durability / ability to fight off rust. I feel like the camo is better in this situation, but what happens if the camo gets scratched off and the metal is exposed. If you then clean the spot with oil, it damages the camo around that area, right? I just wanted some "expert" opinions before I go sink $1000 in this gun.

I've just got a dealer who owes me a favor and cut me a super deal. [ 12-12-2005, 08:09 AM: Message edited by: ua1997 ]

So is it worth it to pay for the camo, especially for duck hunting? I've gotten mixed reviews on the black vs. camo and its ability to fight off rusting (durability).

any suggestions? I've found a SBE (new) for $899 but could also buy a SBEII for less than $1000 (new). Is there that much of a difference? and if so, what is it? Is it worth it to pay the extra money for the II?