Bulverde6

Thanks for getting back to me. I live on five acres and plan on using it for managing any wildlife that may be a problem (aggressive or sick). Other than that it is for recreational shooting and home defense. I do not know which type of shooting, but am willing to give them a try. I called a local range and they start beginners off with skeet shooting, which seems hard to me, but I'll give it a try. I will ask to determine if he is a NSCA certified wingshooting instructor. The barrel that came with the shotgun is 24" right now. We asked the shop clerk if there were low recoil shells, he said no, it was a function of the gun. I will pursue that though. I am 52 in Febuary, and my husband has me giving it more thought than I would if I were doing this alone. He will be shooting a pistol, and my pistol accuracy is nothing to brag about from 30+ years ago. Your advise is very sound. All that being said, if I did want the 18.5 for home defense, were are they sold? Thanks again.

I just purchased the Nova Pump 20g Yo model. It felt the best in the store, but when I search the internet, I can not determine if the general consensus is that it has a significant recoil. I am a 5'5 woman, never shot a shotgun before, and will be going to the range soon. Want to know what to expect. The shop clerk said that I could get the 18.5" barrel, I wanted to further lighten the weight and that length seems it may be a better fit. CanI just buy the 18.5 barrel and change it out myself? And finally, where do I get it? Again, on the net, not much direct, consistent info on this subject. Thanks for any help.