Oh man, this whole discussion hits home for me. I grew up firing an 1100, and trust me, that weapon has gone with me through everything you could expect to put that SuperNova through, and then some. But I decided I wanted a pump, and so later (today, actually, but I won't get to shoot until Saturday) I'm going to get a SuperNova. I've been huntin' around, and the only pumps that felt right to me were an 870, and the SuperNova. Then I tried the baffled mercury tube on the SuperNova, and I didn't feel anything. I don't think you'll NEED any other shotgun than that wonderful piece of machinery you have right now, but if you want to preserve that beautiful look, (mine's polished and pretty, but I won't lie, she's got a few nicks in the forestock) get a SuperNova. I'm getting one for about $400, new, because they haven't been able to move it. I defy anyone to find an 1100 in the condition yours is in for that much. Get at it.