model70man,

I agree the Cynergy's profile is not conventional, but that is partly what drew me to it. I like its looks and it fits me well. Yes the Beretta is tough to break open, especially so when new. They loosen up with use but wow, are they stiff to start with.

I've ruled out the Red label mainly because I can't seem to find one locally that truly fits. My late uncle owned one and I shot it and hunted with it when I was younger. I really liked it and it fit me really well. I have purchased guns online in the past, but for this next shotgun I want to put my hands on it and make sure it fits me before I buy it.

The 101 is, and has been, on my list for a while now. I just plain like them.

Thanks.

gundog