Firepower, i did not try the lighter slugs due time constraints. I would have liked totry on a better day, less gusty winds. that rifle is nice and would be a joy to carry as it weighs nothing. My backpack would heavier! Steve said he would leave me the gun in his will, but would not sell it to me outright! His gun has some nice wood on it but no where near what your has! I still what one but in our county we have to use shotguns. MB