28 just move better than the shorter tubes. Novice shooters will think the shorter barrels are better and you will hear all the “I hunt the brush chit” but in the end the guys that REALLY know how to handle a scattergun will all tell you to avoid 26 inch guns. As to resale they are the worst by far.
But your not buying the gun to turn so do it right to start and go 28. I own a 16 gauge citori with 28’s and wish it had 30’s. I have never felt the barrels were too long but always feel they are too short.
Browning or Beretta, they will both out live you and are great guns. See if you can find a place to shoot both and ask the top gun if he recommends 26 inch barrels.
Appreciate the info! Helps a lot! Being more of rifleman, shotguns were used for wing shooting and small game when the rimfire wouldn’t work. I’ve always wanted a nice over and under; gathering info and everything says Browning and Beretta. Is it any specific model better than the other or to avoid?
