The 28 G. does not get the respect it deserves. It is hard hitting often very light, and fast.
I have several , Including a Merkel , Al 48 Deluxe with a straight stock, simliar to one posted earlier , couple older Berettas . The Berettas trigger
guard jams my hand when firing. A couple Berettas in 20 G. do this also..
Pic is a Merkel 280 EL in a true 28 G. frame. I try to be careful dragging it through the brush Grouse hunting. I will use it and enjoy . My heirs can deal