Boomer and Oldelkhunter, thanks. That is exactly the info I was seeking. I liked the looks of the original model 303, but the changes you suggest take it out of the running. Sounds like Sauer “Americanized” it.
I’ll take a look at the Browning.
I am also going to say my Mark 3 weighs 7lbs 1 ounce in 30-06 and points and handles like a really nice shotgun. It puts my bolt guns and I have all kinds to shame.
