If you're looking for an excellent first shotgun that can do field work and double as a defensive firearm, this is the best value around.  Built stronger than the 870 and takes most of the 870 aftermarket parts.  Youtube has many reviews of these shotguns.  Built like tanks.  $265 plus tax, shipping, and credit card fees where applicable.  Limited supply!

SPECIFICATIONS: COMES WITH A FREE 18" ADDITIONAL BARREL! BEAD FRONT SIGHT
 

SERIES:
FIELD
MODEL:
HAWK 981 Field
GAUGE:
12 GA 3" CHAMBER
ACTION:
PUMP
BARREL:
“26” OR 28” VENT W/CHOKE TUBE”
CAPACITY:
5 ROUNDS
CHOKE:
MODIFIED TRULOCK
SIGHTS:
BEAD SIGHT
STOCK:
POLYMER WITH RECOIL PAD
FEATURES:
MACHINED STEEL FRAME / MATTE FINISH
MSRP:
$309.99