Alan:

If you are in the U.S. now and desire an American made side by side, I would suggest looking at the L.C. Smith in 12 gauge and the Fox Sterlingworths in 12 gauge....both of these are quite available in numerous quantities (12 gauge) in your price range that you noted above.....

Both these brand names are of very good quality and make good daily SxS shooters IMO....some of the other American brands require more maintenance, again my opinion.....

Shooting light loads in vintage 12 gauge doubles will please you with regard to recoil and duration...(the gun and you)....

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=278831745

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=278423807

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=278473292

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=278010121

Best,

Doug