I'm 54. Was introduced to bird hunting by my father around age 9. He shot a Model 12 16 gauge. Used it for everything. He referred to SxS's as "millionaire's guns", despite the fact that he was a long way from the lower income levels. When I turned 20 he bought me a 870 Wingmaster for my birthday. I used that gun almost exclusively for over 20 years. But one day, helping him out with some stuff in his basement, I noticed the old Fox that had belonged to his grandfather. Something clicked.
I think that is the way it goes. What is important is bringing new people into the sport, not trying to convince anyone of what type of shotgun to use. If we keep the shooting sports vibrant than plenty will discover the joys of SxS guns.
