And 26" guns are discounted substantially below 28"and have been for quite awhile. It's unlikely the price spread between the two will increase more. So, they are comparative bargains. I shoot a lot of both lengths and can't tell a nickels difference between the two. I do really like the shorter barrels in the field though, especially for quick flushing shots. The fad for longer and longer barrels has been brought on by clay shooters who are somewhat mechanical in their shooting. Few upland game hunters have followed the fad. My guess is in the years (or decades ahead) the trend will be back to shorter barrels.

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