I'm thinking the weight is not a consideration. Maybe they just want less possible barrel failure at a point where your hand is. Just thinking lol. Still open for discussion. not offend by other ideas. I like my Shockwave and might buy another in marinekote. I may actually just buy an A1...
My question was directed more to why the Shockwave has the A1 barrel as opposed to the standard civilian 590. For some reason, they felt the need for the Navy heavy walled barrel. Maybe I think too much, but that's what we do on forums lol.
Just thinking about why the sturdy barrel. Do you think that it is more critical for safety, with the hand on the action close to the disaster area if something is in the barrel, or perhaps a dent in the barrel? Otherwise, why the robust barrel?
Very similar. We are old school. My wife stopped working in 91 when our first child was born. Never worked since, but we know it's not all about gathering money and trying to look wealthy. Three kids, and no kid problems ever. As far as I'm concerned, she worked harder than my working ...
Basically the way I look at it, as a responsible armed citizen. I follow the law, and abide. Any thug can cut off a firearm to make it convenient for them. Law abiding citizens have to comply, and it usually puts them at a disadvantage against the scum that wants to elicit tragedy to their...