Sorry for the hi-jack here people, I am also doing research for my first shotgun (well for 3 gun) and while reading this thread I happen upon this statement.....that someone actually not only attempted but also got away with stealing someone's gun!! What kind of crap is that? The one place you would think where other people are looking out for others and their property, right? Thieves are the lowest scum, right there with child molesters.
As for the shotgun issue....I myself am leaning towards an FN after all my research, and trust me I have burned through hundreds of shotty reviews over the past 2 months. I have my eye on the Winchester Defenders also as well as a CZ Utility.
Anthony