I was fortunate enough to be one of the last civilian students of John Shaw at his MidSouth Self Defense Shooting courses in 1985.3 1/2 days combat pistol and half day combat shotgun. Best 4 days I ever spent.When I saw him throw 8 clay pigeons in the air and break all in rapid succession I knew I had to fix my 1100 similar to his. The barrel was shortened to 19 inches, threaded for screw in chokes and ported to reduce muzzle rise, and an extended magazine added. I later installed a speed loading latch. It was great! Anything from clays to ducks and deer. Unfortunately it was stolen. I would like to find another one for rebuild.
After using the shortened 1100 I now deer hunt with only compact rifles, Model Seven, Micro Medallion, or Ruger 77 European .
I might have to look for the Tactical