I agree with George and you also have to understand that the number of bird hunters are declining particularly in areas that have had a steep decline in the Pheasant population.. I also think in general people take better care of their guns today and,as we all know, they will remain useable for a long time if properly maintained.
Additionally many younger shotgun buyers want something like a Benelli.
Anyway my take on it.
I acquired this AYA Gr. 2 Two barrel set at an estate sale some time ago. Just for the heck of it I contacted AYA, gave them the specs and asked for a current quote last year.
The quote came back at right around $14,000 and this didn't include taxes or shipping!


Jim

The 2nd Amendment IS an unalienable right.