Patricia: A lot depends on the condition of the guns, and it's impossible to give really good advice without knowing quite a bit more about or seeing pictures of the guns. That said, here are some thoughts. With the possible exception of the Sauer, which might be a bit fancier, the guns you describe could be called classic "working guns," and while not expensive, they have a definite following. If in pretty good shape (wood and metal surfaces may be a bit worn from handling but aren't dented or heavily scratched, rusted, etc.) and original (not shortened, extended with spacers and butt pad, engraved with initials, etc.), they don't need restoration, and it wouldn't be smart from a financial standpoint. Most folks would prefer them to be un-messed with anyway. A trip to a good gunsmith for a cleaning and check-up certainly wouldn't hurt, though. The Sauer could have big problems, or a small one. The Stevens, if a side-by-side, would have many fans. Model 12s are excellent guns, considered the best of all the pumps by many; if your husband thinks it's too heavy, it may be a duck gun and not meant for a lot of carrying. 16-gauges are also popular in doubles, but in single-shots, less so. Hope this helps. TT
