You might find a Beretta with a steel frame that will be almost as light as a Browning with an aluminum alloy frame. I generally prefer the feel of the Beretta and the looks of the Guerini. I have only two alloy-framed guns (at least that's all I can remember right now), and one of those is a Browning Feather XS. Absolutely great gun, but it's a .410 so wear is not an issue. My other alloy O/U is a Cortona (FAIR) Alumino in 12 ga. I bought it mainly for pheasants and chukar, because I didn't want to spend the money on a 687 Ultralight. I highly recommend the Alumino as an alternative if you can find one, came only in 28" barrel length.