Took my Ruger Gold to Canada this year and pushed Hevishot #2's and #6's through it at geese, ducks, and huns. Every criticism about it is true: indifferent wood to metal fit, odd and uneven polishing, and a spontaneous barrel selector. On the other hand, ergonomics are fabulous, it is well regulated, and it goes bang each and every time I pull the trigger. It is a great gun for what it is.