I'll stick with one of my 12 gauge Model 21s and yes, Cameron, I do have one that is my beater. It has really been roughed up over the years, opened to IC/Cyl and is one heck of a gun. It would be perfect for Alaska, or any other place for that matter. If I had the money and was taking one with me for the rest of my life, it would be a new Model 21 from Galazan. Good luck.