There are a ton of post WW-II Merkel's, Sauer's, Simson, Husqvarna's, BRNO's coming out of Europe right now that are quite reasonable. Many are in questionable condition but there are some very serviceable ones to be had. Most are 28" = or- and choked Full and Tighter Yet, but that's not a problem. I picked up a pair of Hungarian FEG's w/ejector for under $500 for the pair and are very reliable.

After the first shot the rest are just noise.