OT - opinions on Winchester 120 shotgun?

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My Remington 870 has never failed me, despite being used as a wading pole, boat paddle and brush parting tool (always when empty). I have killed many ducks and pheasant with it, and wouldn't think of parting with it.
However, I'd like to add another 12ga pump to my cabinet, and have found a nice Winchester Ranger 120 for a very good price. Are they reliable, or should I find another 870?

[rangerider7]

Remington 870. IMHO

[Hobie]

I personally like the 1200/120/Ranger/1300 shotguns. They are all at least as good as the Mossbergs. I noticed that not many come in the shop for work. That said, you really can't go wrong with an 870 or Ithaca 37...

[iceman]

I have had both a mod 870 (20 ga) and a Winchester 1300 (similar to yours). I never had any problems with either. The Winchester has a rapid pump feature. Upon firing the bolt unlocks and gas pressure assists in operating the the action open. This can be a surprise at first. but once use to it it makes for a very fast action. I sold mine a long time ago (MISTAKE) but I think I will replace it soon. Both are great actions, but they don't operate the same. Equally tough in my opinion.

[Gobblerforge]

"That said, you really can't go wrong with an 870 or Ithaca 37..."
Spot on perfect.
Gobbler

[Hobie]

I should have been clearer. In addition to what I said I have this thought. You have an 870, you should have another just in case spare parts become an issue.

[Mokwaw]

Nothing wrong with the Winchester. I've been using one for about 25 yrs. hundreds of rounds thru it from light to heavy with no problems. The Win. and a 20 ga, single shot are the only shotguns I have at present.

[Jayhawker]

I've kept my BIL's model 120 in my gun safe for about a dozen years. The only thing I can see wrong with it is the long reach required to work the action. Probably would work fine for a tall guy, but it's all but unusable for us short fellows.