I've had 3-4 of them over the years. Used them for some upland bird and rabbits but mainly squirrel until last spring. Have an older NWTF model that has the rattle can looking camo pattern on it. Tried last year to kill a bird with it but had zero luck. Finally got it done this year and was pleased. If you're planning to shoot slugs, might want to get a different barrel. Unless I misunderstold something, it's heavily suggested to not shoot slugs in it because of the backbored barrel.