Hi-
I am going to place an order this week for a new Handi - most likely in .30-06 to start, with plans to add immediately a 12 ga slug and .50 cal barrel (definitely stainless), and possibly a .223 barrel.
Since I haven't posted here yet, I can't search... =( Hence, I apologize if this has been answered elsewhere here,....
But what are the main advantages over getting the stainless guns versus the blued guns? I am one to own guns for the long run... Does it make sense to spend the extra money to get the stainless barrels? I've read that the receiver is nickel - does it offer more corrosion resistance/durability over the blued receiver inline with the cost? Should I get a stainless -06 to start out with to get the nickel receiver?
I am very good with my guns, and clean them after every range trip (same day), and during hunting season if they are rained on or exposed to mud, snow, etc, and definitely at the end of each season. I've read almost all of the FAQ's here, and have some really good ideas of what I am going to do when I get my new gun and barrels.
Thanks in advance for any and all advice.
John