Thanks!
I really should get the recoil pad because with my father's arthritis, his shoulders ache from time to time. I just don't want to be knocked on my behind, and being a small woman, it's intimidating. If it were me, I'd just get the 870 26" but this is all his idea. I don't want him injured though trying to enjoy it and want the lightest loads I can find. Thanks for thelp.