I also say Stoeger 2000, but you'll be lucky if you can find one for less than $400. A beat up 1100 is probably more than $350, too, and an 11-87 will be $450. I hate to say it, but you might find a Winchester 1400 for $300. I would want to function test it before taking it out of the store. Some ran lick slick glass, the rest broke like glass. The Charles Daly has an "o" ring seal that eventually wears out, but you will probably see those for $350 also.
Personally, I would stick to the used rack. I once bought a vintage '50's Browning A5 that had no safety for $300. I ordered the whole safety bolt, springs, detent and all for $12.99 plus shipping. Working good as new, I then sold it for $450 before the next turkey season opened. Parts are still cheap-keep that in mind while you're looking.
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