No, he did not mention price. I did I don't know about you, but to the vast majority of folks, price and value do count, which is why I made the comparison.
A used 870 Police is probably going to set you back $500 if it's in decent shape. If you get a deal on a Wingmaster it's probably going to be a 2-3/4" with a 28" barrel, not exactly the format of shotgun we are comparing. Yes, if one waits long enough one may get a great deal on a used gun - no doubt about that, however if you want a shotgun of a certain specification NOW, you generally have to buy a new one.
I have to disagree with the statement that the "look, feel, and attention to detail, an 870 Express is going to be a bit nicer". For example my Express has a rough, sandblasted sighting surface along the top of the receiver, whereas a Grizzly has nicely machined grooves in that place. My Express has a solid rubber recoil pad that does little to soften recoil, but the Grizzly has a decent soft pad that actually does dampen recoil.
Believe me, I'm no Remington hater - I still have four, and have owned a bunch more in the past. I just don't think Remington 870's they are the best "bang for the buck" at the moment in the new gun market. The ones that work cost too much and the Expresses are hit and miss for reliability.
