trap shotgun recommendation

[big boar]

I was looking at a some Citori 12ga shotguns but the price is just a wee bit high for me. I also saw a very nice Franci FIELD gun and the price ($1000) is closer to what I'd like to spend. The Franci has an aluminum receiver (?) and is lighter than a Citori trap gun. Would the high volume of shooting trap cause:
(A)the receiver to require repairs in a couple of years.
(B)kick the snot out of me because of the overall weight.
(C)I should just hold out and get a Citori?
I only recently started trap and currently use an 870Express. The Over/Unders are REALLY nice. I'm surprised how nice they feel when you throw it to your shoulder. Thank you for your help.

 

[R&R Rancher]

What to look for in a trap shotgun

1) A high comb, preferably a Monte Carlo stock. This has the effect of raising your point of impact to above the line of sight. This allows you to see the bird above the barrel through the entire swing/follow through. A field gun that shoots at the point of sight forces you to "cover" the bird or you will shoot under it.

2) Weight. A target gun should be heavy, but well balanced. Light guns are fine for field shooting but you will get beat up on the trap range. Weight helps make recoil more manageable. Weight in the barrels is also helpful. Your swing may start out a little slower, but the inertia built up helps make your follow through more automatic

3) Reliability. There is a reason certain trap guns are popular. They must be able to shoot as much in a weekend as some hunting guns do in a year. And keep that volume of shooting up for decades. Yes, they occasionally break down, but it is rare and parts and repairs are relatively easy to find. That's why you will hear a lot of recommendations for the "B guns" (Browning and Beretta") They have great track records.

In addition you may want to consider a trap version of an autoloader. They make them with the higher combs and long barrels. They will require more cleaning, the trade off is the softer recoil sensation.

John