You're probably not going to dig a Nova or 835 being small framed. Both feel like holding a landscape timber to me. And I'm a Benelli fan. Had two Novas and tried liking them but just too damned uncomfortable. My SBE1 just finished its 14th season with estimated 20k+ rounds through it. Love the fit of the SBE, hate the fit of the Nova.Great responses everyone. Thanks.
I'm finding some great prices on used Novas. Might have to go for one of those if it fits my small frame......I mean massive, muscular, intimidating frame.
I'm also a big fan of 870s. Not the SuperMag though. Sold mine due to reliability issues.