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I second the Mossberg 500. I keep mine loaded with no. 4 game load--does a decent job on any stray raccoons around the house.

I also have the Mossberg 590--it is built like a tank and weighs like one too. :)

If you are just hunting rabbits and squirrel then check out the Harrington Richardson single-shot shotguns at your local pawn-shops. Should be able to get one just north or south of a hundred bucks. They are very light-weight and dependable.