After some research I'll be buying a new pump-action shotgun from Bass Pro in Calgary. After comparisons between Weatherby, Remington, and Benelli pumps I've decided I'll be picking up the Weatherby PA-08. I decided this based on price, aesthetics, and reviews of reliability and fit/finish. Whether I decide between synthetic or the upland (walnut stock) model will be a game-time hands-on decision. So if you stumbled here looking for a PA-08 review, check back in about two weeks and I will have my thoughts on it.
Cheers.