[Buying a Saiga 20 - need advice and suggestions]

Since I'm really not familiar with the Saigas, what exactly do I check with the gas ports? It's funny you should mention the .410 because, I've really been debating on getting her one. The prices are definitely reasonable compared to the 12 or the 20s.

[Buying a Saiga 20 - need advice and suggestions]

A friend is bringing over a used Saiga 20 with a Tapco pistol grip folding stock for me to look at to see if my wife can use it for home defense. I currently have a brand-new Mossberg cruiser 20 gauge (pump) with a pistol grip folding stock and pistol grip forend which I possibly would trade straight up. Would that be a good trade? Also, what items or things should I look for with the Saiga and what questions should I ask since I have no experience with them at all. Thanks all.