For many years O/U's were far more expensive than S/S guns in either type and therefor less popular. Only in about the last 20 years or so have O/U's taken the lead and have far become the more prevalent type of two barreled shotgun. Other than buttstock I find little real difference in a competition gun and a hunting gun as far as shotguns are concerned. I have used Valmet O/U rifles and did not in the least feel handicapped using them, but then I am able to walk and chew gum at the same time. I buy and use what I like and you buy and use what you like and we will both be happy.