16 Gauge Question

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A friend of mine has a *NEW* Remington 870 Wingmaster for sale in 16 Gauge (a really beautiful gun.) I really don't know alot about the 16 except it was always a good gauge for my grandpa when squirrel hunting.

Would you all recommend getting this firearm? It is brand new in the box and has never been fired other than factory. Is the 16 worth getting - or is it a headache due to being hard to find chokes and ammo? I am looking to dove hunt with this firearm, maybe deer hunt with a slug barrel that remington makes and maybe very little waterfoul hunting.

I just really like the look of this gun and being a 16 sounds fun.

All info appreciated.