I have a 7600 in 35 whelen. It shoulders fast just like the 870 it was madeafter. There are some changes but its still a quick pointing gun. Second it has a free floated barrel its very accurate with the 870 trigger its weakest point. Its made to be a woods rifle but can handle 300 yrds easy, some can rivel the average bolt for accuracy. I'd expect1.0-1.5 inch groups with the right ammo.