Those are pretty limited choices. Both are fine guns, though. For anything that flies you would be greatly benefited by a semi-auto. Plus, they are lighter in recoil, so turkey loads won't be quite so cumbersome. The semi-autos out there these days are plenty reliable, IMO, as long as you get something quality. You might be well served to look for a used semi-auto that is a higher level gun than that Stoeger. The 3500 is fine, but there are certainly better options out there. I went through a pretty extensive searching process before buying my last shotgun. I shot 8, and shouldered several more. I ended up choosing the Browning Maxus, and I am very glad that I did. I would suggest that you not limit yourself to two options. Shoulder, and shoot as many as you can. Go from there.