After owning a 3 1/2" gun, I now prefer a 3" turkey gun. At the distances that you will encounter in the turkey woods, a 3" shell is more than enough to get the job done, and without the "Mule Kick" to your shoulder!!! Been there, done that!! I also prefer the Winchester 1300 over the 870. <img src=icon_smile_big.gif border=0 align=middle>