I currently have an 870 Express Magnum 12 Gauge. It takes 3" and 2 3/4" shells. I've used it to kill pheasant, quail, dove, rabbitt, squirrell, etc. A buddy of mine has the 870 Express Super Magnum, it takes the same shells as mine plus 3 1/2" shells. I grew up hunting with my moms 20 gauge 870 Wingmaster. I would definately go with the Remington. Just my humble opinion of course.