first as a new member would like to say hello .after a five month wait just recieved my cetificate today christmas come early for me and im buzzing.anyhow after a lot of thought decided on buying a escort magnum just to get started with and learn the game.will be using it for pigeon,crows and also would like to try it on clays.unsure on barrel length so any info from members on the pros and cons of this gun would be great thanks.