Just got a 11-87 compact from"Santa" for my 10 year old. I must say the camo finish is pretty impressive. So far have only shot squirrels and rabbits, but no problem ejecting "Low Brass" ammo. Can't wait to try out 3" HW7's and Hevi 13 6's when the weather breaks. The ability to add onto the stock is certainly a plus as it will fit him forever. Another added touch is the integral swivels on the butt stock as well as forearm cap. Had a fairly hard time finding one in camo, ended up ordering from Bud's Guns in Kentucky.
One final note....the recoil is almost non-existent with 2 3/4" magnums courtesy of the gas recoil system.
