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My 870 is 3 1/2 but its all black does that make that big of a deal for turkeys?
Nothing wrong with matte black with synthetic or satin finish wood stocks. As long as there isn't a bright shiney surface that glares and reflects light, you're good to go. Camo is fine, but not necessary by any means.
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Also it has a 26" barrel with a turkey choke thats 28" is that too long or does it matter?
Not if it doesn't bother you too much. Shorter barrels are easy packing and fast handling in the woods/brush. But that isn't usually too big a deal and given some fore thought when setting up can be handled in advance. I hunted for years with a Remington 870 and a Browning A5 both with 28" barrels. I cannot remember the longer barrel ever costing me a gobbler. Would I switch back from my current rigs short barrels... nope. But I wouldn't hacksaw off a barrel because it is a little longer either.
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I would rather use my 870 because its 3 1/2 so I can use a bigger shell than the Escort.
If you just want to shoot more lead, then do so. But it isn't necessary at all to kill turkeys, or predators for that matter. A 3" gun will serve very well. With a good shooting rig 50 yard kills can be reliably made, and that is a long poke with a shotgun. Choose the gun that fits you best, handles effortlessly, and gives you joy. Worry less about the shell length.
