The Escort Optima is a 12 Gauge over/under shotgun with a 28-inch barrel and a 3-inch chamber. It has a break-open action and holds 2 rounds. The receiver is aluminum with an extractor system. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Escort 
• Model: Optima 
• Caliber: 12 Gauge 
• Action: Break Action 
• Capacity: 2 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Chamber: 3 inch 
   

Detailed Features 

• Over/under barrel configuration with 28-inch barrels 
• Break-open action with aluminum receiver 
• Extractor system for spent shell removal 
• 3-inch chamber for standard and heavier loads 
• 2-round capacity in the traditional O/U layout

Owners of the Escort Optima appreciate the aluminum receiver, which keeps the gun lighter than comparable steel-framed over/unders. The 28-inch barrels get good marks for swing characteristics on clay targets and upland birds. Some shooters find the extractor (rather than ejector) setup a minor inconvenience when cycling shells quickly.

The break-open action is straightforward and the fit is generally described as solid for the price class. The Optima earns praise as an entry point into O/U shooting without a steep investment, though experienced shooters sometimes point to the trigger feel as an area where premium guns pull ahead.

Long-term owners report the aluminum receiver holds up well under regular range use. A few note that aftermarket support and parts availability are more limited compared to Italian O/U brands, which is worth factoring in for those who shoot high volumes.