The Escort WS Youth is a 20 Gauge pump-action shotgun with a 22-inch barrel and a 3-inch chamber. It has a 4+1 round capacity and comes with a walnut stock, sized for younger or smaller-framed shooters. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Escort 
• Model: WS Youth 
• Caliber: 20 Gauge 
• Action: Pump Action 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 22 in 
• Color/Finish: Walnut 
   

Detailed Features 

• Pump-action operation in 20 Gauge 
• 22-inch barrel with 3-inch chamber 
• 4+1 round capacity 
• Walnut stock in a youth-sized configuration 
• Compact 22-inch barrel suited to shorter length-of-pull setups

Owners who buy the Escort WS Youth as a first shotgun for younger shooters consistently note that the 20 Gauge chambering and shorter barrel make it approachable without being intimidating. The walnut stock is a frequent highlight, seen as a step above the synthetic-stock options common in youth-sized platforms.

The pump action on the WS Youth is generally described as reliable and easy to cycle even for shooters with less upper-body strength. Some parents note the length of pull is well-matched to youth shooters, though a few mention it may be outgrown quickly as the shooter develops.

Value is a consistent theme. The Escort WS Youth is priced to be accessible as an introductory shotgun, and most buyers feel the walnut stock finish adds perceived quality above cost. A minority of reviews mention that customer support experience varies, which tempers the overall enthusiasm slightly.