I've got an Ithaca model 51 that has given me no problems for decades, but you won't find one of those easily as they are LONG out of production.
Since you have experience with the Rem 870, I'd suggest you look for a Rem 1100. And, I would look at USED ones.
Its going to look and handle a lot like the 870, Remington made a lot of them for a long time, so finding one (or sometimes several) on the used rack is a frequent thing. Most of the time, the price will be lower than new, and if there is some finish wear or damage, that doesn't affect the way the gun shoots.
Additionally, if you do get one that has a mechanical issue, there are a lot of people who know how to work on them, and parts are not (yet) in the realm of unobtanium...
I'd look for one of the later built (last few decades) that has the RemChoke feature, but there's nothing wrong with the older guns if you can find one with the desired choke.at a decent price.