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Sport45 · July 26, 2012, 08:26 AM

I don't know about the Weatherby, but my 1100 and 870 don't even require chambering rounds to clear them. Pull the bolt back and the live round ejects from the chamber. Turn the gun on its side and the next shell falls out. Allow the bolt to close then pull it back and tip the next shell out. Repeat as needed.

I know that works with the 870, but I'll have to admit I've never had to unload my 1100 that way so it's something of an assumption on my part.

July 26, 2012, 08:26 AM	#6
Sport45 Senior Member Join Date: May 25, 1999 Location: Too close to Houston Posts: 4,196	I don't know about the Weatherby, but my 1100 and 870 don't even require chambering rounds to clear them. Pull the bolt back and the live round ejects from the chamber. Turn the gun on its side and the next shell falls out. Allow the bolt to close then pull it back and tip the next shell out. Repeat as needed. I know that works with the 870, but I'll have to admit I've never had to unload my 1100 that way so it's something of an assumption on my part. __________________ Proud member of the NRA and Texas State Rifle Association. Registered and active voter.