New old 870 Wingmaster for a newby

Blueman2 · July 27, 2007, 06:03 PM

Just came into an old (1978) 870 Wingmaster in unfired (so claimed by previous owner) condition. 2 3/4 ejection port, 20" smooth bore with rifle sights.

Can I use the newer Remington barrels on this? What barrel and choke would be suitable for casual clay bird shooting?

Thanks for any info

Blueman2

Death from Afar · July 27, 2007, 10:36 PM

I understand that you can.

They are a nice gun, and it will do you proud. For casual clay bird fun, use a full choke, over 26 inches long. It will swing better.

Dave McC · July 28, 2007, 10:15 AM

Most barrels will work. Newer Express barrels use a different system to stay tight and lack the detent ball and sping needed to use the old style system.

There's no perfect barrel for all clay sports, but a 28" Vent rib barrel choked Mod or set up for choke tubes will come close.

And, it'll do the job during hunting season if you do yours.

You are limited to 2 3/4" shalls, but that's little hardship unless turkey or waterfowl are on the to do list.

HTH...

lockedcj7 · July 28, 2007, 04:47 PM

I used a 28", vent-rib, mod. choke barrel for years on clays, ducks and doves and it worked great. 2 3/4 shells are no handicap, even for ducks, geese and turkeys if you use the newer non-toxic loads like hevi-shot. If you get serious about it though, you'll probably want at least a 3" magnum gun.

Check your PMs.

Blueman2 · July 29, 2007, 10:14 AM

Thanks gents for all replies. I will be looking out for a barrel that will handle the removeable chokes. Looking at used values it seems they command about 50%-75% more than a fixed choke barrel but for the flexibility it is probably worth it.

I appreciate everyones willingness to educate me. Thanks.

Blueman2

July 27, 2007, 06:03 PM	#1
Blueman2 Junior Member Join Date: July 27, 2007 Location: SE Michigan Posts: 5	New old 870 Wingmaster for a newby Just came into an old (1978) 870 Wingmaster in unfired (so claimed by previous owner) condition. 2 3/4 ejection port, 20" smooth bore with rifle sights. Can I use the newer Remington barrels on this? What barrel and choke would be suitable for casual clay bird shooting? Thanks for any info Blueman2

July 27, 2007, 10:36 PM	#2
Death from Afar Senior Member Join Date: November 7, 2004 Location: Living the dream in Christchurch, NEW ZEALAND Posts: 1,635	I understand that you can. They are a nice gun, and it will do you proud. For casual clay bird fun, use a full choke, over 26 inches long. It will swing better. __________________ "Beware of the Man with one gun...he probably isnt into guns enough to be safe with it".

July 28, 2007, 04:47 PM	#4
lockedcj7 Senior Member Join Date: February 15, 2007 Posts: 1,215	I used a 28", vent-rib, mod. choke barrel for years on clays, ducks and doves and it worked great. 2 3/4 shells are no handicap, even for ducks, geese and turkeys if you use the newer non-toxic loads like hevi-shot. If you get serious about it though, you'll probably want at least a 3" magnum gun. Check your PMs. __________________ To a much greater extent than most mechanical devices, firearms are terribly unforgiving of any overconfidence, complacency or negligence.

July 28, 2007, 10:15 AM	#3
Dave McC Staff In Memoriam Join Date: October 13, 1999 Location: Columbia, Md, USA Posts: 8,811	Most barrels will work. Newer Express barrels use a different system to stay tight and lack the detent ball and sping needed to use the old style system. There's no perfect barrel for all clay sports, but a 28" Vent rib barrel choked Mod or set up for choke tubes will come close. And, it'll do the job during hunting season if you do yours. You are limited to 2 3/4" shalls, but that's little hardship unless turkey or waterfowl are on the to do list. HTH...

July 29, 2007, 10:14 AM	#5
Blueman2 Junior Member Join Date: July 27, 2007 Location: SE Michigan Posts: 5	Thanks gents for all replies. I will be looking out for a barrel that will handle the removeable chokes. Looking at used values it seems they command about 50%-75% more than a fixed choke barrel but for the flexibility it is probably worth it. I appreciate everyones willingness to educate me. Thanks. Blueman2