Remington 870? should I?

BFG1300 · September 3, 2010, 01:47 AM

I own 2 Mossbergs (an old 500 and a 6 shot 590) and 2 Winchesters (both 1300s one of them just a ranger and a 8 shot defender). I was wondering if I should buy a Remington 870. I don't really need another shotgun but I love them. Yes? No? Pictures?

zippy13 · September 3, 2010, 03:34 AM

What do you do with the shotguns you already have? It sounds like you already have the bases covered for HD and general purpose guns. How about something different like a coach gun for cowboy shooting or a sporting O/U? Or, if the guns you have now are all 12-ga, then you might want to give a smaller gun a try to sharpen your skills.

Nobody really needs another shotgun, it's a case of wanting one.

abelacres · September 3, 2010, 07:52 AM

You can get a lot of after market add ons for the 870, some practical, some mall ninja

.
If you can get a good deal on one go for it.
There is no such thing as too many....

BFG1300 · September 3, 2010, 09:00 AM

I have many firearms of all different sizes. I love them all. for the coach gun i am already looking for a Remington Spartan. I would like to see if the 870 stand up to what everybody says about it. and yes. there is no such thing as too many guns.

BFG1300 · September 3, 2010, 09:02 AM

and who said I needed it? lol I want it just like a DPMS Panther LRT SASS but I'm just getting the cheaper ones out of the way.

Deerhunter · September 3, 2010, 09:16 AM

My first shotgun was a hand me down SxS 16 gauge. Then my parents bought me a Mossberg 500. I later bought a Remington 870 Express Mag (about 1997/1998). Wish I had known about the Express Super Mag then. Anyway, the Mossberg went into the gun cabinet and hadn't been out since (other than cleaning) until my buddy borrowed it last weekend.

Fifth Wheel · September 3, 2010, 09:48 AM

Get one. 870s are awesome.

mathman · September 3, 2010, 09:51 AM

Quote:

Nobody really needs another shotgun, it's a case of wanting one

This is very true...for most people one shotgun will do the trick. But owning just one isn't much fun.

1SG Ret · September 3, 2010, 11:16 AM

5th Wheel,
May I ask what brand of magazine extensions you have on the 870s? Very sharp looking and a great collection you have.
Thanks.

EdInk · September 3, 2010, 11:35 AM

Yes.

RoscoeC · September 3, 2010, 11:44 AM

A pump collection without an 870 is like a day without sunshine.

jmortimer · September 3, 2010, 12:56 PM

The shotguns you have are as good as the 870. I would at least get a "Police Grade" or Wingmaster - if you get the Express do a search for upgrades recommended by Scattergun Bob as otherwise you will have one more shotgun of essentially same quality. Why not go ouside of the box and for a little more $$$ get a 930 Mossberg Semi-auto.

Fifth Wheel · September 3, 2010, 01:55 PM

Thank you for the compliments. Both mag extensions are factory Remington.

The extension on the top shotgun is a +3 and the extension on the middle shotgun is a +2. I've had the top shotgun since 1989 and, back then, the bracket for the extension lacked the swivel stud to attach the sling swivels. I just left it that way, as I never slung it. The middle shotgun is a Police Magnum from 2004, and it came with the +2 extension. The new brackets have the swivel stud attached. Both extensions have functioned 100%.

I really dig the Police Magnum. I had the LOP shortened to 13", polished up the front bead with Flitz and a dremel, and worked the heck out of the action. It has a very slick action. Slicker than the old 870.

Snakedriver · September 3, 2010, 02:59 PM

New guy here that's been lurking for quite a while. I love my 7-shot 870 Express HD gun. It's well balanced and shoots great. Everything is factory except that I added a sling and XS Big Dot night sights.

Rem 870-05.jpg

Rem 870-06.jpg

Fifth Wheel · September 3, 2010, 03:43 PM

That's a beauty. How do you like the XS sight?

Nnobby45 · September 3, 2010, 06:38 PM

Quote:

I was wondering if I should buy a Remington 870. I don't really need another shotgun but I love them. Yes? No? Pictures?

Not sure that would be wise. Since you love your shotguns so much, buying a superior 870 will only lower them in your estimation.

Scattergun Bob · September 3, 2010, 08:19 PM

The theory of needs and wants applies to gathering Scatterguns around us. My wife often asks me do you really need another shotgun, my response is no, but I sure do want one!

We are truly blessed to be living in the GOLDEN age of Scatterguns, more manufacturers of solid guns and innovative models exist today than in any other time of our history. Revile in that and if you do not like a new 870 after you purchase it, some one else will!

Good Luck & Be Safe

Snakedriver · September 3, 2010, 09:42 PM

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Fifth Wheel: "That's a beauty. How do you like the XS sight?"

The XS Big Dot sights are awesome. Visibility, both day and night are greatly enhanced over the standard gold bead. The tritium glow is supposed to last for 15 years.

Dave McC · September 3, 2010, 10:41 PM

870s are darn good shotguns, and there's five here. But not the only choice.

Try one, then decide if you want one here and now.

FoxtrotRomeo · September 3, 2010, 10:56 PM

Mine is an 870 express. I love mine. http://s89.photobucket.com/albums/k2...70fullyMod.jpg

**Spats McGee** · September 4, 2010, 12:29 AM

Yes, you should.

Spencer R. · September 7, 2010, 07:07 PM

Yes to the 870. They just plain work. Also I once heard of a man using his as a paddle to get to shore when he lost his while shooting water foul.

JNewell · September 7, 2010, 07:29 PM

IMHO, everyone should try a Wingmaster. It may or may not float your boat, but it hasn't been around for 50 years and millions and millions of copies for nothing. If you buy used and buy smart you can resell for close to what you paid or maybe even make a profit.

DanB · September 8, 2010, 11:25 PM

Yes.

I'm just Sayin!

Fifth Wheel · September 8, 2010, 11:35 PM

Man, that's nice

. Out of curiosity, does the 14" barrel have a cylinder bore?

September 3, 2010, 01:47 AM	#1
BFG1300 Member Join Date: August 9, 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 31	Remington 870? should I? I own 2 Mossbergs (an old 500 and a 6 shot 590) and 2 Winchesters (both 1300s one of them just a ranger and a 8 shot defender). I was wondering if I should buy a Remington 870. I don't really need another shotgun but I love them. Yes? No? Pictures? __________________ "Good. Bad. I'm the guy with the gun." Army of Darkness

September 3, 2010, 07:52 AM	#3
abelacres Senior Member Join Date: August 5, 2010 Location: Jackson County Florida Posts: 207	You can get a lot of after market add ons for the 870, some practical, some mall ninja. If you can get a good deal on one go for it. There is no such thing as too many.... __________________ If something seems too good to be true it's best to shoot at it just to be sure

September 3, 2010, 09:00 AM	#4
BFG1300 Member Join Date: August 9, 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 31	I have many firearms of all different sizes. I love them all. for the coach gun i am already looking for a Remington Spartan. I would like to see if the 870 stand up to what everybody says about it. and yes. there is no such thing as too many guns. __________________ "Good. Bad. I'm the guy with the gun." Army of Darkness

September 3, 2010, 09:02 AM	#5
BFG1300 Member Join Date: August 9, 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 31	and who said I needed it? lol I want it just like a DPMS Panther LRT SASS but I'm just getting the cheaper ones out of the way. __________________ "Good. Bad. I'm the guy with the gun." Army of Darkness

September 3, 2010, 09:16 AM	#6
Deerhunter Senior Member Join Date: April 15, 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 467	My first shotgun was a hand me down SxS 16 gauge. Then my parents bought me a Mossberg 500. I later bought a Remington 870 Express Mag (about 1997/1998). Wish I had known about the Express Super Mag then. Anyway, the Mossberg went into the gun cabinet and hadn't been out since (other than cleaning) until my buddy borrowed it last weekend. __________________ My idea of fast food is a mallard. -Ted Nugent

September 3, 2010, 03:34 AM	#2
zippy13 Senior Member Join Date: August 23, 2008 Location: SoCal Posts: 6,281	What do you do with the shotguns you already have? It sounds like you already have the bases covered for HD and general purpose guns. How about something different like a coach gun for cowboy shooting or a sporting O/U? Or, if the guns you have now are all 12-ga, then you might want to give a smaller gun a try to sharpen your skills. Nobody really needs another shotgun, it's a case of wanting one.

September 3, 2010, 09:48 AM	#7
Fifth Wheel Member Join Date: March 21, 2006 Posts: 49	Get one. 870s are awesome.

September 3, 2010, 11:16 AM	#9
1SG Ret Junior Member Join Date: August 26, 2010 Posts: 7	5th Wheel, May I ask what brand of magazine extensions you have on the 870s? Very sharp looking and a great collection you have. Thanks.

September 3, 2010, 11:35 AM	#10
EdInk Senior Member Join Date: May 27, 2009 Posts: 3,877	Yes. __________________ Sic Semper Tyrannis

September 3, 2010, 11:44 AM	#11
RoscoeC Senior Member Join Date: February 21, 2006 Location: DFW Metromess Posts: 554	A pump collection without an 870 is like a day without sunshine. __________________ “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing." --Helen Keller "Do not cry havoc when you should but hunt with modest warrant." --William Shakespeare Glock Certified Armorer NRA Life Member

September 3, 2010, 12:56 PM	#12
jmortimer Junior member Join Date: January 24, 2010 Location: South West Riverside County California Posts: 2,765	The shotguns you have are as good as the 870. I would at least get a "Police Grade" or Wingmaster - if you get the Express do a search for upgrades recommended by Scattergun Bob as otherwise you will have one more shotgun of essentially same quality. Why not go ouside of the box and for a little more $$$ get a 930 Mossberg Semi-auto.

September 3, 2010, 01:55 PM	#13
Fifth Wheel Member Join Date: March 21, 2006 Posts: 49	Thank you for the compliments. Both mag extensions are factory Remington. The extension on the top shotgun is a +3 and the extension on the middle shotgun is a +2. I've had the top shotgun since 1989 and, back then, the bracket for the extension lacked the swivel stud to attach the sling swivels. I just left it that way, as I never slung it. The middle shotgun is a Police Magnum from 2004, and it came with the +2 extension. The new brackets have the swivel stud attached. Both extensions have functioned 100%. I really dig the Police Magnum. I had the LOP shortened to 13", polished up the front bead with Flitz and a dremel, and worked the heck out of the action. It has a very slick action. Slicker than the old 870.

September 3, 2010, 02:59 PM	#14
Snakedriver Senior Member Join Date: September 3, 2010 Location: SW. Florida Posts: 135	New guy here that's been lurking for quite a while. I love my 7-shot 870 Express HD gun. It's well balanced and shoots great. Everything is factory except that I added a sling and XS Big Dot night sights. Rem 870-05.jpg Rem 870-06.jpg __________________ Fear is a reaction................Courage is a decision! Last edited by Snakedriver; September 3, 2010 at 09:22 PM.

September 3, 2010, 03:43 PM	#15
Fifth Wheel Member Join Date: March 21, 2006 Posts: 49	That's a beauty. How do you like the XS sight?

September 3, 2010, 08:19 PM	#17
Scattergun Bob Senior Member Join Date: February 29, 2008 Location: Nine Mile Falls, Washington Posts: 1,185	BFG1300 The theory of needs and wants applies to gathering Scatterguns around us. My wife often asks me do you really need another shotgun, my response is no, but I sure do want one! We are truly blessed to be living in the GOLDEN age of Scatterguns, more manufacturers of solid guns and innovative models exist today than in any other time of our history. Revile in that and if you do not like a new 870 after you purchase it, some one else will! Good Luck & Be Safe __________________ First, with the most, WINS! Regards, Scattergun Bob

September 3, 2010, 10:41 PM	#19
Dave McC Staff In Memoriam Join Date: October 14, 1999 Location: Columbia, Md, USA Posts: 8,831	870s are darn good shotguns, and there's five here. But not the only choice. Try one, then decide if you want one here and now.

September 3, 2010, 10:56 PM	#20
FoxtrotRomeo Senior Member Join Date: June 14, 2010 Posts: 487	Mine is an 870 express. I love mine. http://s89.photobucket.com/albums/k2...70fullyMod.jpg __________________ "The mediocre mind is incapable of understanding the man who refuses to bow blindly to conventional prejudices and chooses instead to express his opinions courageously and honestly." - Albert Einstein]

September 4, 2010, 12:29 AM	#21
Spats McGee Staff Join Date: July 28, 2010 Location: Arkansas Posts: 3,309	Yes, you should.

September 7, 2010, 07:07 PM	#22
Spencer R. Member Join Date: September 7, 2010 Posts: 18	YES Yes to the 870. They just plain work. Also I once heard of a man using his as a paddle to get to shore when he lost his while shooting water foul.

September 7, 2010, 07:29 PM	#23
JNewell Senior Member Join Date: March 12, 2000 Posts: 1,094	IMHO, everyone should try a Wingmaster. It may or may not float your boat, but it hasn't been around for 50 years and millions and millions of copies for nothing. If you buy used and buy smart you can resell for close to what you paid or maybe even make a profit.

September 8, 2010, 11:25 PM	#24
DanB Member Join Date: August 21, 2009 Posts: 28	Yes. I'm just Sayin!

September 8, 2010, 11:35 PM	#25
Fifth Wheel Member Join Date: March 21, 2006 Posts: 49	Man, that's nice . Out of curiosity, does the 14" barrel have a cylinder bore?