Rem 870 Opens With Recoil

T.A.Sharps · December 2, 2009, 01:09 PM

I am shooting a rifled barrel Rem 870, so when I shoot at the range I do with it supported on my hand with a sling around my arm, and rested on top of a rolled up coat, to get the most steady shot possible while testing ammo.

Last time I shot it there was one instance that the action recoiled back open a little bit after a shot.

I'm not sure why, I think it might be after the recoil the shotgun comes back forward with enough force to jolt the pump back in my hand, or on the rest.

This doesn't happen when I am gripping the pump, as you would from offhand position standing up.

I think it may be my grip, because I have also had this happen with a Marlin 1895 lever action when I shoot it from a rested position. In the recoil the lever seems to pop down enough to open the action a bit.

Doyle · December 2, 2009, 01:15 PM

Fairly common. Don't worry about it.

hogdogs · December 2, 2009, 01:18 PM

Yep. It is natural as you are not holding the forestock. My mossberg fully opens and ejects the shell if I rest it and ifer it.
Brent

RoscoeC · December 2, 2009, 02:16 PM

From Remington's Support Website, FAQs:

The action on my Model 870 opens when I fire it. Is this normal?

It is the design of the Model 870 for the action bar lock to disengage once the shell has been fired. This enables you to load and fire the second shot with more speed.

If you have any concerns regarding the safe operation of your firearm, you can take it to your closest Remington Authorized Repair Center for evaluation.

Short answer: It's made that way.

nutty ned · December 3, 2009, 07:39 PM

The 887 does the same, called big green and they said what the post above said.

December 2, 2009, 01:09 PM	#1
T.A.Sharps Senior Member Join Date: December 28, 2007 Posts: 675	Rem 870 Opens With Recoil I am shooting a rifled barrel Rem 870, so when I shoot at the range I do with it supported on my hand with a sling around my arm, and rested on top of a rolled up coat, to get the most steady shot possible while testing ammo. Last time I shot it there was one instance that the action recoiled back open a little bit after a shot. I'm not sure why, I think it might be after the recoil the shotgun comes back forward with enough force to jolt the pump back in my hand, or on the rest. This doesn't happen when I am gripping the pump, as you would from offhand position standing up. I think it may be my grip, because I have also had this happen with a Marlin 1895 lever action when I shoot it from a rested position. In the recoil the lever seems to pop down enough to open the action a bit. __________________ " ...Said I never had much use for one. Never said I didn't know how to use it..." "Your reality, sir, is lies and bladerdash, and I am delighted to say I have no grasp of it whatsoever!"

December 2, 2009, 02:16 PM	#4
RoscoeC Senior Member Join Date: February 21, 2006 Location: DFW Metromess Posts: 562	From Remington's Support Website, FAQs: The action on my Model 870 opens when I fire it. Is this normal? It is the design of the Model 870 for the action bar lock to disengage once the shell has been fired. This enables you to load and fire the second shot with more speed. If you have any concerns regarding the safe operation of your firearm, you can take it to your closest Remington Authorized Repair Center for evaluation. Short answer: It's made that way. __________________ “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

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December 2, 2009, 01:15 PM	#2
Doyle Senior Member Join Date: June 20, 2007 Location: Rainbow City, Alabama Posts: 7,167	Fairly common. Don't worry about it.

December 2, 2009, 01:18 PM	#3
hogdogs Staff In Memoriam Join Date: October 31, 2007 Location: Western Florida panhandle Posts: 11,069	Yep. It is natural as you are not holding the forestock. My mossberg fully opens and ejects the shell if I rest it and ifer it. Brent

December 3, 2009, 07:39 PM	#5
nutty ned Senior Member Join Date: November 26, 2006 Posts: 765	The 887 does the same, called big green and they said what the post above said.