Need some advice on a pair of shotguns

LorenzoSD · November 11, 2001, 06:12 PM

Alright everyone I am looking to pick up a pair of shotguns for some security work. this is the criteria

1) I dont want to put anything extra on it e.g. side saddle or similar things that would weigh it down and add thickness to the reciever etc.

2) no flames now but it is going to be a pistol grip

3)very durible finish since it wont always be babied

4)capacity since there will not be a side saddle

5) 18 inch barrel

6) pump action no autos since reduced recoil 00 buck will be the load

7) no custom firearms I might have the triggers slicked up a bit but nothing else really done to it basically stock

Thanks LorenzoSD

Benjamin · November 11, 2001, 06:55 PM

Winchester, Mossberg and Remington each make the gun which you describe.

An Ithaca would fit the bill also, but I don't believe any had factory pistol grip stock sets; you would need to add one, which may be in contradiction to #1

LorenzoSD · November 11, 2001, 09:52 PM

I know they are all good choices those are the ones I was mainly thinking of I dont mind having to add a pistol grip aftermarket but the main thing I am looking for is one choice and why in your opinion you would choose this one or that one

thanks LorenzoSD

9mmMike · November 11, 2001, 10:14 PM

My vote goes to a pair of Remington 870 Marine Magnums. They fill all your reqirements (minus the pistol grip). They come with the 18" barrel and factory mag extension. They are finished in nickel and well, they're 870's!
I shoot with a guy who has one with a pistol gripped full stock and a side saddle. It is really quite nice.
At around 400.00 ea., they're not cheap though.
Good luck,
Mike

Al Thompson · November 12, 2001, 07:14 AM

Hi LorenzoSD,

Welcome to TFL!

Giz

Al Thompson · November 13, 2001, 09:24 PM

I've shot a 1300 that had the Pachmyer pistol grip - seemed to be a good PG. The aluminum receiver should be more rust resistand than a steel one. For $250 each, you could have a set-up according to your specs.

Giz

LorenzoSD · November 13, 2001, 09:57 PM

I do have a Winchester 120 but atleast on the 120 the finish isnt durable enogh for my needs. plus I am not really too happy with the slide action on it I want something a little smoother. anyone know if I can get a PG for the Nova

Benjamin · November 13, 2001, 11:32 PM

Re: Nova

Nope. The receiver shell and stock are moulded as one piece.

November 11, 2001, 10:14 PM	#4
9mmMike Senior Member Join Date: January 6, 2000 Location: SE PA Posts: 1,049	My vote goes to a pair of Remington 870 Marine Magnums. They fill all your reqirements (minus the pistol grip). They come with the 18" barrel and factory mag extension. They are finished in nickel and well, they're 870's! I shoot with a guy who has one with a pistol gripped full stock and a side saddle. It is really quite nice. At around 400.00 ea., they're not cheap though. Good luck, Mike __________________ "Freedom is not free" Visit TheRallyPoint.org TheRallyPoint at LRGC- Saturday August 26th IF YOU LIVE IN PA AND DID NOT VOTE, YOU DESERVE TO LOSE YOUR GUNS!

November 12, 2001, 07:14 AM	#5
Al Thompson Staff Alumnus Join Date: May 2, 1999 Location: South Carolina Posts: 3,611	Hi LorenzoSD, Welcome to TFL! Giz __________________ http://www.scfirearms.org/ Last edited by Al Thompson; November 13, 2001 at 06:00 AM.

November 13, 2001, 09:24 PM	#6
Al Thompson Staff Alumnus Join Date: May 2, 1999 Location: South Carolina Posts: 3,611	I've shot a 1300 that had the Pachmyer pistol grip - seemed to be a good PG. The aluminum receiver should be more rust resistand than a steel one. For $250 each, you could have a set-up according to your specs. Giz __________________ http://www.scfirearms.org/

November 11, 2001, 06:12 PM	#1
LorenzoSD Member Join Date: October 25, 2001 Location: Kansas Posts: 16	Need some advice on a pair of shotguns Alright everyone I am looking to pick up a pair of shotguns for some security work. this is the criteria 1) I dont want to put anything extra on it e.g. side saddle or similar things that would weigh it down and add thickness to the reciever etc. 2) no flames now but it is going to be a pistol grip 3)very durible finish since it wont always be babied 4)capacity since there will not be a side saddle 5) 18 inch barrel 6) pump action no autos since reduced recoil 00 buck will be the load 7) no custom firearms I might have the triggers slicked up a bit but nothing else really done to it basically stock Thanks LorenzoSD

November 11, 2001, 06:55 PM	#2
Benjamin Senior Member Join Date: December 27, 1999 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 358	Winchester, Mossberg and Remington each make the gun which you describe. An Ithaca would fit the bill also, but I don't believe any had factory pistol grip stock sets; you would need to add one, which may be in contradiction to #1

November 11, 2001, 09:52 PM	#3
LorenzoSD Member Join Date: October 25, 2001 Location: Kansas Posts: 16	I know they are all good choices those are the ones I was mainly thinking of I dont mind having to add a pistol grip aftermarket but the main thing I am looking for is one choice and why in your opinion you would choose this one or that one thanks LorenzoSD

November 13, 2001, 09:57 PM	#7
LorenzoSD Member Join Date: October 25, 2001 Location: Kansas Posts: 16	I do have a Winchester 120 but atleast on the 120 the finish isnt durable enogh for my needs. plus I am not really too happy with the slide action on it I want something a little smoother. anyone know if I can get a PG for the Nova

November 13, 2001, 11:32 PM	#8
Benjamin Senior Member Join Date: December 27, 1999 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 358	Re: Nova Nope. The receiver shell and stock are moulded as one piece.