Q&A

Can I modify my Remington 870?

Can I modify my Remington 870?

It’s reliable, straightforward to use, to disassemble, and to accessorize. The popularity of the gun has made it easy to customize, as well as to replace parts if something ever breaks. We go deeper into the Mossberg 500 vs Remington 870 debate in our 5 Best Home Defense Shotguns.

Can Remington 870 be converted to magazine?

There are even aftermarket adaptor kits that can convert an 870 into a box magazine feeder. While the detachable magazine shotgun may not be a new concept, it is fairly significant for Remington to offer such a thing. The 870 is seen by many people as the gold standard in pump shotguns.

Is the Remington 870 a good shotgun?

Today, the Remington Model 870 is considered the best selling shotgun in history. The success of this gun has a lot to do with its reliability and sturdy design. The 870 has a solid steel receiver, while most other pump-action shotguns have alloy receivers. That translates to lasting durability.

Can I shoot slugs out of a Remington 870?

You absolutely can shoot slugs through your cylinder choke barrel. On the shelf at the store, you’re likely to see two varieties of slugs – rifled and sabot. A sabot slug is designed to be very accurate out of a rifled barrel.

Can I shoot slugs out of my Remington 870 Express?

What size shells does a Remington 870 use?

870 variants can be grouped into: Express – Matte blue/black bead-blasted with hardwood, laminated hardwood or synthetic stocks and chambered for 2 3/4″ and 3″ 12 or 20 gauge shot shells. All Expresses have been chambered in 3″ in 12 and 20 gauge, but markings have varied.

What are the specs of a Remington 870?

Remington Model 870 Specs Caliber: 12 Gauge. Action: Pump-Action. Length: 46½ Inches. Barrel Length: 26 inches. Weight: 7.25 lbs (approximately). Stock: Laminate. Sights: Single Bead Sight. Capacity: Four Rounds. Finish: Matte Blue. Introduced – 1987 (Express models). MSRP – $417.

What is the best shotgun to buy?

The pump-action 870 is the best-selling shotgun of all time for good reason: it works. That’s why it is such a popular shotgun for hunters, police and people who want a reliable shotgun to defend themselves from both 2 and 4-legged predators.

What are the best shotguns?

Though the Remington 870 is the best-selling shotgun of all time, the Mossberg 500 series is a close second and is also an excellent shotgun (the Robertson family likes Mossberg shotguns for a good reason). The Mossberg 590A1 Tactical is currently in use by the U.S. Army because of its rugged durability and reliability.

What is the length of a Remington 870 shotgun?

The most popular barrel length for the Remington 870 is 18″ as it’s short, simple, and inexpensive. Lengths such as 32’’ and 30’’ are common for hunting, but in order to get the best balance, they are often customized to be lighter via aftermarket boring.