Would you trust the 870 express HD with you life like you would the standard 870's - Page 2

Geezer · August 3rd, 2007, 12:35 AM

My 870 Express Magnum IS my HD shotgun. If I didn't trust it completely, I would still be using my Wingmaster. They are not good looking, but they will get the job done without fail.

sniper58 · August 3rd, 2007, 12:46 AM

I'd trust it without hesitation! A more sobering thought is it costs less than the Deluxe 870. Count on having your shotgun confiscated for "evidence" for six months to a year after a shooting. Then you get to petition the courts (at your expense) to get your property back, assuming you are still legally allowed to own it. Having the express held hostage isn't as painful as the more expensive Deluxe 870. Ditto on the "hope you don't have to use it."

raysheen · August 3rd, 2007, 09:31 AM

I too trust it without hesitation...this is one of our HD guns (one for me one for my wife)....loaded with Federal Low Recoil Tactical Buck.

JungleJim · August 3rd, 2007, 10:06 PM

It's on duty at my house. I upgraded the stocK to the Special ops, I like that it absorbs the recoil and is adjustable in case my wife works up the nerve to shoot it. Being 5' and 100 #s she is a bit intimdated by it. She shoots the rest of the guns though.

Plan B · August 3rd, 2007, 10:47 PM

I have an 870 - not the HD, but I think it's the step down (bare bones express w/ wood furniture - no upgrades). The ONLY problem I've ever had with it is it froze/locked up one time duck hunting. The conditions were absolutely and truly miserable and I wasn't that surprised. A quick clear and clean of water, mud and god-knows-what, and a can of WD40 prevented that from ever re-ocurring. Every other situation I've put it through - thousands of rounds - not a hiccup. I keep it cleaned and lubed, and well worked out. For a pure home defense gun it's great. Like sixto said, if it was a working gun, maybe go higher-end, but it doesn't sleet, snow or freeze in your home. Just my $.02.

cw

Black Knight · August 3rd, 2007, 11:52 PM

I have an 870 Wingmaster (20" barrel with rifle sights) on duty at home and so far no problems. In law enforcement most LEO's don't choose their shotgun and rely on what the agency provides. Most only know the brand and model of the shotgun if that. My agency uses Mossberg 590's and we have had no trouble from them either.

OD · August 4th, 2007, 12:43 AM

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The other models just have better finishes & chromed bolts rather than blued/parkerized ones.

http://www.remingtonmilitary.com/art...Pol6-30-05.pdf

turbo93 · August 6th, 2007, 04:14 PM

I am also in the market I have heard walmart carries the hd any body get theirs at wally world?

SubNine · August 6th, 2007, 04:17 PM

I trust my life with my Remington 870 Express Magnum 12 gauge. It's my primary HD weapon of choice, ready to go with 6 rounds of 2 3/4" 00 buckshot.

Timothy · August 9th, 2007, 02:20 AM

Of course I do. The differences are so minimal they have no effect on function. Saving money based on you own needs is not at all a bad thing. I'm glad the mfg provides that option myself.

August 3rd, 2007, 12:46 AM	#12
sniper58 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,068	I'd trust it without hesitation! A more sobering thought is it costs less than the Deluxe 870. Count on having your shotgun confiscated for "evidence" for six months to a year after a shooting. Then you get to petition the courts (at your expense) to get your property back, assuming you are still legally allowed to own it. Having the express held hostage isn't as painful as the more expensive Deluxe 870. Ditto on the "hope you don't have to use it." __________________ Tim BE PREPARED - Noah didn't build the Ark when it was raining! The price of freedom is eternal vigilance. Thomas Jefferson ________ NRA Life Member Last edited by sniper58; August 3rd, 2007 at 12:47 AM.. Reason: omission

August 6th, 2007, 04:17 PM	#19
SubNine Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Anchorage Alaska Posts: 1,085	I trust my life with my Remington 870 Express Magnum 12 gauge. It's my primary HD weapon of choice, ready to go with 6 rounds of 2 3/4" 00 buckshot. __________________ USMC rule # 23 of gunfighting: Be polite, be professional, but have a plan to kill everyone you meet.

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August 3rd, 2007, 12:35 AM	#11
Geezer Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mineral Wells Texas Posts: 348	My 870 Express Magnum IS my HD shotgun. If I didn't trust it completely, I would still be using my Wingmaster. They are not good looking, but they will get the job done without fail.

August 3rd, 2007, 09:31 AM	#13
raysheen Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: New Hampshire, USA Posts: 791	I too trust it without hesitation...this is one of our HD guns (one for me one for my wife)....loaded with Federal Low Recoil Tactical Buck.

August 3rd, 2007, 10:06 PM	#14
JungleJim Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: So. Fla Posts: 158	It's on duty at my house. I upgraded the stocK to the Special ops, I like that it absorbs the recoil and is adjustable in case my wife works up the nerve to shoot it. Being 5' and 100 #s she is a bit intimdated by it. She shoots the rest of the guns though.

August 3rd, 2007, 10:47 PM	#15
Plan B Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 146	I have an 870 - not the HD, but I think it's the step down (bare bones express w/ wood furniture - no upgrades). The ONLY problem I've ever had with it is it froze/locked up one time duck hunting. The conditions were absolutely and truly miserable and I wasn't that surprised. A quick clear and clean of water, mud and god-knows-what, and a can of WD40 prevented that from ever re-ocurring. Every other situation I've put it through - thousands of rounds - not a hiccup. I keep it cleaned and lubed, and well worked out. For a pure home defense gun it's great. Like sixto said, if it was a working gun, maybe go higher-end, but it doesn't sleet, snow or freeze in your home. Just my $.02. cw

August 3rd, 2007, 11:52 PM	#16
Black Knight Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Charlottesville, VA Posts: 373	I have an 870 Wingmaster (20" barrel with rifle sights) on duty at home and so far no problems. In law enforcement most LEO's don't choose their shotgun and rely on what the agency provides. Most only know the brand and model of the shotgun if that. My agency uses Mossberg 590's and we have had no trouble from them either.

August 6th, 2007, 04:14 PM	#18
turbo93 Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: tidewater VA Posts: 151	I am also in the market I have heard walmart carries the hd any body get theirs at wally world?

August 9th, 2007, 02:20 AM	#20
Timothy Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Nevada Posts: 25	Of course I do. The differences are so minimal they have no effect on function. Saving money based on you own needs is not at all a bad thing. I'm glad the mfg provides that option myself.