[killer]

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just bought an 870 express in 20 ga. there new laminated wood stocks are a huge improvemnt, in an already great gun. has anyone else seen or purchased the 2006 model? and what do you think of these new stocks? thanks denny

[9mmMike]

They have also started machining the tops of the receivers again to include a sort of rib. Does yours have that? 'supposed to look waaaaay better.

[killer]

yes mine has a flat milled on top gives a great sight plain. i have had alot of 870's over the years but i really like this one alot. this is my first in 20 ga.

[ArmedBear]

9mm-

I meant they machined the ribs, the barrel ribs, like on my BT-99, so the whole rib is checkered. My 2-year-old 870 Express has a rib that's just rough and blue like the barrel, and I think it's a tad narrower. It works, but the new one's nicer. And the laminate stock is a LOT nicer.

[killer]

i gotcha. yes there are very deep and nice grooves cut in yhe rib. i like it alot.

[Anteater1717]

i got a 20 the stocks are nice if you want shine you can rub some rem oil on the stock

[9mmMike]

I meant they machined the ribs, the barrel ribs, ...

Oh.

bummer. :(

[ArmedBear]

My 870 Express has a flat on top of the receiver; it's not just rounded, but it's not milled into grooves like my classic 1100, though.

I'm not sure whether they now have more than a flat strip to meet the rib. Of course on mine, the flat strip on the receiver matches the rib in size and texture. I'd have to see a new one again. First time I saw it was at a dog-and-pony show here; I was a lot more interested in shooting the new 105, since I already have a 12 Gauge 870 and probably won't replace it just to improve the rib.:)