FullEffect1911
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In response the the huge number of problems that some people are having with their Remington 870 express models, I thought I would post about my experiences so far.
I bought a new Remington 870 express 18" to replace an older shotgun of the same model I had. The first 870 was made in 2002 the current one in 2009.
The "older" shotgun had well over 1000 shells through it with no real hiccups or problems and was as reliable as a sunset. Even with the 18" barrel and cylinder bore, I used it for clay bird shooting. This shotgun had the internal lock in it.
The new one only has about 100 through it and has so far proven to be perfect. No internal lock, fit and finish seems fine, no rust and seems to have a pretty smooth chamber. It ate slugs and birdshot just fine and I'm going to pattern it with buckshot next time out.
I just want to post some positive experiences with the 870 as a change of pace.
I bought a new Remington 870 express 18" to replace an older shotgun of the same model I had. The first 870 was made in 2002 the current one in 2009.
The "older" shotgun had well over 1000 shells through it with no real hiccups or problems and was as reliable as a sunset. Even with the 18" barrel and cylinder bore, I used it for clay bird shooting. This shotgun had the internal lock in it.
The new one only has about 100 through it and has so far proven to be perfect. No internal lock, fit and finish seems fine, no rust and seems to have a pretty smooth chamber. It ate slugs and birdshot just fine and I'm going to pattern it with buckshot next time out.
I just want to post some positive experiences with the 870 as a change of pace.