Rem 870 Supermag?

[fxstchewy]

Looking at buying a Rem 870, LGS has a Supermag for 3 1/2's is there any benefit to this over a regular 870 for normal use? my use may include Deer hunting and dove/duck and cans.

 

[Virginian]

If you NEED a 3-1/2" chambered gun that will do it. The longer chamber is the only advantage. I have seen two where the owners removed the shroud on the rear of the bolt because they said it popped off. But, everyone I know who has one is happy with it. All waterfowl hunters.

 

[dfariswheel]

Where the 3 1/2" Super Mag shells "fit" is for use on high-flying ducks and geese, which is what it was designed for.

For most other applications standard 2 3/4" shells are all that's needed.
Remember, in rifles and pistols Magnum means "more power".
In shotguns Magnum means "more shot or heavier slugs".

Most all 870's are now chambered for the 3" shell and if you buy a standard 3" gun, you'll have a far wider choice of barrels and accessories then you will with a Super Magnum.

Also, standard 870's cost less usually.

 

[chas08]

Most all 870's are now chambered for the 3" shell and if you buy a standard 3" gun, you'll have a far wider choice of barrels and accessories then you will with a Super Magnum.

Not true! the dimensions and weight are the same on the 870 Supermag as they are on the 3" express!

3" Chambered Barrels fit and work on the Supermag 870 as well! We have three in the family, two are outfitted with 18 " HD Barrels that have three inch chambers.

About the only difference is the position of the ejector, the dust cover at the rear of the bolt, and length of the ejection port! even the length of stroke of the pump is the same as the 3" models! I've compared them!

The only thing I have used 3.5 inch ammo on is snow geese! Id really rather use my 10ga on those because it don't kick as bad as the lighter gun!

I like the 870 supermag there s really no downside and you can run anything offered in them! Just my .02!

 

[rszwieg]

Steady use of 3.5" shells will cause sore shoulders and headaches IME. You will use 2.75" shells more often. If you pass shoot geese and ducks or chase coyotes you might want to consider a 10 gauge.

From what you're planning to use it for it sounds like you'd be better off with a 3" chambered gun.

 

[Blue Line]

I have the same gun and love it. It will shoot all 12 ga ammo is one of the reasons I love it. I dont think it kicks bad with 3 1/2's but they cost some more. Its an all around gun for me, light to heavy shells, super mag has you covered. I like having the ability to shoot the big shells when/if I want to.

 

[Outlaw Man]

I got one because, at the time, I wanted ONE shotgun to do everything. I've taken it pheasant hunting and trap shooting, though it's not exactly intended for those uses.

I think of it like a 4x4 Chevy. Most folks seldom, if ever, need 4-wheel drive or a big bed, nor is it best for carting the family around to all their activities. But if you can only have one vehicle...