Buying a shotgun.....

[Neo7241]

In the market for a new (or slightly used) shotgun. But, for some reason I am not sure what style of stock to get. I love the feel of a full stock, but I think a pistol grip might be nice. I have yet to own a pistol grip scatter gun. So, I am curious what most people are shooting out there these days. This shotgun will be for home defense, competition, range work, and of course, the zombie apocalypse. I am mainly looking for this one to be a semi-auto. But more importantly, I need a push toward a pistol grip, or full stock design. Thanks! pf

[brettdison]

I am actually "dwelling" (still) on the shotgun stock question too. I have a good 'ol Remington 870 tactical which I bought new about 4 years ago ($400?). It came from the factory with a hollow full buttstock but I wanted the option to minimize size as much as possible (32"). I did not know much about what after market options were so I stuck an ATI 6 position stock (M4-like) on it until I got around to doing the research on what was available. Four years later now, I have the shotgun just the way I want it---all except for the stock. I actually like the stock quite a lot (even though it is pretty basic and cheap) except for the fact that the gun kicks like an SOB. Honestly, I am not at all afeared of recoil. I grew up with an 870 and I have owned a .375 H&H magnum since my time in Alaska (lived there for 20 years---Seattle now) and I have never complained about recoil on ANY gun until I put the ATI on this 870. I don't know what it is. The first few shots are fine but I do not especially look forward to shooting the fifth.

I am looking at a Blackhawk Spec Ops "KNOXX" stock (about $100 at Brownells). There are a few very well done video's about this stock on YouTube. From what I can see, it looks like it actually works! Phoenix Technologies makes the "Kicklite Sporter" which is a full stock and they have telescoping options as well. I do not know a thing about these stocks but hey are worth a look.

Putting together a perfect .12 gauge is fun. Also, it is worth doing right because they are such a work-horse of anyone's tactical weapon collection. Have fun putting it all together! (photo's of mine attached for ideas)

Specs:
Remington 870 tactical
ATI six position telescoping stock (converts into just pistol grip too)
Heat shield
H&K sling mounts
XS Ghost Ring iron sights and picatinny rail (factory)
Side Saddle
American defense QR site mount
Insight Technology MRDS (3 MOA) w/ protective shroud
Streamlight TLR 1 (w/strobe function)
Total: about $1300-$1400870-1.jpg870-2.jpg

[PatriotOne]

Consider a used Benelli M1 S90. Lightweight, accurate, pistol grip, fast shooting, reliable as long as you hang any crap on it e.g. shell holders, sights etc...If you need all that hanging on your gun, get an Benelli M4. Used M1 around $800, M4 are newer and will be $1300 or higher. The pistol grip, for me, really helps control. Good Luck to you.

[RocketScience]

You can't go wrong with a beneli m4. I like pistol grip stocks on all of my "home defense" shotguns. If it was me I would look for a pump instead of a semi. I haven't had many problems with semiauto's, but I would trust my life to a pump more so than a semiauto. Actually my home defense shotguns are over under shotguns. Less to malfunction and less that can go wrong. Also it is easier for someone with limited firearms training i.e. my wife to pick up an over under and be able to run it. That is just my opinion and you know what they say about opinions.

[Neo7241]

Well, so much for good intentions.....I am going to buy a new DD Ambush 6.8 (of course) rifle next week. Suppose the shotgun will have to be next months quest. Thanks for all the input folks!! Much appreciated! pf

[Aspp]

Rem 870, its a pump but there is a ton of aftermarket stuff for them, reliable, and CHEAP. Can trick one out and still have cash left for ammo or a pistol back up!

[Wildcat]

I have a 870, a mossberg 500, 535, and a beretta 390. If I was to go for a gun solely for home defense (in the lower end of the price range) it would be the 870 due to the safety location and slide release location. If you put a pistol grip on a mossberg it is difficult to reach the safety (it's on top) and the release (back left side of the trigger guard.

[Ratdog68]

Remington 870

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[t_ridl]

+1. Go with Remington 870.

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