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    RaVis

    RaVis

    Oi!
    Jun 19, 2011
    2,192
    Watkins87 said:
    Seriously though, Im interested in Hunting (for them tasty birds) and just in case purposes of having it useful for Home Defense.
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    Mossberg 500 Field/Security combo in wood or synthetic.

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    dapefley

    Ultimate Member
    Jan 20, 2013
    1,147
    Hughesville MD
    I have also heard... so don't take this as scripture... that the 870 uses hammer forged receiver, while the mossberg 500 uses a cast receiver... IDK for sure though. I'm also sure that there are other little details... *whispers* go with the 870.
     
    RaVis

    RaVis

    Oi!
    Jun 19, 2011
    2,192
    dapefley said:
    I have also heard... so don't take this as scripture... that the 870 uses hammer forged receiver, while the mossberg 500 uses a cast receiver... IDK for sure though. I'm also sure that there are other little details... *whispers* go with the 870.
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    Remington 870s have a steel receiver and will rust. Mossbergs have an aluminum receiver and won't last as long. So you're in the dump either way.

    Anything else we can throw in the bin to dissuade the OP from one brand over the other?

    :sad20:
     
    STeveZ

    STeveZ

    Thank you, Abelard
    Sep 22, 2011
    780
    Aberdeen, MD
    I would recommend a a semi-auto in 12 gauge, 26" barrels with choke tubes. I like a semi's ease of operation, quicker follow up shot and lower felt recoil. To me they look, feel and swing better than a pump. A Remington 1100 or 1187, or a Beretta 390 or 391 are excellent values. Less expensive but more spartan, the Mossberg semi's have a good reputation as well, though I have no experience with them.
     
    Uncle Duke

    Uncle Duke

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    Feb 2, 2013
    11,717
    Not Far Enough from the City
    The Remington 870 and Mossberg 500 are both good pump guns if you're partial to those. Have had both for 25 years or more with thousands of rounds through each. I especially like the receiver mounted safety on the Mossberg, and especially when hunting with gloves and cold hands. You'll notice that some manufacturers locate the safety at the front of the trigger guard, while others locate them at the rear. No big deal unless you're switching guns frequently. i wish all manufacturers used the same location. Personal preference to be sure, but a receiver mounted safety just makes the most sense to me.
     
    mark71211

    mark71211

    Ultimate Member
    Sep 10, 2012
    2,234
    Edgewater
    I got a newer 870 and its good but if I were to do it again I would go to a gun shop and pick up an older 870. I just feel there were made better back on the 80's. heck I think the newer one use pine nowadays
     
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