Is the Remington 870 Wingmaster a good gun?

Whilst the Wingmaster is at heart now an old fashioned shotgun and doesn’t feature all the latest technology that many manufacturers including Remington make great of, the 870 is still a remarkable shotgun to shoot.

What’s the difference between a Remington 870 Wingmaster and 870 Express?

The only real difference between the two shotguns is their cosmetic look and some of the internal parts. The Remington 870 Express contains synthetic fore-ends and stocks made of laminated wood. The Remington 870 Wingmaster will obviously be more expensive since it is made with walnut and polished metal surfaces.

Can Remington 870 Wingmaster shoot slugs?

Post subject: Re: Can my Remington Wingmaster 870 shoot a slug ? short answer, yes you can shoot slugs out of your 870.

What are the specs of a Remington 870?

Remington Model 870 Specs Caliber: 12 Gauge. Action: Pump-Action. Length: 46½ Inches. Barrel Length: 26 inches. Weight: 7.25 lbs (approximately). Stock: Laminate. Sights: Single Bead Sight. Capacity: Four Rounds. Finish: Matte Blue. Introduced – 1987 (Express models). MSRP – $417.

What caliber is a Remington 870?

The Model 870 is available in 12, 16, 20 or 28-gauge and in .410 caliber shotgun chambers, whereas a .410, is an odd exception with a gauge being roughly equivalent to a 68 gauge.

What is the length of a Remington 870 shotgun?

The most popular barrel length for the Remington 870 is 18″ as it’s short, simple, and inexpensive. Lengths such as 32’’ and 30’’ are common for hunting, but in order to get the best balance, they are often customized to be lighter via aftermarket boring.

What is the weight of a Remington 870?

The Remington 870 weighs between 7.0 lbs and 8.0 lbs. The use of steel in a Remington 870 adds to its weight. Aftermarket parts used to customize these guns may change how heavy the gun ends up becoming.