I'm looking to build a shotgun for run&guns/defensive purposes. I'm not looking to break the bank but I'll spend the extra bucks on quality, I like the extended tube (NJ Legal?), 18.5" barrel (of course), ghost ring sights, pistol grip, and weapon light system. I'm debating if I should: A. get a used 870 or mossy 500 and modify it -or- B. get a new Mossy 590, and customize -or- C. keep my eyes open for someone's HD gun for sale. Any advice/ heads up/ or "dude, been there not worth it" would be appreciated. Pics are nice too for inspiration Thanks!

pump = you can do anything to it

 

for extended tube, I'd go with a Remmy 870

You cant go wrong with either the Remington 870 or Mossberg 500. The extended tube is legal, no limit on the pump, as is the pistol grip. Personally I would go with a regular stock on a 870.

I'd go with a mossy 590 (middle one below), it already comes with ghost ring sights, bbl is a little bit longer at 20" but barely noticeable, and it gives you an extra round in the tube. Most come with the speedfeed stock for an added 4 rounds.

 

 

I don't really see much of a point in ghost ring sights on a hd gun. Also, I think the 7+1 of the 870 is more than enough

I am partial to the tang safety of a Mossberg. Having used both the 870 and 590 in heavy use and not always the best conditions they will both serve you well. If you plan on a pistol grip stock, go with the 870. The safety is easier to manipulate. All what you prefer.

chris....7+1 is absolutely more than enough...I just enjoy a 80lb gun with 4 in the stock, 6 on the side, and 8 in the tube! lol

 

I gotta agree with Tim on the tang safety....especially for a lefty like myself.

chris....7+1 is absolutely more than enough...I just enjoy a 80lb gun with 4 in the stock, 6 on the side, and 8 in the tube! lol

 

I gotta agree with Tim on the tang safety....especially for a lefty like myself.

 

 

I do agree on the safety.

Mossburg's

Mossberg 500 (mariner)

Combo stock,forend grip(removeable)

I'd go with a mossy 590 (middle one below), it already comes with ghost ring sights, bbl is a little bit longer at 20" but barely noticeable, and it gives you an extra round in the tube. Most come with the speedfeed stock for an added 4 rounds.

 

 

 

Chad, i just wanted to add as a point of clarification.. not all 590's come with Ghost Ring Sights, there like 6 or 8 different models. Mine has just a bead.

I just put together a New England Firearms Pardner Pump 12ga setup. The firearm is well made believe it or not, and hefty which I like in a HD shotgun.

 

It's basically an H&R clone of the 870.

 

6+1, can handle 2.75 and 3 (reduced capacity though), and was like $220 out the door.

 

I added a 4 shell side saddle and a tritium front sight as well as a Streamlight TRL-1 tactical light side mounted.

 

For what it has, it was very very easy on the wallet.

You really can't go wrong with an 870, 500, or 590. All of them have a lot of aftermarket parts available. All of them have a reputation for reliability. I went with a Mossberg mostly because of the safety.

 

Cr@ppy pics, but it's a 18.5" 590A1 (I don't need a bayonet on a shotgun ) with some mods (shorter stock, sidesaddle, sling plate, larger safety, +2 extension)

 

Thanks for all the pictures and input guys, really appreciate it. I'm pretty sure I'm gonna go with a used 590, just gotta keep my eyes open :shock:

here you go http://gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=148504059

That is perfect! Right in Jersey too.

I'd go with a mossy 590 (middle one below), it already comes with ghost ring sights, bbl is a little bit longer at 20" but barely noticeable, and it gives you an extra round in the tube. Most come with the speedfeed stock for an added 4 rounds.

 

 

 

 

 

whats that small one all the way to the left?

That's just a 870 with a pistol grip on it, the forend is different now, much smaller...I have to update pic.

very cool, id like the smallest shotgun like that i could get

As long as the bbl is 18.5" and the over all length is at least 26" you are good to go. Short shotguns like that are not a good choice for home protection tho in my opinion.

As long as the bbl is 18.5" and the over all length is at least 26" you are good to go. Short shotguns like that are not a good choice for home protection tho in my opinion.

 

why do you say that?

 

is bbl the barrel length

 

http://www.mossberg.com/products/defaul ... n=products

 

if so does this look like the shortest nj legal?

As long as the bbl is 18.5" and the over all length is at least 26" you are good to go. Short shotguns like that are not a good choice for home protection tho in my opinion.

 

why do you say that?

 

is bbl the barrel length

 

http://www.mossberg.com/products/defaul ... n=products

 

if so does this look like the shortest nj legal?

 

Pistol grip shotguns are harder to aim, its more like point, and harder to recover from your shots for a follow up.

 

Since we're posting pictures and I'm the one voting for the 870 -

Here's Mine! I have the Mossberg Maverick 88 security with a Mossberg Heat Shield and Authentic Mossberg carbon-fiber grip. The Pistol grip shotgun is effective if you know how to shoot it. The full synthetic is better to use if space permits. I use both when I go to the range and overall efficiency is best with the full stock. You just have to practice no matter what you choose to go with.

 

You just have to practice no matter what you choose to go with.

 

Wiser words were never spoken.

 

 

You ghetto bastid!!! lmaoooo

As long as the bbl is 18.5" and the over all length is at least 26" you are good to go. Short shotguns like that are not a good choice for home protection tho in my opinion.

 

why do you say that?

 

is bbl the barrel length

 

http://www.mossberg.com/products/defaul ... n=products

 

if so does this look like the shortest nj legal?

 

Yes, BBL is short for Barrel. The link you posted for the mossberg JIC is NJ Legal.

 

Somebody had to do this! :clap: :clap:

 

Somebody had to do this! :clap: :clap:

 

OMG thanks ED I'm laughing so hard in the middle of class that I am crying, Thanks!

I am curious as to why do think an 18.5" barrel would not be good for a home defense gun when typically the furthest you would be shooting is 20 ft and more likely inside of 15.

I wasn't clear...I think the 18.5" bbl is perfect for home defense, I just meant the pistol grip stock is not good for HD. Too hard to control for my liking, this is just my opinion tho, many people like them.