Looking at getting a shotgun but not sure which kind I want. This will be a home defense gun and range gun. I have been loving pump, even though semi is nice but I think a pump will be a great first shotgun. So what do you guys recommend? All I know is I like for it to be black lol. Eventually I will trick it out with all goodies.

For HD Remington 870 tactical and never look back. Get the one with the ghost ring sights.

+1 for the Remington 870.

You are basically looking at two possibilities: the Mossberg 500 or the Remington 870. Both are fine shotguns. The only real difference is that the Mossberg is ambidexterous and the Remington 870 has a sort of duckbill feed ramp that keeps crap out of the feeding port. Some people prefer one over the other. I prefer the Mossberg, but that's just because it's what I had in the Army.

 

Other than that, you can't go wrong with either one.

You are basically looking at two possibilities: the Mossberg 500 or the Remington 870. Both are fine shotguns. The only real difference is that the Mossberg is ambidexterous and the Remington 870 has a sort of duckbill feed ramp that keeps crap out of the feeding port. Some people prefer one over the other. I prefer the Mossberg, but that's just because it's what I had in the Army.

 

Other than that, you can't go wrong with either one.

 

+1

 

If you want to be one of the cool kids in town and care about fancy brand names and can afford it, you can always look into a Beretta or Benelli. Me? I'd rather get 2x Mossbergs than one of the others.

Also adding to the Mossberg 500 or Remington 870. All about preferences after that point. Both have numerous aftermarket parts. If your a lefty I recomend the mossberg.

I love my 870 marine magnum. I'm left handed and have no problems with it.

 

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Not a lefty, and do not care about brand name, so no need for berretta. I'm going check out the 870 and the 500 you guys recommend.

Looking at getting a shotgun but not sure which kind I want. This will be a home defense gun and range gun. I have been loving pump, even though semi is nice but I think a pump will be a great first shotgun. So what do you guys recommend? All I know is I like for it to be black lol. Eventually I will trick it out with all goodies.

 

+1 for the Remy 870 tactical. Performed very well in Defensive Shotgun class.

 

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You cannot go wrong with a Remington 870 or Mossberg 500/590 series. I went with a third option - Benelli Supernova...which I am extremely happy with. I will pick up an 870 police and 590 eventually, but for now, I love my Supernova...

 

And all three together are about the same price as the shotgun I really wanted...Benelli M3 Super 90...

870 tactical all the way!!! Like johngo1 said "and don't look back"!!!

Stick a 1 1/2" side rail mount and a streamlight tlr-1 flashlight and call it a day. If ya want to get real fancy stick a aimpoint micro on the top rail (included).

Benelli supernova tac! All others are junk!

+1 on the Benelli !

I have a cheap Stevens 350 that shoots fine. Never had a problem with it at the range.

bad timing but an AR carbine makes a much better interior defensive weapon..

bad timing but an AR carbine makes a much better interior defensive weapon..

 

Ha! A mod that trolls! jk

 

I'm a Mossberg fan, but an 870 is just as good. If you want a top notch pump, look no further than a 590 or 590A1. Mossbergs choices are endless.

Ha! A mod that trolls! jk

 

I'm a Mossberg fan, but an 870 is just as good. If you want a top notch pump, look no further than a 590 or 590A1. Mossbergs choices are endless.

+1 cant get much better for a H/D shotty that a mossy

Ray ray always promoting the mossberg... do you get a commission?

Ray ray always promoting the mossberg... do you get a commission?

I'm a Mossberg fan, but an 870 is just as good.

 

did you NOT read my post?

I did but a year or so ago I asked your oppinion on the two and you reccomended Mossberg, with Remington as a strong second.

I did but a year or so ago I asked your oppinion on the two and you reccomended Mossberg, with Remington as a strong second.

 

and did you heed my advice?

Not yet, I fell out of the market for a shotgun but recently some cashflow opened up so I'm on the hunt again. I plan on getting one of each... for now...

If you can find a Winchester 1300 Defender in good shape it's a great HD shotgun. Factory 8+1 capacity is better than having to fool with a magazine extension, IMO. Nothing wrong with the other recommendations here, but don't overlook the less popular options.

What about the Remington 887 nitro tactical? What's everyone's thought on that shotty?

What about the Remington 887 nitro tactical? What's everyone's thought on that shotty?

 

it's really thick, not sure why but the gun is big. And IIRC, it's in 3 1/2 chamber which means a long action.

Remi 870 here

my 2nd HD is gonna be a semi... Benelli semi

870 was my first shotgun and I still have it. Has shot flawlessly. Have a slug barrel for deer and an improved choke for trap/skeet/bird.

I have had a few. Always go back to the 870 though. You can't go wrong with any that have been mentioned.

Going out today to hopefully check some out!

 

Yes would love a AR but impossible to find with a reasonable price.

 

But can't wait to report back about the shotty hunt!

I think you guys sold me on either the 870 or moss 500... Now I just have to get rid of my H&R Ultra Slug Hunter (: