Which "Pump" Riot gun would you get ??

[chud333]

I need a little advise from the members here.
I'm wanting to buy a 12 gauge pump gun for
home defense and "Stuff hits the Fan" situations.
I don't want all the tacticool stuff, just a basic
pump gun with good sights, extended tube for
more capacity, and sling swivels so i can throw
it over my shoulder and move.
I Don't care if it's wood or plastic stocked.
Only pump shotgun i have ever owned was an
870 (not a riot version), and it served me well
in the woods hunting.
I don't have a large budget.
Trying to stay under 500 on this one.
What is out there that's reliable, available,
smooth, and inexpensive?
What would you look for at a large gunshow
or your favorite gun shop?

Chuck

 

[RobertJ.]

Find another 870, preferably an older, used Wingmaster, and do something like this to it. You should be able to stay under $500.

I like other makes and models also, the 870 just happens to be my favorite.

 

[islamoradamark]

i got a mossberg 590 8 shot 2/3 quatar with vented rib like one above one bead sight one front works great and under 500 i onece saw a used one at a flee market for 125.00 should have bought it but i already had 2 and that was long ago good luck with ur search u will find one at the right price

 

[lawandorder]

There is only "one", the 870.

 

[7shooter]

I have a Mossberg 500 and a Remington 870 that are both set up for home defense. They have both been reliable. You could flip a coin and win either way. I'd be interested in hearing if anyone has had experience with Mossbergs lower cost Maverick.

 

[cmort666]

I've got an Ithaca Model 37 Deer Slayer Police Special. That's what I'd choose.

 

[ralph7]

Here's a vote for the Ithaca mod 37 Featherweight.
They are a little harder to find and sometimes a bit more money, but still within your budget and has a great reputation as a durable fighting gun.
Also has bottom eject for ambidextrous use.

Still typing when you beat me, Mort.

 

[Hapworth]

It really comes down to the classic: Remington 870 vs Mossberg 500. Excellent examples to be had of either.

Personally, I lean toward 870s. I'd either hunt for a well-preserved old Wingmaster Police model, or take a look at AI&P Tactical and see which of his 870 builds fits your needs and budget.

 

[CO_Kid]

Another vote for the 870. I've used them as a cop for 11 years and I've never seen one break down. And they'e so simple, that even I, the guy who is one step above Amish on the technology ladder, can take it apart and fix it.

As an added bonus, I've also seen one bust the front teeth out of a sergeant I despised when he tried to shoot it without the folding stock opened

 

[chief38]

It's hard to beat a Remington 870 or the Ithaca 37 Featherweight. They are both time tested and used my many LE Agency's. I suppose the Mossberg 500 would work as well but never liked them quite as much.

 

[Brian41]

I like the 870 also. I have the Marine Magnum with extended magazine as it was durable on my sailboat but the blued models are fine. I've had other pump shotguns as well but like the 870 real well.
I would suggest some practice with it and the loads you'll use in it. Shotguns do take some getting used to and proper tolerance to recoil is something acquired. I've been a bird hunter most my life so a pump shotgun is second nature to me but for those not familiar with them practice is needed.

 

[Arik]

Used police Remington 870 or Mossberg 500/590. They are usually around $200. I picked up a Remington 870 police magnum for $197.

 

[Grayfox]

just a basic pump gun with good sights, extended tube for more capacity, and sling swivels so i can throw it over my shoulder and move.

Sounds to me like the Mossberg 590 is exactly what you're looking for. I'm very happy with mine.

 

[dsink]

I have a plain jane Rem 870 police magnum with the 18" barrel. Picked mine up from our local sheriffs dept. when they were trading theres in.

I had a 20" mossberg 8 shot but the one time I needed to get it out in the night, I found it was a little to long for what I wanted.

Nothing wrong with either one but I would lean towards the Rem 870 with the 18" barrel.

 

[ibewbull]

$175 pump shotguns are all over.
Shorten one and spend cash on ammo.
Find one which fits you.

 

[whitestang]

When I was a Deputy Sheriff we had 870s,great shotguns and very simple to keep in working order.

 

[Farmer17]

I have a Mossberg 500 and a Remington 870 that are both set up for home defense. They have both been reliable. You could flip a coin and win either way. I'd be interested in hearing if anyone has had experience with Mossbergs lower cost Maverick.

I've had 5 or 6 Rem 870s over the last 40 years and all served me just fine. I bought a Mossberg Maverick a few years ago brand new for $157 just to try something different and I really like it. I have shot the heck out of it and I like the safety in front of the trigger guard like a 10/22, and it seems faster and more natural than behind the trigger guard. I like how the ejection port is open, it seems to make loading faster and easier when I'm firing a lot of rounds at birds. I like how the mag holds 5 rounds instead of four, but other than that they are both about equal and you can't go wrong picking either one.

 

[jack the toad]

Mossy is good but I'm an 870 kinda guy.
Either one should serve you well.

 

[sheepdawg]

What no fans of the old Winchester Model 12? The slamfire feature is a hoot, just pull the trigger and start pumping as long as your shoulder will hold out.

This one was made in 1946.

 

[Maddog 521]

I have a Winchester Defender that works very well for me. Works every time.