Classic Remington 870 12 Gauge

[@lucabrasi5070]

It’s a classic. The small block 350 of shotguns.

[@chrisnewman7756]

Great way to put it

[@ericbugg4201]

I’m pretty sure that’s the best way I’ve heard it described

[@joeyhambrick809]

yes it is but more like the 5.0 Boss lol

[@danielmastin3606]

I had a 870 Express, gave it to my son years ago. Shot a lot of game with it. Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl. So damn reliable.

[@mimzy4319]

You can't beat an 870. I've had two, and both were stolen in a burglary. I need to get a new one. They look so good with wooden furniture

[@AMXSShirt]

Was given a Wingmaster for Christmas 1982. Still have it. ❤

[@GShileikis]

This model is what we carried aboard US Navy ships from Vietnam to the mid 90s. Only difference was our version had a much shorter barrel as it was used inside the ship to "Clear Out Passageways". Loved shooting it at qualifications, what a sweet shooter.

[@scottg5588]

I bought a 870 Express, mostly due to the price. I was told by a former cop that I should throw it in the river. Later I swapped in a 870 police action; what a difference! Made several upgrades over time, pistol grip stock, foregrip, magazine, safety, Vang Comp'd the barrel. Fun stuff.

[@manuelmorales5729]

I was told to do so as well but I don't have any reason to do so yet. I put a couple hundred rounds thru it once a month and it haven't failed yet. Not gonna lie I was getting stuck shells at first but I just polished the bore and bolt and now I use it as home gun as well. That's how much confidence I have in it.

[@scottg5588]

@@manuelmorales5729 I agree that it's fundamentally a good gun. But it can also be made much better.

[@johnnywilson7799]

That former cop knew nothing about about firearms

[@lindanelson8400]

One of my favorite pump shotguns has always been the 870 Wingmaster. Not long ago I thought, sure would be nice to have another of the original Wingmasters. Boy was I surprised, I found one that had acceptable (honest) wear for the age, and still presented well. Over $500.00. I didn't buy it. Fortunately I still have a couple other favorites that I didn't let get away from me, my trusty Ithaca 37, and my favorite gun of all I own, my 20 ga. Winchester model 12 my dad bought for me when I was a kid. It was used, and he bought it from my uncle's combination gun shop and lawnmower repair shop in 1967. It still looks and functions like new. There's some wear in the bluing on the underside of the receiver from carrying, otherwise she's like new. Hickok does the last gun I'd get rid of reviews. That old old Winchester from my dad would be the one I hang on to. If the house was on fire and I could only carry out one thing, that's what I'd grab. The only way it leaves my hands is when I pass it down to the next generation who will have the same appreciation for it that I do. Rational? No, dollar wise I have guns worth much more. That model 12 has value beyond anything money could replace. It's become a part of the family, and my hope is for it to stay in the family forever, continue to harvest game and be part of the conversation after a good hunt. Oh, the ramblings of an old sentimental.

[@paulmatheny3650]

My grandpa's Remington pump 20 gauge it's still around..👍

[@lindanelson8400]

@@paulmatheny3650 Never let it go.

[@paulmatheny3650]

@@lindanelson8400 want to get it to my son. I'm up in Chicago Illinois and he lives in St Augustine Florida.. my pops has it but he's 78. It's hardly been shot in its whole life to be truthful

[@rickfarber4186]

It's sad yesterday they closed the doors in Ilion ,NY. They sold off everything from the museum. It should have never been allowed. This is the home of the Remingtons . At least the museum should still be here. Just a sad day here in NY.

[@Useralex995]

Yeah we are losing our identity here in NY. Used to be NY was a symbol of freedom now it's the least free state in the country. Thank God I live in the north country but even up here they are running us out with high taxes, high prices and high crime.

[@BenjaminAnthony-tv1yc]

@@Useralex995my family is from NY. I also have family in Littleton New Hampshire. I was highly considering moving to new Hampshire but I am planning on moving to western Montana instead. The north east is not what it used to be unfortunately.

[@tonylawrence1814]

Yes, Mossbergs were used in Vietnam..I have an auto 9300 used there..

[@BroncoBob3113]

Cool dose it have all the cool marks like the flaming bombshell

[@tonylawrence1814]

@@BroncoBob3113 I don't remember, my son has had it for about 12 years, 4 states away, it will be his one day 🤔

[@Lee-rq1ek]

My 870 Wingmaster was made in '79, and I carried it in my patrol days...retired in '09.

[@jamesharber7820]

The speed of those slugs getting to the gong really impressed me. It seemed faster that a .45!

[@paulis7319]

A bb gun seems faster than a .45! 🤣(some reach 1200+ fps)

[@Bellboy40]

The 12 gauge slug really is traveling faster than a 45 caliber bullet. Almost twice as fast.

[@jamesharber7820]

@@Bellboy40 Thank you. That surprises me because of the diameter and weight of a slug.

[@robertlabella5419]

Bought an “870 Express” 35 years ago and it still looks almost right out if the box!!! Couple years ago increased magazine tube to hold 9 + 1 rounds for home defense. Love this shotgun!!! 👍🙃

[@tendraftsdeep]

$130 at Walmart back in 1993. What extension did you get? I want to do the same.

[@miker9043]

I have two 870s , one is a short barrel extended mag with flashlight i keep by the bed , great guns !

[@Lazybones52]

My 870s so beautiful the blueing the wood and fit and finish. such a smooth action

[@wizardofahhhs759]

My 870 is a SuperMag. A couple of weeks ago I purchased a 24" barrel for it because the 28" doesn't get used for turkey hunting much anymore and I wanted something a little easier to get in and out of my truck. I have more expensive shotguns but my 870 has proven itself to be a fun and reliable companion on days when I just want to shoot at a variety of objects with a variety of loads. Definitely my favorite shotty.

[@squawk3120]

I have a 1970’s 2 2/3” Wingmaster that was my childhood gun passed to me by my Dad. I still use it. Its a beaut.

[@SaltGrains_Fready]

The Slo Mo on that 5 Gal Water Jug is Perfect. U got the blast, the hit & the eject.

[@jrranch9712]

Ahhhh, my life-saving partner, 870..the Jedi mind trick, 12 gauge style......quells most chicanery instantly with relatively no effort. There is no language barrier, and no conversation required. All you have do to is rack the slide, and just like magic, you are automatically speaking a universal language. Two separate incidents proved this point. Once on night shift at 2am and once on evening shift about 5pm. Just the mere sound of the slide made two full-grown men empty their bladders into their britches. Cooperation was the name of the game and yessir and no sir after that.

[@kbjerke]

Out of my many shotguns, I like the 870 the most. It's the one I take out of the safe most often. An older police magnum, with all steel construction. Love it! Thanks for the video!

[@talkingrock7011]

What a way to start the day , thanks

[@kevinroberts1888]

Definitely a classic! My 12 gauge, a Silver Eagle Sporter, clearly took some inspiration from the design.

[@lightningscott5624]

870 Express! Classic!

[@davidkent440]

Back before we all switched to ARs in our cruisers we relied on slugs in our 870s to increase range if needed. I was taught something about an 870 then that I’ve never seen taught or demonstrated since: With a chambered round and rounds in the mag it’s super simple to eject the chambered round without advancing another round onto the feed ramp and into the chamber. Simply unlock the slide and bring it back in a *controlled* movement to where it’s 2 fingers from the front of the trigger guard. The round in the mag won’t come into the well (pretty much the same effect as ‘short stroking’ the action). Reach into the well with your strong hand thumb, push up the feed and simply push the round in the mag forward a fraction of an inch. You’ll hear a click, which is the feed mechanism resetting. You can now pull the slide all the way to the rear,ejecting the chambered round WITHOUT feeding a new round from the mag into the chamber. With the slide all the way to the rear, you can choose to close the bolt on an empty chamber or drop a slug in the chamber and run the slide forward, ready to go. This is way faster and less fussy than picking a chambered round out of a half open bolt AND allows that bolt to be completely opened to drop in that optional choice of rounds. Also, with practice it can easily be done with the gun at high ready, without taking your eyeys off the target. To my knowledge, the 870 is the only pump gun that allows this manual of arms. It’s the reason I chose it over the Mossbergs.

[@charleywalker2982]

The way you have been drooling over the mouseberg shockwaves I didn’t think you would ever pick up another 870!!! 😅😂😊

[@NigelWickenden]

In Lincolnshire, we used an 870 with shortened barrel pistol grip (no butt) and a Surefire in the forearm for house clearance.

[@edwardduran4537]

Fin law ,gave me the 870, 1100, and his 30 30 ...beautiful pieces.

[@JeromeKatchin-jr1um]

The Remington 870, the Mossberg 500 series and the Ithaca 37 were all used by the American military forces as well as by many other military forces .. from a Canadian perspective.

[@Josh-gy8zi]

My first shotgun was a Remington 870. 30 years later i still deer hunt with it every fall. I hunt a few different spots,but all woods,and all under 100 acres,so its always had all the reach I've needed. Considering i got it back around 1994 for around $150 id say i got my money worth out of it.

[@joeyhambrick809]

my first purchase from K-Mart as soon a I turned 18 in 1986, paid $219.99 then, still my favorite gun of all firearms I have

[@BilgePump]

talk about deje vu all over again. loving it John!!

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

My favorite pump shotgun!

[@exiledintheus7251]

Missed you Hickok my calm and demeanor went out the window

[@terryholloway9930]

I like mine I have camouflage tape on cause I used it for turkey hunting great shotgun thanks for reminding Me

[@Bull53]

That 28" Barrel really gets out there.

[@2TrackMind-c6i]

Got a 1953 Rem 870 in 20g. Near mint. Had the barrel bobbed to 18" for quicker handling. I'll never give it up.

[@Gator69420]

We need a review on the new field master 💪🏼 purchased one a few months ago and boy I’d say Remington is back to making quality shotguns! Very close to wing master quality! Very impressed with it

[@jayb9687]

I have an old Fieldmaster with a modified choke. I love it.

[@terryrichards8645]

I had one that I bought in 1982 with both barrels for 350$ still have it today! Never had any problems with it! Love it 😍!

[@williamosborne9568]

Do a Ithaca mod 37 feather weight

[@endabrophy1686]

Have an 870 for nearly 20 years now most reliable firearm I have ever owned the one gun I will never part with

[@scheistundzebreath]

Had mine for over 40 years. Recently put a tactical stock on it.

[@ScottScarbrough-uk3te]

They don't make them like they used to. Nice piece.

[@zippitydoodah5693]

I love my 870!

[@Bull53]

Yes Sir I owned one long ago. Looked just like that one.

[@maurice-r1s]

I had a few 870's it's a good deer slayer.

[@vertigo72480_official]

Mine is left handed. My parents gave it to me. I'll never get rid of it

[@paulis7319]

Your shotgun has hands? 😯🤠

[@vertigo72480_official]

@@paulis7319 doesn't yours?

[@poodlefluids]

My dad bought me one in the 80s and I still have it and love it. Has the wood furniture and cleans up nice. Although I'll admit I've spent a lot more time wandering back roads getting grouse and rabbit with my old Savage Model 42. But that was a lot of years ago now.

[@billn911]

I have a question 🙋‍♂️. Did your dad buy that property for the purpose of shooting or did it just work out that way? I want to move and find a place that I can shoot safely outdoors on my own private property without concerns of neighbors.

[@harrybeach109]

My mother gave me an Express Magnum in 20 ga. some years ago. Very nice shot gun.

[@tendraftsdeep]

$130 at Walmart back in 1993. Its a work of art

[@lb9641]

Amazing and beautiful !

[@ZachNelson-t6d]

To me.. that looks like the only friend a man needs.

[@sw7883]

I really want a wingmaster 870 I wonder how much a really nice 12 gauge would cost?

[@danielbradmacboleniii5601]

Greetings Hickok from Apacheria in the Arizona Territories Ahe'hye'e

[@keithhall2115]

My personal favorite

[@tonnywildweasel8138]

Almost did'nt recognized you without the orange earplugs :-)

[@hawks2252]

not sure when the express' came out. with the forearm it is maybe a 1960's model, although not sure if the express was out then, I think it was all wingmaster's. anyway I love my 1975 ish wingmaster. smooth as silk.

[@caiuspostumiusturrinus1024]

I think they're the best guns ever made

[@robertmoore2885]

I have a old shirt 870 but it has dsp 130 on receiver what does this mesn

[@Bull53]

The wood was quality Black walnut!

[@tbone67gthenderson78]

Best shotgun ever

[@curtbetzler3526]

We're is Sunday shoot a round?

[@danscott3880]

Love my Wingmaster

[@stevekehr6768]

How you take the abuse of all those slugs amazes me. Hurts watching!

[@Useralex995]

If you push with your slide gripping arm forward before you shoot it sort of acts as a shock absorber and midigates recoil well. Its called the push pull method and works pretty well if you practice it.

[@thomasmiles9585]

Best by far

[@franknigro7023]

i was enlisted usn, we had 870's on both my ships

[@bradleydavidgood]

good job

[@GeraldPressey]

Ya, military used it too

[@davidgolden1776]

Was this video made recently ?

[@bradleydavidgood]

love that gun

[@elwhastrummer]

Express shotguns got Remington in trouble. The old Wingmasters are the ticket, even if they're 2 3/4" only. Better built, mine is a 69 and still has all original parts...including the extractor and the magazine spring and follower.

[@rickshipper2002]

I got one got both barells 28 inch and 18 bought mine new in the 90s 200 and something dollars

[@danielbradmacboleniii5601]

Nice Sunday ceremony...😅

[@binderfan436]

The eye candy , safe queen Wingmasters are the ones that are expensive. Those aren't that hard on the billfold.

[@teobotin7823]

whats the price of the gun?

[@johnmazzoni487]

About 600

[@falconcowboy9995]

Mossberg baby

[@ricknicholson1149]

Never saw that forearm on a 870

[@steemerxaxon1643]

I wouldn't give my REM. 870 3.5 super mag. For any other brand MADE

[@Henry..s]

👌

[@danielbradmacboleniii5601]

You've gotta dress up that 12ga pump Apache style with brass buttons , leather Fringe & feathers,... maybe some scalplocks 😅

[@KamarGuitar-yn9os]

Resident evil 4 weapons

[@brandontuck2725]

Definitely not dependable

[@sategllib2191]

What? Lol

[@MysticMonkeyMiracle]

You ever got your hands on a mossberg 835?

[@bruckebruck565]

So Whats the difference to the M870 ?