Hi, I've decided to pick up an 870 for HD/utility. I prefer wood stocks to synthetic, so the best deal seems to be buying used.
However, as a relative dope when it comes to SGs, I'm wondering about what I should be looking for/against in a used weapon.
For example:
Factory parkerized? Is there any advantage to this finish? Is it really any more durable, will I have trouble matching aftermarket accesories? I'll want to install Ghost Rings at some point, for example.
Police trade in? I understand that 870s are close to indestructable, but should I stay away from a PD "target" weapon? Most that I've seen look rough but cycle smoothly...
Wingmaster + new bbl? Or should I stay away from the longer forearm? They sure look fancy, though.
2 3/4", 3", or Magnum? I'm probably not going to do any hunting, so is this relevant? Why does SGT "upgrade" receivers to 3"?
Etc. Ballpark prices are $200 for the beaters up to $350 for lookers.
Any advice aprreciated.
Regards,
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Brian
[This message has been edited by brionic (edited May 07, 2000).]
However, as a relative dope when it comes to SGs, I'm wondering about what I should be looking for/against in a used weapon.
For example:
Factory parkerized? Is there any advantage to this finish? Is it really any more durable, will I have trouble matching aftermarket accesories? I'll want to install Ghost Rings at some point, for example.
Police trade in? I understand that 870s are close to indestructable, but should I stay away from a PD "target" weapon? Most that I've seen look rough but cycle smoothly...
Wingmaster + new bbl? Or should I stay away from the longer forearm? They sure look fancy, though.
2 3/4", 3", or Magnum? I'm probably not going to do any hunting, so is this relevant? Why does SGT "upgrade" receivers to 3"?
Etc. Ballpark prices are $200 for the beaters up to $350 for lookers.
Any advice aprreciated.
Regards,
--
Brian
[This message has been edited by brionic (edited May 07, 2000).]