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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
@@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
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
It’s a classic. The small block 350 of shotguns.
Great way to put it
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.
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
Was given a Wingmaster for Christmas 1982. Still have it. ❤
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.
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.
@@manuelmorales5729 I agree that it's fundamentally a good gun. But it can also be made much better.
My 870 Wingmaster was made in '79, and I carried it in my patrol days...retired in '09.
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.
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.
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.
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.
My grandpa's Remington pump 20 gauge it's still around..👍
@@paulmatheny3650 Never let it go.
@@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
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.
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!
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.
My 870s so beautiful the blueing the wood and fit and finish. such a smooth action
Yes, Mossbergs were used in Vietnam..I have an auto 9300 used there..
Cool dose it have all the cool marks like the flaming bombshell
@@BroncoBob3113 I don't remember, my son has had it for about 12 years, 4 states away, it will be his one day 🤔
The speed of those slugs getting to the gong really impressed me. It seemed faster that a .45!
A bb gun seems faster than a .45! 🤣(some reach 1200+ fps)
The 12 gauge slug really is traveling faster than a 45 caliber bullet. Almost twice as fast.
@@Bellboy40 Thank you. That surprises me because of the diameter and weight of a slug.
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.
870 Express! Classic!
I have two 870s , one is a short barrel extended mag with flashlight i keep by the bed , great guns !
I have an old Fieldmaster with a modified choke. I love it.
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.
What a way to start the day , thanks
The way you have been drooling over the mouseberg shockwaves I didn’t think you would ever pick up another 870!!! 😅😂😊
Definitely a classic! My 12 gauge, a Silver Eagle Sporter, clearly took some inspiration from the design.
Got a 1953 Rem 870 in 20g. Near mint. Had the barrel bobbed to 18" for quicker handling. I'll never give it up.
My favorite pump shotgun!
I like mine I have camouflage tape on cause I used it for turkey hunting great shotgun thanks for reminding
Me
talk about deje vu all over again. loving it John!!
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.
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 😍!
In Lincolnshire, we used an 870 with shortened barrel pistol grip (no butt) and a Surefire in the forearm for house clearance.
Have an 870 for nearly 20 years now most reliable firearm I have ever owned the one gun I will never part with
I love my 870!
My personal favorite
Missed you Hickok my calm and demeanor went out the window
They don't make them like they used to. Nice piece.
Mine is left handed. My parents gave it to me. I'll never get rid of it
Your shotgun has hands? 😯🤠
@@paulis7319 doesn't yours?
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
Had mine for over 40 years. Recently put a tactical stock on it.
I think they're the best guns ever made
To me.. that looks like the only friend a man needs.
Amazing and beautiful !
Armed Marine guards standing posts authorizing shotguns (battalion armories, etc.) in the good old 33 Area around 1978-79 carried Ithaca 37s.
Greetings Hickok from Apacheria in the Arizona Territories Ahe'hye'e
My mother gave me an Express Magnum in 20 ga. some years ago. Very nice shot gun.
Almost did'nt recognized you without the orange earplugs :-)
Do a Ithaca mod 37 feather weight
Love my Wingmaster
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.
Best shotgun ever
How you take the abuse of all those slugs amazes me. Hurts watching!
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.
good job
Mossberg baby
i was enlisted usn, we had 870's on both my ships
love that gun
Was this video made recently ?
The eye candy , safe queen Wingmasters are the ones that are expensive. Those aren't that hard on the billfold.
We're is Sunday shoot a round?
Nice Sunday ceremony...😅
Never saw that forearm on a 870
whats the price of the gun?
About 600
I wouldn't give my REM. 870 3.5 super mag. For any other brand MADE
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You've gotta dress up that 12ga pump Apache style with brass buttons , leather Fringe & feathers,... maybe some scalplocks 😅
Definitely not dependable
What? Lol
So Whats the difference to the M870 ?