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renegade_01 | 09-18-2008 08:58 PM
Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 I'm going to pickup a shotgun this weekend, and don't know which one would be the better of the two. I've heard both are great shotguns. Anybody own one of the two or BOTH?

Percival | 09-18-2008 09:02 PM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 Both are quality shotguns but I would much prefer the Remington 870, it will hold its value more than the Mossy will just because it is the standard bearer of shotguns. You really cant wrong with either one though.

Tn...Andy | 09-18-2008 09:03 PM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 I own both. Both are excellent shotguns.

Ag_man | 09-18-2008 09:21 PM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 Quote:
Originally Posted by Tn...Andy (Post 1299348) I own both. Both are excellent shotguns.
I own both as well, but prefer the 870 on fit & feel criteria.

gangsta99 | 09-18-2008 09:45 PM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 Get a Saiga 12 Semi-Auto instead. :s9:

twenty4karat | 09-18-2008 10:05 PM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 If you like noisy, rattily action. Go with the Moss 500. However, if you like tight precision and quieter action. Definitely the 870! Maranatha, :smile: P.S. They both shoot well.

SAUM | 09-18-2008 10:58 PM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 I like my 870 better. If I were to do it again I would order the Remington rather than buy the Moss off the shelf.

electric-amish | 09-18-2008 11:10 PM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 Remington Home Defense Model is good. I like the safty better on the Mossberg---Much better! Its just me maybe, I like seeing all working parts without rolling it over. I hate to admit this but I have forgotten to put the safty back into a safe position with the Remington enough times it freaks me out. Mossberg has the safty right on top---superior in my opinion. E-A

Pat | 09-18-2008 11:14 PM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 I bought a cheapo Maverick 20 gage pump last week. Super lightweight, short barrel, screw in chokes, mild recoil. I like it better than any of my 12 gage pumps for a sidekick go anywhere gun.

SilverCity | 09-18-2008 11:53 PM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 Quote:
Originally Posted by Pat (Post 1299653) I bought a cheapo Maverick 20 gage pump last week. Super lightweight, short barrel, screw in chokes, mild recoil. I like it better than any of my 12 gage pumps for a sidekick go anywhere gun.
Mild recoil? With buckshot?

Cassandra | 09-19-2008 12:57 AM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 If there are Big 5 sporting goods stores in your area, check the weekly specials. In my area (CA) they have the Mossberg "Security" 12 ga for $239 thru Sunday. I think it's the 500 model; can anyone confirm? http://big5sportinggoods.shoplocal.c...ailerid=-98565

TTAZZMAN | 09-19-2008 01:23 AM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 The Remington 870 has either a 30$-40$ rebate for guns bought before the end of the year. details are at their web site remington.com i might have the details wrong but i know they have the rebate going

Tn...Andy | 09-19-2008 04:05 AM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 Quote:
Originally Posted by electric-amish (Post 1299645) Remington Home Defense Model is good. I like the safty better on the Mossberg---Much better! Its just me maybe, I like seeing all working parts without rolling it over. I hate to admit this but I have forgotten to put the safty back into a safe position with the Remington enough times it freaks me out. Mossberg has the safty right on top---superior in my opinion. E-A
Good point on the safety. The Mossberg is right on top where you can hit it with your thumb in the dark ( "Forward to Fire" ), whereas the 870 is down on the trigger guard ( Hmmm....now is it with the button to the left or right to fire ??? )......in a defense situation, you'll appreciate the Mossberg a WHOLE lot more......which is why that is my homeland defense shotgun and the 870 is my duck gun.

renegade_01 | 09-19-2008 11:25 AM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 looks like I'll snatch up a 870:bull-buddy-icon: Thanks to all who shared info!

<SLV> | 09-19-2008 11:39 AM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 Quote:
Originally Posted by renegade_01 (Post 1300618) looks like I'll snatch up a 870:bull-buddy-icon: Thanks to all who shared info!
Take another look at the post just before yours. Looks like Big 5 has a good deal for $239... I like the Remington for hunting, but the Mossberg might be a better defensive weapon. Personally, I only use semi-automatic weapons, so I'd be looking to spend a few more bucks on the Saiga-12.

Twisted Avatar | 09-19-2008 11:42 AM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 1 Attachment(s) Quote:
Originally Posted by gangsta99 (Post 1299468) Get a Saiga 12 Semi-Auto instead. :s9:
How many shells dose this thing hold??

gangsta99 | 09-19-2008 11:52 AM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 TA that is a 10 round mag I believe. I know there are 20 round drums available for them, might even be 30 round drums. Talk about true stopping power. Could easily stop a couple dozen zombies with a Saiga 12.

<SLV> | 09-19-2008 12:08 PM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 Quote:
Originally Posted by gangsta99 (Post 1300672) TA that is a 10 round mag I believe. I know there are 20 round drums available for them, might even be 30 round drums. Talk about true stopping power. Could easily stop a couple dozen zombies with a Saiga 12.
Better yet, look at all of the beautiful Tromix versions: http://www.tromix.com/images/8inchLage3w.jpg

renegade_01 | 09-19-2008 12:10 PM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 I noticed Academy doesnt have the regular 870, just the 870 express. hmmm..... what to do what to do.... I want one that can use various size shells.

SWRichmond | 09-19-2008 02:08 PM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 Been reading a lot about semiauto shotgun reliability with various ammo loads, and the fact that most "defensive" semis need high power ammo to function reliably. The shorter the barrel, the more important this is, for obvious reasons. No such probs with 870.

jrog100 | 09-19-2008 02:27 PM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 Quote:
Originally Posted by renegade_01 (Post 1299330) I'm going to pickup a shotgun this weekend, and don't know which one would be the better of the two. I've heard both are great shotguns. Anybody own one of the two or BOTH?
Both are fine shotguns but the remington is a bit higher quality. But that's kind of splitting hairs. I'd go with the old reliable Remington though every day of the week.

Uncle Mike | 09-19-2008 03:47 PM
Rem870 unless price is an issue. If they were the same price which would you buy?If your broke buy the Mossberg.I vote for the 870.Quality,Regards,Mike

foolsgold | 09-19-2008 03:51 PM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 Remington 870 is what I own. I wen through the same process before settling. I bought the model that comes with two barrels, one for buckshot the other for slugs. http://www.remington.com/products/fi...gnum_combo.asp

AZLiberty | 09-20-2008 03:41 AM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 The 870 is the most popular shotgun in the country. The 500 is the 2nd most popular. The are both solid, dependable guns. I prefer the Mossberg because I prefer the position of the safety (on the tang where it belongs) and the position of the slide release.

renegade_01 | 09-20-2008 09:40 PM
Re: Torn between the Rem870 or the Moss500 I am now the proud owner of the Remington 870 with 26" Barrel :D Looks like a well made piece. I am happy. Next up is an EOTECH red- dot holosight for my DPMS

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