Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? - The Firearms Forum

Jerryboy · 11-30-2012, 04:12 AM

your fav?

wv hillbilly · 11-30-2012, 05:14 AM

winchester model 12 12 ga.

68c15 · 11-30-2012, 05:21 AM

I just have more confidence in the 870. not based on anything but personal preference. but if a new shooter is with me I like him/her to have a 500 so I can look over with a glance and see the tang safety.

goofy · 11-30-2012, 05:40 AM

I love my Ithaca 37.
Had her sense I was 13 she never failed me.
Mike

Snakedriver · 11-30-2012, 07:43 AM

I have both and they both perform very well. I've never had any problems with either. While the 500 can often be found at very reasonable prices, the 870 is much easier to customize and has a wider variety of aftermarket accessories.

The safety on the 500 works better for me as it is easily accessed with the thumb on the back of the receiver. The 870 has a safety button down on the trigger guard and can be somewhat difficult to find. I grew up hunting with a 20 ga. 500, so my familiarity with operating the 500's safety could just be old muscle memory, but it feels natural.

I'd say you'd do fine to get either one.

howlnmad · 11-30-2012, 09:40 AM

I have both and enjoy them equally but I voted for the 870 because there seems to be more accessories available for it.

aa1911 · 11-30-2012, 10:15 AM

I also like both but with the 870, there are more mods and custom parts and the round capacity is upgradeable where on the 500 it is not (without buying a whole new front end anyway)

so 870 gets my vote

Snakedriver · 11-30-2012, 10:26 AM

For comparison, both guns outfitted for HD duty in 12 ga.. The Mossberg 500 is on top. The Mossberg holds 6 shots as is and the Remington holds 7 shots with the +2 magazine extension.

GunHugger · 11-30-2012, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goofy

I love my Ithaca 37.
Had her sense I was 13 she never failed me.
Mike

Same here, had mine since 1968.

Also have the semi version, the Model 51.

Both have been great, never a problem with either. My only complaint with the 51 is that you can't shoot lower power loads.

Between the 870 and 500...I'll take a 870 over the 500 because I think the 870 is built better. But, I have no experience with the new 870's since Remington's quality has dropped in my opinion since they changed ownership.

Alpo · 11-30-2012, 11:21 AM

At one time a friend of mine had a 500 12 gauge 3". With 2 3/4" shells it was fine. Fire a 3" and it unlocked and ejected the shell. Too much shell for the gun. I decided then they were unsafe. Maybe he just had a defective gun. Those things do happen. But it worried me.

I have had, at different times, two 500s in 20 gauge. Got one in 1980, hunted with it for a year, and then traded it off for a 12 gauge SxS. Got the other one in a multi-gun deal a couple of years ago, and sold it within a week.

Just don't like 'em.

Got two 870s, a 37 and a 97 Winchester. But no more Mossberg shotguns for me.

cpttango30 · 11-30-2012, 11:32 AM

Saiga 12.

http://www.gunsamerica.com/Search/Ca...a-Shotguns.htm

howlnmad · 11-30-2012, 01:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cpttango30

Saiga 12.

http://www.gunsamerica.com/Search/Ca...a-Shotguns.htm

I think that I would feel a little uncomfortable rabbit or bird hunting with one of those. Wouldn't mind having one with the drum on it though. You know, just for shooting clays.

soundguy · 11-30-2012, 02:18 PM

i have both, and actually prefer the 500. i did lots of clay target shooting and the slightly looser action of the slide in the 500 made for faster reloads for that next shot.

i'm the limiting factor on accuracy when holding either gun.. the rem is more $$

your call.

gvw3 · 11-30-2012, 04:30 PM

My son has an 870 and a 500. I have a Mossberg 535. I like my 535 the best. I used to shoot trap with it and never had an issue.

Jerryboy · 12-01-2012, 02:45 AM

then a Remington 870 it is, when i have the money

3/2 STA SS · 12-01-2012, 06:41 AM

The 870 just for the fact I like where the safety is located. For me it is quicker to engage/disengage.

MadScotsMan · 12-01-2012, 07:55 AM

Given a choice between just the 870 and the 500, I'd go with the 500. I've had more than a few and I have beat the heck out of them and they keep coming back for more. And the safety is, to quote Jeff Quinn, "right where God intended them to be."

Carne Frio · 12-01-2012, 08:48 AM

Mossberg's better location of the safety was the deciding factor for me.

Iron Eagle · 12-01-2012, 08:58 AM

I have shot the 870 quite a bit while working security. I like my 500 better. It isn't tactical, has the long ported barrel, and looks good. Nice heft eats up the recoil like a dream.

MSGT-R · 12-01-2012, 11:51 AM

I bought a Mossberg 500 on consignment; looked good (walnut stock), felt good, price good.

Then less than a month later I won a Mossberg 590 in an expo drawing; looks good (synthetic stock), heavier, more shot storage.

Tuff choice between the two.

I tried a Remington and thought it was way too heavy for what it was.

H-D · 12-01-2012, 11:59 AM

I have had a few Mossberg 500 s and never had a problem with them, I love the looks of an 870 also, Harrington and Richardson imports a copy called the pardner they can br had in the 175 dollar range I have no experience with them though

soundguy · 12-01-2012, 04:32 PM

i like being abl eto look down at the top of the rcvr and see a safety indicator..

aa1911 · 12-01-2012, 10:12 PM

the tang safety on mossbergs are very nice and my favorite place for it. With pistol grip stocks though, the 870's cross bolt is about the best though.

Another small thing I like better on the mossberg is no spring loaded shell lifter; just toss 'em in and push them up the tube. Remington is a tiny bit trickier.

Remington is better quality IMO and more aftermarket goodies, but the 590 is a great gun. Never understood why the 500 was so popular for home defense, the 590 is the same thing with 3 more round capability.

MSGT-R · 12-02-2012, 12:53 AM

Because it's small.

CCHolderinMaine · 12-02-2012, 09:26 PM

Between the 2, the Remington. Guess I grew up with a Remington 870 being "a 12 gauge"...like a Ruger 10/22 is " a .22"

View Poll Results: Which is your favourite:
Remington 870	21	51.22%
Mossberg 500	15	36.59%
other shotgun	5	12.20%
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11-30-2012, 04:12 AM	#1
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11-30-2012, 05:14 AM	#2
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11-30-2012, 05:21 AM	#3
68c15 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 2,057	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? I just have more confidence in the 870. not based on anything but personal preference. but if a new shooter is with me I like him/her to have a 500 so I can look over with a glance and see the tang safety. __________________ I'll go defenseless when our leaders do the same

11-30-2012, 05:40 AM	#4
goofy Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Contributor Posts: 2,019	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? I love my Ithaca 37. Had her sense I was 13 she never failed me. Mike

11-30-2012, 07:43 AM	#5
Snakedriver Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: SW. Florida Posts: 1,219	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? I have both and they both perform very well. I've never had any problems with either. While the 500 can often be found at very reasonable prices, the 870 is much easier to customize and has a wider variety of aftermarket accessories. The safety on the 500 works better for me as it is easily accessed with the thumb on the back of the receiver. The 870 has a safety button down on the trigger guard and can be somewhat difficult to find. I grew up hunting with a 20 ga. 500, so my familiarity with operating the 500's safety could just be old muscle memory, but it feels natural. I'd say you'd do fine to get either one. __________________ Fear is a reaction..........Courage is a decision

11-30-2012, 09:40 AM	#6
howlnmad Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Harriman, Tn Contributor Posts: 2,566	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? I have both and enjoy them equally but I voted for the 870 because there seems to be more accessories available for it. __________________

11-30-2012, 10:15 AM	#7
aa1911 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pacific Northwest Posts: 3,113	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? I also like both but with the 870, there are more mods and custom parts and the round capacity is upgradeable where on the 500 it is not (without buying a whole new front end anyway) so 870 gets my vote __________________ "Loud noises don't end gunfights.... well placed shots do."

11-30-2012, 10:26 AM	#8
Snakedriver Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: SW. Florida Posts: 1,219	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? For comparison, both guns outfitted for HD duty in 12 ga.. The Mossberg 500 is on top. The Mossberg holds 6 shots as is and the Remington holds 7 shots with the +2 magazine extension. Attached Images __________________ Fear is a reaction..........Courage is a decision

11-30-2012, 11:21 AM	#10
Alpo Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: NW Florida Posts: 8,652	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? At one time a friend of mine had a 500 12 gauge 3". With 2 3/4" shells it was fine. Fire a 3" and it unlocked and ejected the shell. Too much shell for the gun. I decided then they were unsafe. Maybe he just had a defective gun. Those things do happen. But it worried me. I have had, at different times, two 500s in 20 gauge. Got one in 1980, hunted with it for a year, and then traded it off for a 12 gauge SxS. Got the other one in a multi-gun deal a couple of years ago, and sold it within a week. Just don't like 'em. Got two 870s, a 37 and a 97 Winchester. But no more Mossberg shotguns for me. __________________ Meddle not in the affairs of dragons, for thou art crunchy, and taste good with catsup - George of Lod, Year of Our Lord 297 I always take precautions. Beware the Evil Bullet Fairies.

11-30-2012, 11:32 AM	#11
cpttango30 Former Guest Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Stafford, VA Contributor Posts: 3,071	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? Saiga 12. http://www.gunsamerica.com/Search/Ca...a-Shotguns.htm

11-30-2012, 02:18 PM	#13
soundguy Advanced Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: florida Contributor Posts: 4,421	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? i have both, and actually prefer the 500. i did lots of clay target shooting and the slightly looser action of the slide in the 500 made for faster reloads for that next shot. i'm the limiting factor on accuracy when holding either gun.. the rem is more $$ your call.

11-30-2012, 04:30 PM	#14
gvw3 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Chicago IL Area Contributor Posts: 3,260	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? My son has an 870 and a 500. I have a Mossberg 535. I like my 535 the best. I used to shoot trap with it and never had an issue. __________________ Criminals advocate stronger gun laws to foster a safer work environment. This limits their exposure to risk.

12-01-2012, 02:45 AM	#15
Jerryboy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 713	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? then a Remington 870 it is, when i have the money __________________ "If voting could change anything for the better, it'd be illegal." -Unknown "If good intentions were horses, politicians would own glue factories" -Jeremiah Thompson Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, & Explosives should be the name of a convenience store, not a government agency.

12-01-2012, 06:41 AM	#16
3/2 STA SS Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Tampa Bay Area, FL Posts: 1,437	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? The 870 just for the fact I like where the safety is located. For me it is quicker to engage/disengage. __________________ MORS DE CONTACTUS-DEATH ON CONTACT

12-01-2012, 07:55 AM	#17
MadScotsMan V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 156	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? Given a choice between just the 870 and the 500, I'd go with the 500. I've had more than a few and I have beat the heck out of them and they keep coming back for more. And the safety is, to quote Jeff Quinn, "right where God intended them to be."

12-01-2012, 08:48 AM	#18
Carne Frio Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Near Fairbanks Posts: 697	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? Mossberg's better location of the safety was the deciding factor for me.

12-01-2012, 08:58 AM	#19
Iron Eagle Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Louisiana Posts: 653	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? I have shot the 870 quite a bit while working security. I like my 500 better. It isn't tactical, has the long ported barrel, and looks good. Nice heft eats up the recoil like a dream.

12-01-2012, 11:51 AM	#20
MSGT-R Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 898	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? I bought a Mossberg 500 on consignment; looked good (walnut stock), felt good, price good. Then less than a month later I won a Mossberg 590 in an expo drawing; looks good (synthetic stock), heavier, more shot storage. Tuff choice between the two. I tried a Remington and thought it was way too heavy for what it was. __________________ If you suck, go back to the range.

12-01-2012, 11:59 AM	#21
H-D Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Mississippi Posts: 1,334	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? I have had a few Mossberg 500 s and never had a problem with them, I love the looks of an 870 also, Harrington and Richardson imports a copy called the pardner they can br had in the 175 dollar range I have no experience with them though __________________ And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and make war. Revelation 19:11

12-01-2012, 04:32 PM	#22
soundguy Advanced Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: florida Contributor Posts: 4,421	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? i like being abl eto look down at the top of the rcvr and see a safety indicator..

12-01-2012, 10:12 PM	#23
aa1911 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pacific Northwest Posts: 3,113	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? the tang safety on mossbergs are very nice and my favorite place for it. With pistol grip stocks though, the 870's cross bolt is about the best though. Another small thing I like better on the mossberg is no spring loaded shell lifter; just toss 'em in and push them up the tube. Remington is a tiny bit trickier. Remington is better quality IMO and more aftermarket goodies, but the 590 is a great gun. Never understood why the 500 was so popular for home defense, the 590 is the same thing with 3 more round capability. __________________ "Loud noises don't end gunfights.... well placed shots do."

12-02-2012, 12:53 AM	#24
MSGT-R Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 898	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? Because it's small. __________________ If you suck, go back to the range.

12-02-2012, 09:26 PM	#25
CCHolderinMaine Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Steep Falls, Maine Contributor Posts: 633	Re: Remington 870 or Mossberg 500? Between the 2, the Remington. Guess I grew up with a Remington 870 being "a 12 gauge"...like a Ruger 10/22 is " a .22"