Remington 870 Problems

Bravo · 04-23-2007, 01:21 PM

Hey guys,

I have a Remington Express Mag. that has been having some issues lately when it comes to ejecting the shell. 75% of the time, it works fine, but sometimes the slide is "stuck", and I am not able to pull it back to eject the shell. The way to get it to eject is to slam the pump forward (about 1/8th of an inch), and then pull back.

Has anyone else experienced this? It might be due to pulling the pump towards me slightly when I shoot. It's not a big deal, since I can still operate the gun, but it's kind of a hassle when I need to shoot quickly (Like doubles in trap shooting or when bird hunting).

BattleRifleG3 · 04-23-2007, 01:59 PM

I think I've had the same problem. My solution was to buy two Mossbergs.

knightRider · 04-23-2007, 02:33 PM

have you took it to a gun smith?

samuel · 04-23-2007, 02:57 PM

The problem I had was the cartridge was only coming part way out of the magazine or tube.I polished the clips that hold the shell in and cleaned under them and it worked.Mine did the same as you say yours is doing.When I pushed the slide ahead and pulled back again the shell would go all the way into the elevator and work. samuel.

McCargar31890 · 04-23-2007, 03:05 PM

i dont have any problems with my 870 express and i have had mine for 6 years not a prob with it

Bravo · 04-23-2007, 03:27 PM

BRG3, I have one Mossberg (and will probably buy more in the future), but I can't afford to get rid of this 870 right now...

I haven't taken it to a gun smith yet. That will be the next step.

toolman · 04-23-2007, 04:10 PM

Bravo, you might want to call the tech guys @ Brownell's. I don't have the number with me but the address is: Brownells - World's Largest Supplier of Firearm Accessories, Gun Parts and Gunsmithing Tools

Scot Van · 05-02-2007, 10:42 AM

I like both. My new 835 in camo has a smooth action and will be very nice for my hunting activities.

HOWEVER, in a tactical situation, there is a reason why the 870 reigns supreme. The Remington Marine P 870 is the ONLY shotgun I would ever use in a duty situation. That includes the Benelli M4 (SUPREMELY OVERPRICED and not as reliable).

I suppose loyalties run deep on any side of this issue, though!

JoeLee · 05-02-2007, 10:55 AM

Bravo,Make a post here for some remedies.

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Bravo · 05-02-2007, 11:15 AM

Thanks! I hope someone replies. I think I'm going to take it to a gun smith pretty soon anyway, but maybe there is a solution that can be performed by myself.

BattleRifleG3 · 05-02-2007, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scot Van

HOWEVER, in a tactical situation, there is a reason why the 870 reigns supreme. The Remington Marine P 870 is the ONLY shotgun I would ever use in a duty situation.
I suppose loyalties run deep on any side of this issue, though!

That's what I thought until I bought an 870. Reliability is what brought me back to Mossberg, that and specific models that I really liked.

Scot Van · 05-02-2007, 02:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BattleRifleG3

That's what I thought until I bought an 870. Reliability is what brought me back to Mossberg, that and specific models that I really liked.

I think it comes down to what gun has served you the best. Both companies make good, solid guns. And like I said...the action on this new Mossberg is VERY nice, plus, I just seem to prefer the way it feels when I'm hunting out in the field.

AND, can I just put my two cents in about the Traditions by Fausti OE 20 gauge that I got for dove season last year? 600 bucks for a REALLY nice bird gun. Check 'em out!!

JoeLee · 05-05-2007, 10:28 AM

Bravo,You have mail.LeeRoy Wisner X lineman at Remington.

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04-23-2007, 01:21 PM	#1
Bravo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Maine, USA Posts: 1,900	Remington 870 Problems Hey guys, I have a Remington Express Mag. that has been having some issues lately when it comes to ejecting the shell. 75% of the time, it works fine, but sometimes the slide is "stuck", and I am not able to pull it back to eject the shell. The way to get it to eject is to slam the pump forward (about 1/8th of an inch), and then pull back. Has anyone else experienced this? It might be due to pulling the pump towards me slightly when I shoot. It's not a big deal, since I can still operate the gun, but it's kind of a hassle when I need to shoot quickly (Like doubles in trap shooting or when bird hunting).

04-23-2007, 01:59 PM	#2
BattleRifleG3 Super Moderator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Western PA Posts: 11,401 Images: 13	I think I've had the same problem. My solution was to buy two Mossbergs. __________________ Trust is earned, not... GIVEN away. - Worf

04-23-2007, 02:33 PM	#3
knightRider Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: you know where Posts: 2,683 Images: 19 Blog Entries: 11	have you took it to a gun smith? __________________ I'm part kalishnakov, part heckler and Koch.

04-23-2007, 04:10 PM	#7
toolman Mr. Fixit Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: abilene,tx Posts: 5,582 Blog Entries: 22	Bravo, you might want to call the tech guys @ Brownell's. I don't have the number with me but the address is: Brownells - World's Largest Supplier of Firearm Accessories, Gun Parts and Gunsmithing Tools __________________ Don't be messin' with my gun!

05-05-2007, 10:28 AM	#13
JoeLee Banned Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: North New York State. Posts: 1,241	Bravo,You have mail.LeeRoy Wisner X lineman at Remington. Replies: RE: Remington 870 Slide to Nick 5/2/2007 300 PM if you bought the gun new and are still in the warranty period take your gun ...(more) RE: Remington 870 Slide Maybe here 5/2/2007 6:44:00 PM Resident Remington Wizard(many years as a factory repair station) is LeeRoy W...(more) RE: Remington 870 Slide LeeRoy Wisner 5/2/2007 10:14:00 PM I am not sure if you are saying that the pump will not move at all to start w...(more) RE: Remington 870 Slide Nick 5/2/2007 1100 PM Wow! That's a big fish. What happens exactly is that after firing, the ...(more) RE: Remington 870 Slide LeeRoy Wisner 5/5/2007 12:30:00 AM I just thought of something else that may well be the problem. If the intern...(more)

04-23-2007, 02:57 PM	#4
samuel Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 5,087	The problem I had was the cartridge was only coming part way out of the magazine or tube.I polished the clips that hold the shell in and cleaned under them and it worked.Mine did the same as you say yours is doing.When I pushed the slide ahead and pulled back again the shell would go all the way into the elevator and work. samuel.

04-23-2007, 03:05 PM	#5
McCargar31890 Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: chaumont Posts: 33	i dont have any problems with my 870 express and i have had mine for 6 years not a prob with it

04-23-2007, 03:27 PM	#6
Bravo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Maine, USA Posts: 1,900	BRG3, I have one Mossberg (and will probably buy more in the future), but I can't afford to get rid of this 870 right now... I haven't taken it to a gun smith yet. That will be the next step.

05-02-2007, 10:42 AM	#8
Scot Van Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Versailles, KY Posts: 70	I like both. My new 835 in camo has a smooth action and will be very nice for my hunting activities. HOWEVER, in a tactical situation, there is a reason why the 870 reigns supreme. The Remington Marine P 870 is the ONLY shotgun I would ever use in a duty situation. That includes the Benelli M4 (SUPREMELY OVERPRICED and not as reliable). I suppose loyalties run deep on any side of this issue, though!

05-02-2007, 10:55 AM	#9
JoeLee Banned Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: North New York State. Posts: 1,241	Bravo,Make a post here for some remedies. e-Gunparts.com Forums/Message Boards

05-02-2007, 11:15 AM	#10
Bravo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Maine, USA Posts: 1,900	Thanks! I hope someone replies. I think I'm going to take it to a gun smith pretty soon anyway, but maybe there is a solution that can be performed by myself.