Warning

 

Close
Confirm Action

Are you sure you wish to do this?

Cancel Confirm
AR15.COM
Armory Sponsor
4/15/2026 10:46:46 AM EDT
I know the old get both argument, but…

I’ve got an 18” 870 and a 14” 870, I had barrel work done on the shorty by rose action sports

End of the day, the 14” patterns the as well 18”… the 18” feels like a musket, and it’s only an extra shell since I put a +1 on the shorty

I rarely ever shoot the shotguns anyway, so I’m just thinking there’s no reason to keep the 18” title one gun. I’ve also got a factory 14” 11-87 police SBS on the way, and can’t see having 3…

Other than the never sell a gun argument, is there a practical reason to keep the 18”? The state lines / NFA thing isn’t a concern for me.
How easily someone is offended is directly proportional to how stupid they are.
4/15/2026 10:59:48 AM EDT
[#1]
Originally Posted By Swordfish92:
The state lines / NFA thing isn’t a concern for me.
View Quote


That would have been the only reason besides having a backup.
4/15/2026 11:08:45 AM EDT
[#2]
Maybe keep it in case you want a hunting shotgun.
4/15/2026 12:44:59 PM EDT
[#3]
Any wife, kids, family or neighbors that might serve to fill a need should the need ever arise to wield one for you or with you?
4/15/2026 3:06:39 PM EDT
[Last Edit: lil_Sig][Edited] [#4]
Round count and interstate travel. You say you're OK there. So I say nope
4/15/2026 3:32:18 PM EDT
[#5]
Keep it for spare parts. 870 replacement parts are harder to find these days.
4/15/2026 4:18:59 PM EDT
[#6]
Quote History
Originally Posted By dntama:
Keep it for spare parts. 870 replacement parts are harder to find these days.
View Quote



This

I know I'll get shit for this next comment
But the scarcity of Remington parts is reason I dumped my 870 in favor of 590a1
PROUD AMMOSEXUAL
Founding father Tench Coxe
“Their swords, and every other terrible implement of the soldier, are the birthright of an American."
4/15/2026 5:20:19 PM EDT
[#7]
Very fair point on spare parts… think that might be the only reason at this point
How easily someone is offended is directly proportional to how stupid they are.
4/16/2026 1:47:37 AM EDT
[#8]
It looks as though Remington is going out of business again (the new company) so I would keep for spare parts or sell both.

Sign up to continue the discussion

Create a free account to share your thoughts, follow topics, and connect with the AR15.COM community.

Already a member? Sign In

Armory Sponsor