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I just bought an 870 Express Synthetic: 18 in BBL, Cyl Bore, with 2 shot extension Model 25077. I haven't had the chance to shoot it yet but I have been contemplating whether or not to install some type of Recoil Reducing stock system. I plan on shooting it tomorrow with the original stock using both target loads and HD loads. The Target loads are Winchester AA #8 Light Target loads and my HD rounds are Fiocchi 2 3/4" 9 Pellet 00Buck Reduced Recoil #12LE00BK and Federal Premium Personal Defense(Flight Control Wad) 2 3/4" 9 pellet 00Buck Reduced Recoil # PD132 00. I will make up my mind after that. That being said I have been looking at both the Knoxx (Blackhawk) Comp Stock and the Enidine Hydraulic Buffer. I would like to see if the extra price of the Enidine System Is worth it because I have a 'bad back'. I don't want to go into detail here; as this post is probably the longest TAG in the history of ARFCOM.
I've yet to get to shoot a shotgun with the buffer tube, but I've seen videos and held it. Unlike the Knoxx, which redirects recoil into your cheek, the Mesa will push it straight into your shoulder, after absorbing what LOOKS like a decent amount. But have you ever shot reduced recoil buck? It's pretty similar in recoil to birdshot.